No Second Chances for First Impressions
July 26, 2017
One of the most valuable pieces of advice we can give job seekers is to recognize that the interview process begins long before you come into the office to meet with the hiring manager. Many candidates underestimate the importance of organization and professionalism before even applying for a position. Put your best foot forward during any preliminary interaction or communication that you have with recruiters, networking contacts, HR managers, and business owners. You’re being evaluated each time you engage with someone about a job. This can seem intimidating, but don’t panic! Here are 4 tips to make sure that you’re ready to make a great first impression—during each stage of the hiring process.
We know the job search process can be overwhelming. Whether you’re in the job market for the first time, or you’re in a job that you’re not happy with, we’re here to help! You may think that that skipping a few steps is ok, but before you jump in, make sure you understand some of the key steps of a successful job search. Here are 5 basic things you should do when you’re in the job market:
In a perfect world, every job seeker would end up getting to choose between two great opportunities; however, for those who find themselves in this scenario, the pressure of having to choose between two amazing jobs can seem pretty nerve-wracking. Don’t let the weight of this decision spoil it for you; despite the stress you’re feeling, you can write a great ending to this story! Here are 3 important things to think about that will help you do just that:
Have you ever been so excited to apply to a job, only to realize after further exploration that you didn't meet all of the requirements? Don’t let a couple of unchecked boxes keep you from applying to a job that really lights your fire! If you're truly passionate about it, push onward. Sure, if you don’t meet 50% of the requirements, you’ll probably struggle to land an interview—but if you don’t meet 30% of the requirements you can often make up for this by demonstrating your “fit” in other areas. Here are 4 ways to improve your chances of getting a job when you don’t meet all of the requirements:
We are excited to begin a brand new blog series called, “Ask a Career Coach” where a member of our expert Coaching team will answer one of your most pressing job search and/or career related questions. Today’s question comes from Erica T. in Charleston, SC. 
With Mother’s Day this weekend, it’s a great time to talk about career ideas for working moms. If you’re constantly finding yourself torn between keeping your career going and being around for your kids, we're here to offer you some creative and inspiring ideas that will help you have the best of both worlds. Here are 12 great careers that fit in well with raising a family and can help you maintain a nice income at the same time:
The most successful interviews are the result of great chemistry. It can be a struggle to find qualified applicants. If that struggle goes on long enough, hiring managers begin to be less particular over certain requirements and then suddenly it doesn’t matter as much whether you know how to use InDesign or QuickBooks. They’re more willing to train you if they like you. Being liked is all about chemistry. Your ability to quickly establish rapport and build chemistry should be strategic. Successful chemistry building is comprised of three main things…
How you behave on your interview is just as important as being qualified for the job. We’ve had so many candidates who appear great on paper but fail to acknowledge simple social graces that are an important part of making a solid first impression. Preparing for interviews is about more than checking off boxes on a job description and researching the company. To truly ACE an interview, you have to mind your manners and abide by some basic interview etiquette in order to seal the deal:
If you’re in the job market and you find yourself getting frustrated by the process—you’re not alone! A common mistake that job seekers make is a failure to diversify their approach. Don’t put all your resumes in one basket! A successful job search involves juggling different moving pieces, and you have to get creative with how you search for jobs and prepare for interviews. If you’re not getting the results you'd like, try a new approach. Here are 7 different job search strategies:
