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It’s always exciting to receive a job offer, so congratulations are in order! The hiring manager reviewed plenty of resumes and went through rounds of interviews, so it’s quite flattering to know you ended up at the very top of the list. Accepting a new job is a life-changing decision, so your next steps need […]
When interviewing for a job, you do everything you can to impress the hiring manager. The last thing you want to discuss is your failures. However, interviewers can’t get enough of this subject because your response is very telling. No one is perfect, but the way you handle your mistakes offers insights on your level […]
Getting invited to interview for a job you really want is always exciting, but you still have a lot of work to do to prove you should be the last candidate standing.A job interview means you’re on the right track to receive an offer, but you’re not there yet, so you need to pull out […]
Receiving a job offer should always feel great, so if you weren’t overcome with happiness and excitement when the one currently sitting on your desk came through, take this as a warning sign. The job interview process is a learning experience for both sides, so if you aren’t convinced this is the right place for […]
When you’re ready to move on from your current job, every day spent at your desk may seem like forever. Whether you’ve accepted a new position you’re really excited about or are planning to take some time away from the workforce to regroup, you’re probably ready to make your exit immediately. Moving on to the […]
The decision to re-enter the workforce is a big one. Whether you took time off to raise a family, care for an elderly family member, battle an illness, or other personal reasons, it’s equally exciting and intimidating to head back to work. If you’ve only been away for a short while, you might not find […]
Oftentimes, employers receive resumes from far too many qualified candidates to bring in for an interview, so they conduct an initial phone screening to find the top prospects. If you’ve been invited to participate in a phone interview, your resume and cover letter have clearly made an impression. Now it’s time to continue that sentiment […]
When a potential employer asks for a list of professional references, you know things are getting serious. It’s important to choose people who can speak to your professional skills and accomplishments, as you want them to have plenty of specific examples to offer up. The people you select to speak on your behalf can make […]
Many job seekers consider cover letters a mere formality or even something that’s optional, but they actually carry a lot of weight. A cover letter is your first introduction to the hiring manager. If you’re able to impress them, you’ll probably get an interview; if not, your application will quickly land in the rejection pile. […]
Acing a job interview takes a lot of preparation. After getting the invitation, you probably spend hours trying to figure out what questions you’ll be asked and crafting the perfect responses. This is of course very useful, but you mustn’t forget that you’re also being assessed on what you don’t say — and oftentimes this […]