An employee’s stress level is quite high these days. Whether you want to create an action plan for you career, are looking for your dream job or doing a job already, working with a mentor brings you benefits in many ways. Even when you want to switch to a new career altogether, a mentor can […]
Monthly Archives: December 2013
7 Skills to Wow Employers
Of course, there are specific skills required to do specific jobs. However, there are certain traits or abilities that most of the employers look for when it comes to hiring the right candidates. These skills are common, no matter what industry you belong to or what kind of job you want. In order to increase […]
Always Approach Recruiters with Professionalism
Absolutely, the process of job search involves a lot of research, planning and preparation. In fact, you should be ready to impress each contact that will lead you to a job of your interest. But who’s the first point of contact? Well, the recruiter that you choose to work will be the very first connection […]
Career Aptitude Tests – Discover a Career That Suits You Best
Many people think career tests are magic. No, they aren’t. All a career test or a career aptitude test does for you is help you explore talents that you already possess. Many times, you’ll be completely unaware of the strengths, skills and talents that you may carry. When you are not self-aware, it’s quite easy […]
If You’re an Introvert Jobseeker
In this world, you’ll find both – introverts and extroverts. And you don’t always need to become extroverted or outgoing in order to achieve success in different spheres of life. In fact, there are many good traits that put an introverted person above an extrovert. But what about an introvert who’s looking for a job? […]
Sociology, Sociologists, and Other Career Opportunities
There are a lot of people who have a keen interest in studying sociology. Those with a college degree in sociology are employed in a wide range of areas including criminal justice, business, research, education, counseling and communications among others. But do you know what the subject of sociology is all about and how you […]
Why You Should Avoid an Office Affair
Special friend in the workplace or work spouse – these terms may sound quite interesting or exciting! But they are not as good as they sound. Many people think that stepping into a relationship at the workplace is not a bad idea. On the other hand, this is also true that many people have affairs […]
Why You Need to Develop Leadership Skills
It’s not just your academic qualifications that will lead you to your dream job. Depending on the type of job you are looking for, you may need to develop or learn a wide range of skills. If you want to become a customer service representative for example, you’ll need to grow key skills including communication, […]