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What is are some personal traits that interviewers are likely to favor? E.g. confidence, attitude, intelligence, etc.?
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Interviewers look for a handful of traits that would fit well with the company and the team you would be working with. Some of the big ones are your goal setting ability and leadership…
I applied for a job and it says that I applied to the position successfully. It also says that the job posting is no longer available for adding or removing interest. What does that mean exactly?
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I wanted to first thank you for your interest with our company! When you receive a message saying that that job posting is no longer available for adding/removing interest it means that…
What kind of writing degrees are there? I understand the obvious ones like journalism, but what are some other fields that would require a degree related to writing?
Hi there! For starters, English is a great major if you want to write; you can also consider Mass Communication (my degree) which would give you access to a mix of English, journalism and writing classes. If…
View all answers »Do you have any advice for working with a boss I do not like? I really like the organization and my coworkers, but me and my boss just don't get along. What can I do to make it more bearable without leaving?
Let me assure you that you are definitely not alone on this. There are many like you who don't see eye-to-eye with their bosses. First, concentrate on your job. Be productive and meet your expectations.…
View all answers »I just graduated high school and I'm applying for a job. I have no work experience. What should I include on my resume? I was going to put I was the captain of the varsity baseball team to show leadership and communication. Should I include volunteer information? Any suggestions?
First, let me say that I am proud of you for even thinking that way! YES, put captain of the baseball team on your resume for that reason. Be prepared to tell a story that demonstrates your leadership and communication…
View all answers »I am graduating this year with my Bachelor's in Economic with a 3.27 GPA. I am currently the Chairman of the student executive board for my university and the position goes away with my student status. So, I am hunting for jobs and I am finding I don't meet the 3-6 year minimum experience for the positions I am applying to. I am looking for positions related to economics and have found them to be very scarce. Is there a way to make my resume/ cover letter stand out? And are there roles I may not be thinking about that would relate to my Economics degree?
First, congratulations on your upcoming graduation, GPA, and student leadership. Great stuff! Second, I looked up entry-level economics jobs and some of the titles I see are: Junior Analyst, Associate…
View all answers »Oh NO!!! I just noticed an error on a short email response to a hiring manager. The manager and I have a few close connections and we even used to work at the same company; however, we don't know one another very well personally. I was responding to his email asking to schedule a follow up interview for a manager role. I noticed the error in my response this morning, but I sent the email last night so he has probably already seen it. What should I do??
Relax! If you can't recall the email, it's okay. Just breathe. It looks like you write well, so I'm thinking that you have established a reputation as a good writer with him, as well. You can send a quick follow-up…
View all answers »I recently applied to a job and saw that I had a 3rd connection with the individual currently holding the position I applied for. In general what are the guidelines for asking to be introduced on LinkedIn?
I treat LinkedIn like networking in person. It's about courtesy and making your intentions known. Let your mutual connection(s) know that you are interested in an introduction. When I send a connection request…
View all answers »Is it ok to e-mail companies directly expressing an interest in an internship/entry level position if they have no job openings that fit my profile? Is this more effective than applying for posted jobs? I feel that if a specific opening is posted hundreds of people apply and it is very unlikely to be invited for an interview.
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YES, it is OK. In fact, it shows initiative which is an attribute admired by many hiring managers. If there is nothing available, there is a chance that a hiring manager or recruiter would…
I realized that I really enjoy being a Radio Jockey rather than electrical engineer. I am also interested in journalism, but don't know how to move forward. Any suggestion on how I could pursue some newfound passions, and a career?
Welp, here's advice from a former radio personality. First, let me give you brutal truth about radio. It's fun work but the trade-off is that decent pay can be very hard to come by. The great thing is that…
View all answers »Networking For A Job While You're Still In College
No matter how many credits you have until graduation, you know the day is coming when you’ll need your first “real” job. For some it feels like a long way off, but for others the day of self-sufficiency is coming all too soon...
View this post »3 Things To Consider Before Your Internship
Internships can be pure joy, filled with numerous opportunities during summer break or post-graduation. An internship also has the possibility to be pure undiluted slog...
View this post »2 Simple Ways to Improve Your Job Search
Once you find a job you're interested in, the path to employment is fairly straightforward. Resumes, applications, interviews and, if all goes well, a job offer...
View this post »Anxiety and the Interview
Since graduation, your anxiety may have been like waves on the beach. It seemed to overwhelmingly crash forward then recede calmly away...
View this post »How to Negotiate an Entry-Level Salary
You networked like a savant, crafted the perfect resume, knocked the interview out of the park, and were offered the job! Your moment of jubilation is met with the sudden thud of a less than impressive initial salary offer. Negotiating a salary at any level can be difficult, but this can be especially difficult if you are starting your first job out of college...
View this post »How to Change Careers
Changing careers is common for many people. Whether you’ve simply discovered you actually hate your current career path or your industry has made it impossible for you to continue being employed...
View this post »5 Ways to Improve Your Resume
You found the perfect job opening. It has all the elements you desire: compensation, corporate culture, and location are all in line with your dream job...
View this post »Coffee Fiends In The Workplace
Coffee is a national pastime for millions of people in the US. From the first cup shortly after the alarm goes off in the morning, to the 3pm refuel we’re a country that loves our bitter caffeinated beverages...
View this post »The Balancing Act Of Vacation Time
Vacation time can be a difficult subject to deal with in the workplace. Most companies have a set amount of paid time off based on various elements that designate a person’s ‘right’ to more or less vacation...
View this post »How To Work With People You Genuinely Dislike
The workspace can be a place of inspiration and joy, filled with people who you deeply appreciate. Your office can also be a drudgery littered with various individuals who you’d rather not see twice let alone every day...
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