What is Digital Literacy? Digital Literacy refers to a person’s ability to identify, evaluate, and compose clear information and messaging across online platforms. These include internet applications, software, search tools, and even smartphones. In today’s digitally-driven job market, understanding how to effectively utilize digital technology has become a critical skill in nearly all industries and […]
Q: How long should I wait to follow up with a potential employer after a job interview? A: You’ve just aced the interview. Whether a phone conversation or an in-person meeting, your immediate priority should be to follow up on a job interview with a thank you letter to the interviewer(s) thanking them for their time, […]
The holiday season can be a challenging time for job seekers. Hiring often slows during these last 5 weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, as many staffers cash in on their remaining vacation days, hiring budgets hit their max, and companies determine what their workforce will look like in 2020. This can also be positive […]
I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a few days off. I come from a very large Italian-American family, and the holidays (Thanksgiving included) are always a big deal, and a big meal. One of the things that have always been important to me in this business is retaining the ability to […]
Next week is the Thanksgiving holiday for those of us residing here in the US. Right around this time each year, the impending holiday season prompts the conversation, “Should I press pause on my job search during the holidays … or keep looking?” Does hiring slow down after late November? Yes – hiring does traditionally […]
Acing the job search isn’t just about having a solid resume. As a job seeker, your cover letter is an important part of your overall brand presence, and one of the best ways that you can tailor your application to fit the job you’re applying to. What is a Cover Letter? A cover letter is […]
The holiday season is stressful enough without the added burden of handling unemployment, underemployment, or general dissatisfaction with your job, career, or job search results. Many of us are overspending, overworking, overplanning, and under-relaxing. I’ve never been a supporter of the idea that you should slack off on managing your career during the weeks leading up […]
An article published by The Balance Careers examined how the average professional is likely to change careers up to 7 times in their lifetime, as reported by the US Department of Labor. How you define “career change” can vary. From switching employers or industries, to focusing on an entirely different specialty. Even changing to a […]
Effective communication is a key component of the job search process – from how you present your qualifications on the resume, to your performance in the interview, to following up after the interview process Timely Follow Up After the Interview is Critical How you communicate with your peers, customers, and managers can impact your job […]
One of the biggest frustrations I hear from job seekers is what’s taking so long to hear back from HR after submitting their resume to a job posting. The job search process can be a lengthy one, full of variables, scheduling considerations, and multiple parties involved. This causes a lot of anxiety for job seekers […]
