August 25, 2017
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
NOT to listen toâŚ
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. 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.
July 20, 2017
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:
July 13, 2017
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:
June 21, 2017
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:
May 25, 2017
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. Erica: Iâm new to LinkedIn and I only have a few connections. Iâd like to eventually have a respectable network and was wondering about the best (and fastest) way to add connections. Also, is it a good idea to accept LinkedIn invites from people I donât know if they look professional? What is the protocol for that? Are there any other tips or suggestions you can share with me?
May 10, 2017
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:
April 27, 2017
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
April 13, 2017
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:
April 04, 2017
Part 3 - The Space Between Your Ears â Putting Routine Tasks on Autopilot
Now that you have selected your hotspots and have a good operating platform, you are almost ready to launch your job search for real. But, even after your great head start, if the specter of a job search still seems daunting, here are 3 simple tactics you can use to help get you off the ground: Â
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 NOT to listen toâŚ
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:
