Ask a Career Coach
August 30, 2017
 Welcome to another blog in our series called, âAsk a Career Coachâ where a member of our Career Coaching team will answer one of your most pressing job search and/or career related questions. Todayâs question comes from David Z. in Chicago, IL.
David: Iâve been on two interviews recently and both asked me about weaknesses. Iâve never been sure how to respond to this question, but I know Iâm not supposed to say anything that is going to be too âhonest.â I know youâre supposed to turn your weakness into something thatâs positive, but what kind of strategy do you recommend?
One thing that recent graduates and job changers have in common is a tendency to seek out the best career advice they can find. And there is no shortage of advice to be found. Whether youâre trying to figure out what kind of career is the right fit, or youâre not feeling satisfied in your current role, be very careful about the advice you heed. In this blog, weâre examining some job search and career myths that youâd be better off 
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. Youâre being evaluated each time you engage with someone about a job. This can seem intimidating, but donât panic! Here are 4 tips to make sure that youâre ready to make a great first impressionâduring each stage of the hiring process.
We know the job search process can be overwhelming. Whether youâre in the job market for the first time, or youâre in a job that youâre not happy with, weâre 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 youâre 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. Donât let the weight of this decision spoil it for you; despite the stress youâre 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? Donât 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 donât meet 50% of the requirements, youâll probably struggle to land an interviewâbut if you donât meet 30% of the requirements you can often make up for this by demonstrating your âfitâ in other areas. Here are 4 ways to improve your chances of getting a job when you donât meet all of the requirements:
We are excited to begin a brand new blog series called, âAsk a Career Coachâ where a member of our expert Coaching team will answer one of your most pressing job search and/or career related questions. Todayâs question comes from Erica T. in Charleston, SC. 
With Motherâs Day this weekend, itâs a great time to talk about career ideas for working moms. If youâre 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 doesnât matter as much whether you know how to use InDesign or QuickBooks. Theyâre 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 thingsâŚ
How you behave on your interview is just as important as being qualified for the job. Weâve 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:
