Career When to Ask About Salary and Benefits in an Interview A lot of job hunters may find this question quite relatable, “Is it okay to ask about salary and benefits during an interview?” While this can be an uncomfortable topic to discuss, figuring out if an employer can meet your personal needs and standards are a crucial determinant of whether Written by The Editors March 26, 2020March 27, 2020
Career How Early Should You Arrive for a Job Interview During a job interview, a lot of things are out of your control. Things can go right or wrong in an instant. However, there’s one thing within your power that could make or break your interview: showing up early. So, how early should you arrive for a job interview? We’ve gathered some e Written by The Editors March 26, 2020March 26, 2020
Career What Are the Best and Worst Colors to Wear to a Job Interview? In a world where companies interview dozens of people for one job position, first impressions are more important than ever. What you choose to wear that day may send a subconscious message to the interviewer about your character—especially the color of your clothing. To help you achieve an ideal f Written by The Editors March 26, 2020March 26, 2020
Career How to Properly List References on a Resume (With Examples) Job seekers continue to ask if they should list references on their resume. While some employers require you to submit resume references, other employers and hiring managers won’t request that list until after the final in-person interview. So, if you reach this point in the hiring process and Written by The Editors March 20, 2020March 24, 2020
Career 50+ Good Questions to Ask Recruiters During the Interview When it comes to job interviews, planning and preparation are vital. The more you learn about the company you’re applying for, the better you’ll be able to prepare for your interview. Your potential employer or a hiring manager will ask you some questions to decide whether you’re f Written by The Editors March 11, 2020March 13, 2020
Career How to Become a Massage Therapist Why Would You Want to Be a Massage Therapist? Many people of varying ages and backgrounds have found great joy in the career of touch therapy. It is not for everyone, but it suits someone, it can be a fruitful and satisfying career choice. For many years, I’ve found it extremely rewarding to help Written by Gina Scianimanico, LMT, CEP January 17, 2020January 18, 2020
Career How to Answer “What Sets You Apart from Other Candidates?” In this guide, we’ll be covering how to answer the classic interview question, “What sets you apart from other candidates?” A lot of job seekers, especially the first-timers, may have a tough time answering this question. There’s that concern of not wanting to be too overconf Written by The Editors January 13, 2020January 27, 2020
Career Signs You Didn’t Get the Job After Interview, According to 11 Experts Job interviews can be daunting. There’s always that feeling of uncertainty if you got the job or not. Here are some ways to figure out if you didn’t get the job position you applied for. Dr. J Paul Rand, MBA, CPCN Executive Director, RSolutions (Holdings) You scoured the internet for tip Written by The Editors December 19, 2019January 20, 2020
Career 10+ Signs Your Boss Feels Threatened by You When you first started your job, everything was going well. Your boss was encouraging, supportive, and even complimenting you for a job well done. But then suddenly, everything changes. Now, your relationship seems constrained, and no matter how hard you try, you can’t seem to please your boss Written by The Editors December 18, 2019December 18, 2019
Career How to Deal with a Coworker Who Is Trying to Get You Fired, According to 15 Experts What do you do when someone you work with every day wants to get you fired? We asked experts to discuss how to deal with a coworker who’s trying to sabotage your career. Here are their insights: Damian Birkel HarperCollins Leadership Author | Founder & Executive Director, Professionals In Written by The Editors December 17, 2019January 16, 2020
Career How to Accept a Job Offer, According to 11 Experts (+Sample Acceptance Letters) Accepting a job offer is not as simple as some people may think. You can’t just say, “I’ll take the job! When do I start?” Before anything else, making sure you and your employer have covered all the bases, and there’s no confusion, is very important. So, how do you acc Written by The Editors December 16, 2019January 19, 2020
Career How & Where to List Latin Honors (e.g. Cum Laude) on a Resume (Plus 7 Examples) Your resume plays a vital role in projecting your capabilities as a prospective employee. Hence, you would undoubtedly take pride in receiving Latin Honors; these are hard-earned, after all. But in a more practical sense, beyond medals and certificates, where do these awards go on your resume? Here Written by The Editors December 13, 2019December 13, 2019
Career How to Become a Veterinarian So you want to be a veterinarian? Choosing a career is one of the most important, life-altering decisions you can make. If you’ve decided to become a veterinarian, you know that investing all that time, effort, and money into learning how to care for animals will be challenging, fulfilling, exciti Written by Hannah Braught, DVM December 12, 2019January 19, 2020
Career What to Do If You Don’t Know What Career Path to Choose? Are you feeling lost and unsure about where to take the next big step for your career path? Don’t worry. According to these experts, here’s what you need to do if you don’t know what career to choose. Miriam Spinner Career Coach, Spinner Coaching Know who you are and who you are no Written by The Editors December 12, 2019January 9, 2020
Career How to Turn Down a Job Offer but Keep the Door Open (+Samples) Saying no to a job offer may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. When faced with the situation to reject a job offer, what’s the best way to respond yet also keeping the door open for future opportunities? Here are some good examples and tips: Timothy G. Wiedman, D.B.A., PHR Emerit Written by The Editors November 26, 2019January 12, 2020
