For many, staying active at work is a challenge. Unless your job is physical, there’s a decent chance you’ll spend hours sitting in one place. That can make your lifestyle highly sedentary, and that isn’t great for your health. Luckily, it’s possible to be more active at work without disrupting the flow of your day…. Read more »
Posts Categorized: getting a job
Don’t Forget Your Job Interview Checklist!
If you want to excel during your interview, preparation is the key to your success. Along with standard steps like researching the role, learning about the company, and practicing your interview answers, you also need to make sure that you have all of the items you need when the day arrives. With a job interview… Read more »
Nobody Should Ever Say This in an Interview…
Interviewing for a job can be both exciting and scary. Nerves may be running high, and it’s normal to feel a bit anxious, especially if the opportunity entices you. Usually, you try to offset this by rehearsing your answers and preparing. You may even look at sample answers that can help you decide what to… Read more »
One Easy Way to Make Yourself a Better Candidate
Finding a new job can be a challenge. When it comes to finding an office position, the competition can be fierce. You need to find opportunities to set yourself apart from other candidates. Otherwise, you may miss out on an exceptional job. Luckily, there is an easy way to make yourself a better candidate. If… Read more »
Yes, There Is Life After a Layoff
Getting laid off can feel like a kick to the gut. Usually, you didn’t lose your job through any fault of your own. Instead, your employer’s circumstances changed, and they don’t need your skills any longer. Plus, in some cases, a lay off is a surprise. Not only did you not do anything wrong, but… Read more »
Are You Focusing on Your Personal Development?
Many professionals mistakenly believe that they can rely on their employers to keep them moving forward in their careers. While your company may provide you with some skills training, that alone might not keep you heading in the right direction. Your personal development also matters, and that’s something your employer can’t address. Personal growth and… Read more »
Use These Tips to Stand Out from Other MS Job Candidates
When you’re looking for a new job, you need to make sure your resume stands out for all of the right reasons. Often, hiring managers only spend a few seconds skimming your application. If you don’t look like a top candidate right from the beginning, your resume could quickly end up in the discard pile…. Read more »
5 Skills All Medical Receptionists MUST Have
Being a medical receptionist can be incredibly rewarding. You get to assist patients and other medical professionals in practice, and that can be very enjoyable. But it can also be challenging work. Without the right skills, you might not thrive in a medical receptionist role. If you want to make sure you have what it… Read more »
Pick the Right Resume Format to Make 2020 Your Best Career Year!
Fitting all of your relevant work history into a single one- to two-page document isn’t easy. You likely have a lot of details to share, including information about your skills, accomplishments, and more. Plus, you have to make sure that your resume leaves a strong impression. You only have a few seconds to catch a… Read more »
Didn’t Find Your Dream Job Last Year? Here’s How to Start Over!
When you have your sights set on your perfect job, not getting it can be frustrating. Being told that you weren’t selected isn’t easy to hear. It can damage your confidence, making it harder to move forward. While not landing your dream job isn’t easy, that doesn’t mean you can’t morph the situation into something… Read more »