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In a word, yes. Now let’s look at why you should care and what you should do about it.
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College vs. Learning a Trade
It’s a big decision for young people. College? Learn a trade? Some other option? Today I’ll explore a few pros and cons for each option.
The Extroverted Job Hunter – Pros and Cons
If you’re an extrovert you enjoy certain advantages when interviewing for a job, but you also need to be aware of potential liabilities. Let’s explore…
The Introverted Job Seeker: Pros and Cons
As an introvert you find interviews a real challenge. But there’s hope. Play to your strengths and minimize your liabilities. Here are some tips…
The Ad Said “No Phone Calls.” What Now?
You’ve applied online. Their last line says, “No phone calls, please.” Should you call? If so, what should you say?
Fall is a Peak Hiring Season – Are You Ready?”
As we approach fall, it’s back to school time and the end of summer vacations. Fall also marks one of the top two “seasons” for hiring. Are you ready to make the most of this peak hiring time?
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Answering the Interview Question: “What Are Your Strengths?”
The “strengths” question is one of a handful of questions most all interviewers will ask at some point. And while it’s not a question like the “weaknesses” one that’ll make you squirm, I’ve too often found clients failing to nail it.
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Tips for Getting a Promotion
You’ve been with your employer for some time now. You feel you’ve done a good job, but haven’t been rewarded with a promotion. What now?
Tips for Negotiating a Higher Job Offer
You’ve interviewed for a job you’d enjoy, only to receive an offer that’s less than you’d hoped for. We’ve all been there – or will eventually be – as we go through our career. Discussing money makes many of us nervous. We’re taught not to bring it up during the interview, but what do you do when their offer is a bit low? Do you just accept it? Try to negotiate?
Pros and Cons of Accepting a Low Offer
You’ve looked and looked for a job. An offer finally comes, but it’s not all that great. Take it, try to negotiate, or turn it down? Ever been faced with that scenario? Today I’ll share some points to ponder as you weigh your decision.
“Oh, no! The interviewer just asked for my weaknesses!”
No list of the most challenging interview questions would be complete without the ol’ weaknesses question. Today I’ll explore why they’re asking it and strategies for answering. Bear in mind, no single answer is necessarily best or worst, although I have a couple definitely in the running!
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Handling the Interview Question: “What’s Been Your Biggest Accomplishment?”
Some interview questions make you squirm. Others, you should welcome. Today I’ll tackle one you should welcome. Most employers will ask about your accomplishments. Your challenge now becomes two-fold. First, what sort of accomplishment should you bring up? Second, how much detail should you provide?
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