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How to list temporary jobs on your résumé
Reading Time: 2 minutes If you’ve spent any time doing temporary work, you’ll appreciate how much experience you can gain through short-term jobs. After all, you get the chance to work on a range of different projects and in a variety of companies. Moreover, temp work is a good way to expand your network and earn some extra cash.…
How to diversify your personal network and why it’s important
Reading Time: 2 minutes Take a look at your professional network. Are most of your connections in the same field as you? Do they have similar backgrounds? Have they had comparable experiences? If you’ve answered, “Yes!” to this question, then you might want to consider diversifying your network. We’ll discuss why this is important and give some tips on…
How to take a professional selfie
Reading Time: 3 minutes What do Rembrandt, President Obama, Andy Warhol and Madonna have in common? Of course, each of these people is—or was—world famous. But after fame and fortune, the similarities fade. The answer is that at some point in their lives, all these people made selfies. Whether they used oil on canvas, acrylic on silkscreen or a…
Tips for keeping track of your job applications
Reading Time: 2 minutes Looking for a new job takes time, patience, and perseverance. Vicki Salemi reports in her Monster article titled “How long does it really take to get a job?” that on average, it takes applicants five months to land a new job. So it’s not unusual to send out more than 10 applications before you’re called…
Enhance your chances of getting an interview
Reading Time: 2 minutes In general, a job opening attracts between 200 and 300 applications. At most, six of these candidates will be selected for an interview, and eventually, only one person will be hired. Clearly, when you’re looking for a job, the competition can be steep. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to make your application…
Six common interview questions – and how to answer them
Reading Time: 2 minutes The days leading up to an important job interview can be exciting — but also a bit nerve wracking. The hiring manager has already seen your résumé and is aware of your qualifications and experience, so now it’s all about presenting yourself as a capable and confident professional who’ll be an asset to the…
Why you should always be early for work
Reading Time: 2 minutes Do you always run late in the mornings? Do you find it challenging to get to your desk without being the last one in the office? Being late can hurt your career If you’ve answered “Yes!” to either of these questions, you might be doing your career more harm than good. According to a…
Tips for asking for a pay raise
Reading Time: 2 minutes You’ve been in your current position for more than a year, you’ve consistently taken on more responsibility — and you’ve done well. So isn’t it time you got a pay raise? However, talking to your supervisor about your salary isn’t something you should take lightly. These tips can help you prepare to have this…
Working on a cross-functional team – best practices
Reading Time: 2 minutes Cross-functional teams — maybe you’ve read the term in a job application, or perhaps you’ve heard your colleagues use it around the office. Either way, if you’re an accomplished professional, chances are relatively high that sooner or later, you’ll be asked to join one. But what exactly is a cross-functional team, and how can you…
What to do when personal issues are affecting your performance
Reading Time: 2 minutes Maybe you’ve just broken up with your boyfriend or girlfriend of three years. Perhaps you’ve been diagnosed with a serious health condition. Or possibly your son or daughter is being bullied at school. When personal issues such as relationship problems, health challenges, and family issues occupy your mind and make you emotional, it can have a…