Ace Your Interview: Keep Your Answers Concise and Focused
Can you talk yourself out of a job? Unfortunately, the answer is often “yes.” Rambling and disjointed answers can tank an interview and leave you out of the best opportunities. That’s why it’s crucial to keep your answers concise and focused. The length of time you should spend on each interview answer varies based on the type […]
Tips for Transitioning from College to Full Time Job
You’ve probably heard it dozens of times over your academic career: “you need to get ready for the real world.” Well, the real world is here. And you’ve got to get ready to transition from college to the full-time job you’ve been preparing all your life for. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. About 4 million students graduate college […]
Ace Your Interview: Stop Searching for the Perfect Answers
The interviewer finishes their question and looks expectantly at you. You’re sure if you can say the perfect thing, you’ll land the job—your brain freezes. You feel panic rising. Can you think of the exact words that will score you this position? Don’t fall into the “perfect answer” trap. Yes, you want to give great answers. […]
Invest in Your Career and Go #totheMoon
Compare your career to a stock investment. They share many traits in common. You commit resources to the endeavor and hope for #totheMoon-style upside. Of course, stock trading can become a risky undertaking. That shouldn’t be true with professional development. By using the right techniques, you can set yourself up for a massive return on your investment. Here are some […]
Why the Best Opportunities Come When You Least Expect Them
You pride yourself as a go-getter. You make your own opportunities, your own luck. However, that’s not always the way careers unfold. Sometimes, the best chances to advance come when you least expect them. That doesn’t mean the universe is random or that you should surrender to the vagaries of chance. You […]
Would Your Company Have a Seat at the “Cool Kids” Table?
Remember the “cool kids” table in junior high? The people there reached the peak of tween perfection. They showed you how to dress, how to act, and how to talk. Well, corporations have a “cool kids” table too. It consists of the firms with the most innovative benefits and employee retention strategies. As a result, they can attract the […]