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Are You Living in the Problem or the Solution?
I have realized that I only follow one positive source a day… but I will happily follow all the negative stuff in my feed. I don’t think that’s the way to build a positive outlook… Time to get out of the problem!
7 More Snarky Answers to Common Interview Questions
While it’s probably not a good idea to let your first thought to these dumb questions fly, you can gain some perverse satisfaction from what you wish you could say… and the smart answer that you probably should use.
Snarky Answers to 6 Common Interview Questions
Everyone knows some job interview questions just beg for a snarky answer. Wouldn’t you love to once, just once, really say what’s on your mind? Enjoy these forays into the dark side – followed by some suggestions for how to really answer the question if you actually want to get the job.
The Passion Statement: Keystone to Your Job Search
Smart managers want to hire someone who is passionate about what they do. When all things are equal between candidates – skills, experience and education – the hiring manager will take the person who is excited to do the job. They have even been known to choose the passionate candidate over the more qualified ones.
100 Words Every Writer Should Know
While job seekers may not necessarily need to be an expert author, taking time to expand one’s vocabulary is a great skill – plus it can be fun!
The Adaptable Job Search
It’s time to adapt your resume, LinkedIn profile, networking and job search strategies to compete in the COVID-19 job market
Is a Free Resume Review Really Valuable?
If you have sent out 20 resumes and have not gotten a single interview or heard the coveted phrase, “You’re Hired!”, it is time for a resume review.
Why it is more important than ever to understand the ATS screening process
In a nutshell, HR will have to fall back on their computerized screening processes, also known at the Applicant Tracking System, or ATS.