Really thinking about the job you want and why you want it will help you determine how hard you are willing to work to get it. Women typically need to feel confident that they can do every aspect of a job before applying for it. I recommend adding structure to your day by thinking of the job search as a personal project.
Read MoreIf you're in the market for a new job, how you go about your search may look a little different. To stand out, candidates need to do more to show how they're different, advises Michelle Robin, executive job search consultant with Brand Your Career.
Read MoreMany graduates have been searching in vain for their dream job during the COVID crisis - if this sounds like you, then you may slowly feel anxiety, pessimism, or depression creeping in. It's easy to get lost in these feelings when you graduate and are unemployed, but it's important that you do not lose your sense of self when you're having difficulty landing a job.
Read MoreAm I wasting my time sending a resume when the job posting defines a degree as a requirement? I do have 60 credit hours of college, but I am not sure how to note that. Jim.Dear Jim: There are several strategies you can employ to minimize the impact of not having the degree required for a particular opportunity.
Read MoreIf you're looking to get all your job search details organized in one place, you might want to "Start with a spreadsheet-it will keep your job prospects organized," says Rae Sanders, a partner at talent acquisition firm WinterWyman.
Read MoreLinkedIn, in particular, was down 20%. But, surprisingly, Instagram had a 20% surge, with 37% of recruiters now using it as part of the search for the perfect candidate.
Read MoreWhile some job seekers may be looking for industry-specific opportunities, others have started to look for work in alternate fields or roles.
Read MoreWhen you're hunting for a new job, the biggest challenges are always knowing where to start, how to get organized, and figuring out the most effective way to approach your job search.
Read MoreVolunteering during and even after your job search has many professional and personal benefits. Even better, no matter what kind of job seeker you are or the positions you're looking for, volunteering can help enhance your resume.
Read MoreJob hunting during a recession always provokes anxiety, and this recession - kicked off by a global pandemic - can seem especially complex and daunting.
Read MoreWhen you're hunting for a new job, the biggest challenges are always knowing where to start, how to get organized, and figuring out the most effective way to approach your job search. See the resource section at the end of this article for an example of a "Job Search Goals" list, written for an event planning job.
Read MoreSearching for a new gig is a job itself-except you don't get paid for doing it, there are no benefits, and it's impossible to know if you're doing it wrong. Applying for jobs can be a long, lonely struggle against self-doubt, and to stay resilient, you need to be organized and have a plan.
Read MoreDespite the slowdown that many saw in their day-to-day lives during quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic, one thing that remains constant is the search for jobs and internships among Yale students. In the face of a process that can be daunting at times, students - both enrolled and unenrolled - are taking changes to internship applications, interviews and responsibilities in stride.
Read MoreSome of that time is spent around military service members who are just months away from separating from the military or retiring. Here are the most common job search questions they ask me, and the top tips every military veteran or soon-to-be veteran should know.
Read MoreFinding the perfect job takes time, patience and the right resources. One of the most powerful things you can do when searching for jobs is actively network. Find people who have similar jobs to the one you are seeking.
Read MoreWhen our daughter was beginning her post-grad job search last summer, my husband offered to introduce her to some people he knew who might be able to help her. Is there anything parents can do to be useful in helping their adult children find work? And if so, how?
Read MoreJob searches go faster when job-seekers first take a step back to plan strategically. Think of it this way; your "Job" in a job search is to be a world-class consultative salesperson, for yourself. Here's a seven step job search plan that has gotten results for my clients, and that any great salesperson would appreciate.
Read MoreCable news, papers, social media and dinner conversations invariably turn toward the political hot topic of the day-accompanied by acrimony and arguments.
Read MoreIf you need a new job, it can feel like every spare minute should be dedicated to the task, but according to Read it's crucial for job hunters to practice self-care.
Read MoreOn the first day of September, I welcomed a new member of my team in the dean’s office via Zoom. I was on the campus, but our new hire — let’s call her C., so as not to put her on the spot — was still more than 1,000 miles away.
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