How to Answer “What’s Your Greatest Weakness?”

While being asked “What is your greatest weakness?” is expected during a job interview, most candidates truly despise the question. Often, it feels like a trick, as revealing your shortcomings can make it harder to land the job. However, there are ways to answer this question in a way that can reflect positively on you […]

Looking For Light Industrial Employers to Call You? Use These Tips!

The job search process has changed a lot over the years. Once it was standard to mail a cover letter and resume to potential light industrial employers, then wait weeks for a response, then finally get asked for an interview. In other cases, either you saw a “Help Wanted” sign on the door and walked […]

Is There a Better Way to Interview Entry-Level Candidates?

Interviewing people for entry-level positions can pose a challenge for any hiring manager. There are several reasons for this. First, candidates who present for entry-level positions often have limited-to-no previous career experience. This can make it difficult to obtain references and to have talking points during the interview. Secondly, entry-level candidates may not know what […]

Cover Letter Mistake Checklist – Can Yours Pass?

A cover letter can make or break any job seeker’s success with landing a new assignment. When done well, a cover letter intrigues the hiring manager to want to learn more. When done poorly, the cover letter turns the hiring manager off and the resume goes into the garbage can. How can you know if […]

Ways to Start Preparing the Night before Your Interview

Congratulations, after months searching for a great job, you’ve finally been asked to come in for an interview at your dream company! This is an exciting time indeed, filled with plenty of anticipation. But you’ve come this far in your job search, and there’s no turning back. You can use this interview to your advantage […]

How to Tell If You Love Your Job (and if you don’t)

Do you love your job, or are you merely earning a paycheck? The old saying goes, “If you love what you do, you won’t work a day in your life.” This is very true for millions of professionals across the country, while others have yet to find something they love when it comes to work. […]