Career How Long Does It Take to Get a Job Offer After an Interview, According to 10 Experts The job interview is over. They’ve asked their questions, and you gave them your best answers. There’s nothing much you can do now but wait for their response. Like many others in your shoes, you’re wondering to yourself, “how long does it take to get the job offer after the Written by The Editors November 26, 2019January 13, 2020
Career 40+ Good Questions to Ask Employers at a Career Fair (& the Reasons Behind Them) Any opportunity of coming face-to-face with a potential employer is a critical part of the job-hunting process. This includes career fairs, no matter how preliminary it may seem to you. It is important, therefore, to use this chance to ask relevant questions while you’re still free from the pr Written by The Editors November 19, 2019January 18, 2020
Career How to List Hobbies and Interests on a Resume (+Great Examples) Stating your hobbies and interests on your resume can help in making your personality shine through, although some people think that they are better left off. If you’re thinking of including them in your resume, here is our list of 10 experts and their helpful tips and examples on how to list Written by The Editors November 19, 2019December 4, 2019
Career How to Answer “What Interests You About This Position?” in a Job Interview Although some questions in a job interview may seem harmless, it is important to always be careful with how you respond to these questions. So when you’re asked, “What interests you about this position?” what is the best way to frame your response? Check out what these 15 experts h Written by The Editors November 19, 2019January 19, 2020
Career How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work Here?” (Best Tips + 13 Examples) When you’re faced with the question, “Why do you want to work here?” you must be able to respond with a clear, relevant answer to ace your interview. Though some people might find this question frustrating or seemingly useless, it actually serves a purpose, and it’s important Written by The Editors November 13, 2019January 13, 2020
Career What Is the Difference Between a Resume and Cover Letter? When hunting for a job, candidates should be familiar with working on both resumes and cover letters. While these two share the common goal of showing that you have the right set of skills for the job you’re applying for, there are clear distinctions between these documents. In this article, w Written by The Editors November 12, 2019February 17, 2020
Career How to Write the Best Thank You Email After Interview (Plus 8 Samples) So you applied for a job, got an interview invitation, and attended the interview. Now, you’re done—almost. All that’s left for you to do is to write that thank you email to your interviewer. If you’re not sure how to write one, read on these 10 experts who shared their tips and Written by The Editors November 11, 2019November 12, 2019
Career How and When Does an Employer Check Your References? The references you present may be contacted about your qualifications, employment history, and the skills that qualify you for the job position you’re applying. So, how and when does an employer check your references? We asked experts to provide some helpful insights. Timothy G. Wiedman, D.B.A Written by The Editors November 11, 2019January 19, 2020
Career 5 Critical Ways to Keep Clients Happy When You’re Self-employed In the best of all possible self-employment scenarios, the clients you work so hard to get appreciate the services you supply, pay promptly without haggling about prices, and treat you like a valued resource and peer. Finding a client who fits this description is like striking gold, and you will be Written by Jeanne Yocum November 8, 2019November 8, 2019
Career 20+ Signs Your Job Interview Went Well, According to 11 Experts While you can never be certain how your recent interview went until you hear the final decision, some signs may indicate it went considerably well. So, how do you know if an interview went well or not? Let’s hear it from the experts. Dr. J Paul Rand, MBA, CPCN Executive Director, RSolutions (H Written by The Editors November 6, 2019March 12, 2020
Career How to Answer “Why Did You Leave Your Last Job” (10+ Good Examples) So you’re now on the process of applying for a new job position. But are you ready to answer one of the most common questions that will likely come up during an interview? Why are you looking for a new job? Why did you leave your most recent position? Why are you looking for a ... Read more Written by The Editors November 6, 2019February 17, 2020
Career How to Answer “How Do You Handle Stress” Interview Question, According to 18 Experts In a job interview, questions can get really tricky. One typical question that they may ask is, “how do you handle stress?” When unprepared, this question may catch you off guard. Before this question gets the best of you, we listed 18 experts who shared their thoughts on this matter. Dr Written by The Editors October 31, 2019October 31, 2019
Career How to Respond to a Recruiter Email If Interested (Plus 9 Sample Answers) When a recruiter reaches out to you for a possible job opportunity, you definitely don’t want to miss the chance, especially if you’re interested in the job. Time ticks away, so you will need to give them a reply soon. But what if writing a response is proving to be more difficult than e Written by The Editors October 29, 2019January 24, 2020
Career How to Decline a Job Offer Due to Low Salary (Plus 8 Sample Answers) Declining a job offer can be a nerve-wracking ordeal, and even more so if you’re declining because of the salary. When it’s just not enough, you have no choice but to eventually let the hiring company know your hard-thought decision of rejecting the offer. But how do we approach the subj Written by The Editors October 29, 2019January 24, 2020
Career How Long Should Your Resume Be, According to 25 Experts Some would say that there’s no standard resume length that works for everyone. After all, some people have more years of work experience, while others are just beginning their journey. Determining how long a resume should be isn’t as easy as keeping it all on one page. To help us uncover Written by The Editors October 28, 2019January 20, 2020
