Looking for a job? A simple Google search will yield a plethora of inspiration in the form of sample elevator pitches, résumés, cover letters, and interview responses. But be cautious! Some of these instances feature terminology that will hinder your ability to portray the … [Read more...] about On the job hunt? Avoid using these 6 common phrases
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5 tips for highlighting your collaborative skills in a job interview
Job candidates struggle to highlight their accomplishments without seeming arrogant. While interviewers want to know your past and skills, they don't want you to seem self-centered. The idea is to utilize language that demonstrates how well you cooperate with others. According … [Read more...] about 5 tips for highlighting your collaborative skills in a job interview
3 questions to ask at the end of a job interview (and 3 to avoid)
Suppose you, like many others these days, are re-evaluating your priorities and looking to make changes in your professional life. This may mean that you are applying for new jobs and if all goes well, will soon be facing an interview for an exciting new job. At the end of … [Read more...] about 3 questions to ask at the end of a job interview (and 3 to avoid)
How to avoid these 5 common virtual interview mistakes
TopResume's recent hiring survey found a pandemic-inspired work trend that will persist into the new year: virtual interviews. Five major slip-ups emerged when hiring managers were asked to name the biggest mistakes an applicant could commit during a video conference. … [Read more...] about How to avoid these 5 common virtual interview mistakes
5 Confidence boosting strategies to help you nail your next job interview
The global pandemic has given many people the time to pause and reconsider the trajectory of their lives and analyze whether they are fulfilled by their jobs, and as a result, many have left employment to seek a better fit. This means that a great number of people will be faced … [Read more...] about 5 Confidence boosting strategies to help you nail your next job interview