Anxiety is an interview killer…and a common problem. Job seekers have every right to be anxious about an impending interview. After all, the interviewer’s decision is dependent on your performance in the interview. No pressure or anything. Avoid letting your interview anxiety get the best of you...

Starting the job search process can seem overwhelming. It’s OK, we’ve all been there. So, to help you get over that “I’m feeling so overwhelmed” state, we’ve broken it down for you. In just 6 easy steps you’ll be on the way to finding (and accepting) your next job!

An interview is a two-way street. Your potential employer is asking you questions to learn about you and your skills. Then, it’s your turn to ask questions about the position, the company, and your boss. The key is to ask the right kind of questions. The type of questions you chose to ask your...

So, you finished your interview, went home excited about your future with the company, but now what? Maybe it’s been a few days (or more) and you haven’t heard anything. While it’s definitely true that the hardest part (the interview) is over, there’s still work to be done to ensure that you stay...

How do employers react to that employment gap on your resume? Is it always a negative reaction? Will employers give you a chance to explain what happened and move forward, or will they just assume the worst and pass on you? Sometimes, the gap in employment is by choice – maybe you were raising a...

In some interviews, you’ll get asked to “sell me this pen” or anything else for that matter. It’s a simple question—typically geared toward candidates for sales positions—but it can be difficult and nervewracking to answer, especially if you haven’t planned out a response. In addition to showing...

If you’re applying for a job, it’s likely you’ll need a reference. It’s a good idea to get references lined up before you start a job search so that you’ll have a list of people who can recommend you ready to share with prospective employers. Asking for a reference can be an intimidating process....

Here is a little secret: Recruiters spend on average only 6 seconds scanning over your resume. Try scanning this blog post for 6 seconds and see what you notice. Probably not a lot, right? Maybe you saw a few bolded headers and skimmed a sentence or two. This is exactly what a recruiter does when...

If you’re considering entering the gig economy or taking on some side hustles of your own, you will need to learn how to effectively manage your time to stay on your A-game. Read on for more essential time management tips to set yourself up for gigging success.

Anyone who has either been hired for a job or hired someone for a job knows that the process of getting a new employee on board requires a large amount of paperwork. The I-9 form is one of the most important forms that an employee and employer fill out. To help you understand why the Form I-9 is so...