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It seems like a simple and innocent enough question, but your answer can make or break you in an interview! Please do not immediately say how much you like their vacation policy or awesome benefits (you laugh, but it happens more than you realize). Sure, these are great reasons to […]

How To Answer, ‘Why Do You Want To Work Here?’ ...

August 16, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / interview / job hunt / tips by Jessica

Whether you are just out of school or in-between gigs and feeling a little “desperate,” it’s important to really be interviewing the company (more specifically evaluating the opportunity) just as much as they are interviewing you. It’s easy to want to jump at a job offer just because you feel […]

3 Ways To Decide If The Position Is Right For ...

August 11, 2016 in News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / career / careers / interview / job hunt / jobs / tips by Jessica

Great article (click for link) about self-reflection and taking ownership over your career and the direction it can/will go! “Your career is defined by your skills and how you’ve used them, not by any external measure of your progress.” It’s not just about what you can do to get […]

How to think about your career.

August 8, 2016 in Jobs / News & Resources tagged advice / career / careers / tips by Jessica

According to TheLadders (click for link) research, recruiters spend an average of “six seconds before they make the initial ‘fit or no fit’ decision” on candidates. While a resume doesn’t tell your whole story, it’s your first impression and is hugely important! This article gives some good advice to make sure your resume […]

5-Minute Hacks to Make Your Resume Great

July 28, 2016 in News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / job hunt / resume / tips by Jessica

Giving your resignation can be really tough on both the employee and the employer. It’s not uncommon to be presented with a counteroffer if you are a valued employee but accepting a counteroffer can be a very risky endeavor. Before making any final decisions, it’s really important to take some […]

7 Things To Think About Before You Accept or Turn ...

July 25, 2016 in News & Resources tagged advice / career / communication / job hunt / professional / tips by Jessica

You’ve nailed a second interview! Depending on the situation, this could be a simple meet-and-greet (where the gig is essentially already yours) or you could be one of a slew of candidates coming back for a second round. Regardless, come in to the 2nd interview just as prepared – if […]

5 Steps to Second Interview Success

July 20, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged candidate / interview / job hunt / jobs / professional / success / tips by Jessica

This article (click for link) goes in to some great examples to help you refine your “story-telling,” but I’ve provided the highlights below. The most important thing is to have a plan ahead of time and to practice, practice, practice. You want your answer to be concise but still tell a story, […]

5 Steps To Turning Any Interview Answer Into A Memorable ...

July 18, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / interview / job hunt / tips by Jessica

Never forget that interviews are a two-way street! Asking the right questions not only helps you to better understand the role but also help to showcase your personal “brand.” It’s important to set yourself apart from your competitors and to learn how to sell yourself. This article (click for link) […]

How To Showcase Your Personal Brand In An Interview

July 13, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / interview / job hunt / resume / tips by Jessica

This article actually refers to small businesses (and their leaders) but really, the advice is applicable to any size company or position. I’d add to this list the planning aspect. I’ve always felt it’s huge to lay out a plan of action for the next day before you leave each […]

Tips for a More Productive Work Day

July 11, 2016 in News & Resources tagged advice / business / productivity / tips by Jessica