Despite the etiquette, formality, and inevitable fear factor, job interviews can actually be enjoyable as well as extremely informative.
Read MoreDespite the etiquette, formality, and inevitable fear factor, job interviews can actually be enjoyable as well as extremely informative.
Read MoreBusiness correspondence serves a variety of purposes throughout the career cycle, but most of all it reflects professional courtesy during the job search.
Read MoreNote: This article was originally written as a three part series. Reproduced below is the entire article. We’ve all heard stories about over-qualified university grads working at Starbucks and Home Depot for minimum wage. Today’s youth unemployment hovers at 13.4 per cent (nearly double the overall national level), along with student debts rising 44 percent […]
Read MoreThe goal of any good resume is to get an interview. Think of your resume as a marketing document, which, if written well, can get you further ahead than the many candidates applying for the position.
Read MoreLearning how to read a job ad can make your job search much easier. First, youll be in a better position to target your resume and cover letter. And, second, youll be able to determine which jobs suit you.
Read MoreWhen youre quitting your job, timing is crucial. Many people think the best time to change jobs is when they no longer feel challenged, when they have a personality conflict or when the company they work for no longer aligns with their values.
Read MoreIf youre looking for a new job or trying to think of new career options one key exercise for you to do is a skills inventory. This inventory is a list of the skills you bring with you from all of your past work, volunteer and personal experiences.
Read MoreTable of Contents It’s not all about “You” Be concise and provide highlights Use strategy Attitude counts Global News shared some insight recently about hot jobs for 2015. With new graduates joining the workforce this time of year, CBC also put forth some career building advice. While I enjoy reading “job market” articles as much […]
Read MoreIf youve got a gap in your employment history, youre not alone. Its common for job seekers to leave the workforce because of a disability, illness, baby, education, or even a challenging job search.
Read MoreIf you’ve got a long work history, special skills or a strong track record of accomplishments, consider a combination resume. It allows you to combine the perks of chronological and functional resumes.
Read More