While the holiday season is a time for goodwill, festivities, and spreading cheer, it can also be a great time to embark on a job search journey. The holiday season might seem like an odd time to think about job hunting, however, it can actually be an advantageous period for a few … [Read more...] about Conducting a Successful Holiday Job Search
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The Top 10 Professional Assessments for Gaining Insights About Yourself
In the pursuit of career progression and personal growth, it is helpful to have an accurate understanding of your abilities, personality traits, strengths, and leadership capabilities. Accurate meaning – objective. Understanding is not clouded by emotion or bias. Professional assessments offer … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Professional Assessments for Gaining Insights About Yourself
Identifying a Career Path: A Guide for Undecided Recent College Graduates
Making the transition from college to career is a significant shift and can seem overwhelming. Just because you have a degree does not mean you know exactly how you want to apply it or what type of work you want to perform on a daily basis. Not having a job lined up after graduation does not mean … [Read more...] about Identifying a Career Path: A Guide for Undecided Recent College Graduates
Finding Your Perfect Job: Make Authenticity Your Superpower
People usually pretend to fit in with others, not to stand out. I’m not talking about people who lie for a living, those who have gotten into a habit of elaborating on their accomplishments and their lives; I mean the rest of us, just trying to get by. This can result in a lack of … [Read more...] about Finding Your Perfect Job: Make Authenticity Your Superpower
Conducting Informational Interviews
What is an Informational Interview? An informational interview is similar to a job interview in that you are meeting with someone regarding your career. You should dress professionally (if meeting in person or virtually), be respectful of their time, do your homework, come prepared, and always … [Read more...] about Conducting Informational Interviews