Job Seekers
Research On The Job Hunt: Why, What, and How
CareerCloud: Lauren McAdams It’s safe to say most students are aware they should research a company before they send in their applications or go through an interview, but the reality is many do only a cursory amount of research, and some do none at all. The benefits of effectively researching companies as part of your…
Read MoreEmployment Gaps: What You Should Always Tell Employers!
CareerCloud The truth! There should not be an article printed or advice received from a hiring manager that suggests anything contrary and here’s the reason why: you never have to chase or track down the truth. Lies will follow and haunt you so it’s best to be honest or quiet. We have all experienced some…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Your First Day of Work
CareerCloud Well, let’s start by talking about my son’s first day of work because I think it may make you laugh a little and it always helps knowing that someone else may have had it worse. Fresh out of college, my son landed the job of his dreams. He put in tireless work during high…
Read More“I Hate My Job.” What About Changing Your Attitude?
Careercloud So you hate your job. What do you do to survive this conundrum? The first thing I recommend you do is change your attitude. You may not want to hear that, you may want to hear all the reasons you should just quit, or you might be looking some sympathy for suffering on a…
Read MoreDo not accept a counter offer!!! Here is why
by: Lushia Van Buuren-LinkedIn When you have received an offer of employment which you are inclined to accept, you must consider very carefully whether it really solves your problem and offers you the opportunity you are seeking before you resign from your current employment. If you choose to accept the offer and to resign from…
Read MoreWhat’s the worst thing you can do at an interview?
by: Michael Cheary-reed.co.uk We all make mistakes. Even at interviews. But before you start letting your nerves get the better of you, the good news is that most interview nightmares are easy to avoid. It all comes down to preparation – as well as knowing which things are likely to turn recruiters off. We’ve already…
Read MoreWhat’s Different About A Second Interview?
by: Liz Ryan-FORBES Dear Liz, I’m in my first “career” job. I got hired through the career placement center at my college. It has been a great job for two years, but now I’m supposed to be transferred to a new location. They are moving people around and I have less seniority than almost everyone…
Read MoreThree Magical Words That Will Change The Trajectory Of Your Career
by: Bruce Kasanoff -FORBES One of the smartest things anyone ever said to me was, “Act as if… you already have what you want.” These three words are like magic, so much so that it’s difficult for me to explain why they can have such a profound impact on your career. If you act as…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for a Phone Interview
by: Career Cloud An early step of any interview process is the phone screen. It can make or break your application process, especially if the position you’re seeking requires excellent communication skills. This is your first impression on a company and you need to make it count. The phone screener could be a recruiter, a…
Read MoreFinding A Mentor Might Be Easier Than You’re Making It
by: Steve Cadigan , CONTRIBUTOR – Forbes No matter your level of seniority in your company or field, you’re inevitably going to encounter a challenging situation you’re unsure how to handle. This can be anything from a new job offer, to a company merger, to managing a tough employee. Instead of viewing these as stumbling…
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