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Believe it or not, the average worker has experienced about eleven job changes up to the age of 38; this according to the 2014 U.S. Department of Labor Statistics; the number currently still holding steady. Meaning, for whatever reason you no longer have a job – whether it was brought about by your personal decisionRead more

  Whether you had ample or slight warning of a shutdown or layoff, or it hit you like a ton of bricks, bottom line it still comes as a shock to the system when it actually happens. The sudden loss of job stability, a paycheck and medical benefits – for example – can easily rockRead more

    Like your appearance at an interview, your Cover Letter should make a good first impression. It should include only that information which helps engage with the reader (hiring pro or decision maker for example). And makes a positive impression which encourages them to call or email you to set up an interview.  Read more

While it’s no shock to discover applicants lying on resumes, it’s common knowledge they’ve been doing it for decades, what is a shock is the percentage of individuals doing so. Over 85% of job applicants lie on resumes and job applications a recent HireRight survey shows. In their 2018 Annual Employment Screening Benchmark Survey HireRightRead more

  We’ve all been guilty of this at some point. Finding ourselves in a job situation we have outgrown and which no longer challenges us. That said, in a situation like this, heading to work daily can be nothing short of depressing. This can lead to a negativity which is far-ranging which can also affectRead more

If you’re back at work after a layoff or shutdown now is not the time for relaxing on your laurels. It’s time, instead, to plan and organize what your next move will be should a formal, and permanent, layoff takes place. In short, now is the time to start planning for your new future.  Read more

Seemingly, without fail, every New Years Day (or week) there are tons of articles and posts, online, which speak to changes we all should consider making now the new year has arrived. These often encompass upgrading your skills to get a promotion or a better job. While you, personally, may know what skills you believeRead more

The interview statement “Tell me about your strengths” has tripped up many a professional. And may have been the top reason they lost the job offer. Many believed it meant telling the interviewer about job tasks they were capable of performing skillfully. Others believed it meant ‘tell me what you can do for us’. AndRead more

It’s no secret most want to move forward in their careers. Receive that long-wanted promotion, receive more benefits and make more money. Everyone has career goals; although perhaps discussing them only with a significant other, closest friend or family member. And who can blame them? If they don’t reach those goals, there will be fewRead more

Your good reputation is the very foundation upon which your business and life are built. It’s made up of everything you and your business does. And nothing could be more important than when you are offering freelance services. And while your skills and past work experience speaks volumes to future clients, if you lack professionalismRead more