It’s no secret that LinkedIn is an essential tool for job searching and career development. But when is it time to upgrade from the basic service to LinkedIn Premium? LinkedIn’s paid subscription service offers a range of features that can help you stand out to potential employers and expand your […]
Talk about a job seeker’s worst nightmare! Back in June, Coinbase and several other major tech companies started a wave of layoffs and even began rescinding job offers. New hires that were days away from starting new roles were told their positions were no longer available. Even in the most stable […]
Job interviews are a necessary part of corporate life, and something that almost anyone who has ever earned a paycheck has had to do at some point. For the candidate, interviewing means dazzling strangers that hold the fate of their employment in their hands. Employers have the challenge of assessing […]
Cover letters – the age-old formality of writing a letter and explaining why someone should consider you for a job. Cover letter anxiety often prevents applicants from following through and submitting for a role. The thought of putting pen to paper to convince someone to give you a shot can […]
As many students returned to college campuses to attend in person classes for the first time since the start of the pandemic, some seniors are feeling behind in preparation for life after the tassel turns. Many have had nearly half of their college experiences throttled back by pandemic-related shutdowns. From […]
According to a study done by Yello, nearly 35% of 2020 summer internships were cancelled due to the pandemic*. This left millions of students without the critical opportunities to gain real world experiences, many of which required to meet degree requirements. With the new academic year underway, internship opportunities are […]
By Guest Blogger, Kathleen Charles. One item on your to-do list when changing jobs is to decide what to do with your qualified retirement plan, such as a 401k, 457 or 403b Plan. With the average employee changing jobs 12 times over the course of their career, this may not […]
A question I get a lot is ” Should I write a Thank You note after an interview – and when?” My answer is YES! Here’s the best way to follow up after an interview.
Have you ever had that sinking feeling that you misunderstood an interview question, or went down the wrong path while answering? It’s a horrible feeling, especially if you really want that position. You can recover though, and Julia shows you how.
Negotiation of any kind is stressful for a lot of people, negotiating salary and compensation are downright scary. As in most things, being clear about what you want and preparing ahead of time for the conversation leads to a much more successful outcome. We’ve compiled a few scenarios to help […]
