An interview is similar to dating. Each side of the equation has questions about the other necessary to establishing an effective, ongoing relationship that require honest, well thought-out answers. Remember that the questions you bring to the table to ask the interviewer in the interview demonstrate your interest, preparation, as well as knowledge in the … Continue reading Key Interview Questions to Ask
Category: Careers
Welcome to our page on careers and business, where you can find helpful advice, tips, and information to succeed in your work life. We cover topics such as employment lessons, business skills, and public speaking. Let us guide you towards career success with insights on writing resumes, job searching, interviewing, writing business letters, and more.
Tips the Scales in your Favor with these Interview Tips
This is not the usual list of things to say once you have an interview. Instead we give you seven tips for tipping the scale in your favor so your next interview can be your last. Successful Interview Tips Tip #1 Ask for directionsOn the day of the interview, you arrive 10 minutes early but … Continue reading Tips the Scales in your Favor with these Interview Tips
Career Success through Volunteering
Are you looking for a new career? Interested in learning more a particular career but uncertain if you want to invest the time and money in gaining new skills or education? Or are you looking to explore new opportunities but want to avoid jumping ship at your current job? Volunteering might be the answer to … Continue reading Career Success through Volunteering
Job Searching — Where to Begin?
Searching for a new job, position, or even career can be intimidating, especially if you have been employed within the same company for several years. Knowing where to start, what is most important, and even whether or not it is the “right” job are all questions that race through the job seekers mind upon beginning … Continue reading Job Searching — Where to Begin?
Different Types of Resumes
There are three primary types of resumes; the chronological resume, the functional resume, and the targeted resume. Each of these types also has variations. Which type of resume you create depends on how much experience you have in the industry and in occupation you want to work in. Chronological resumes: A chronological resume typically lists … Continue reading Different Types of Resumes
Types of Resume Cover Letters
Response to an AdvertisementThis is perhaps the most common type of cover letter, or at least the one most often thought of when hearing the term. A response to an advertisement will include: The company name and address A specific person to whom to address the letter How the candidate heard about the position (where … Continue reading Types of Resume Cover Letters
Posting your Resume Online & Scanning
If you are still using the old newspaper ad search to find your next job, you are overlooking the benefit and ease of using technology and the internet in making your job search not only more successful, but easier. Putting your resume online might put your career into high gear if you know how to … Continue reading Posting your Resume Online & Scanning
Resume Writing Tips
If you are trying to find a new job, one of the tools you will use is a resume for highlighting your experience. Your resume tells your professional story often before you have an interview with a prospective employer, so its definition and how it’s written is absolutely critical. There are two main types of … Continue reading Resume Writing Tips
Writing Cover Letters that Land Interviews
When it comes to job hunting, your cover letter is your best tool to landing an interview. Many people may have job skills and experiences as good or better than your own but a cover letter is the place where you can really let an employer know who you are in a very personal way. … Continue reading Writing Cover Letters that Land Interviews
Teens: Finding Your First Job
If you’re a teenager looking for your first job, a good place to start is in your own neighborhood. Many of your neighbors may have routine odd jobs like mowing the lawn, babysitting, even light housekeeping chores that you’d be perfect for. You may also want to look into retail jobs, food services (yes, that’s a fancy … Continue reading Teens: Finding Your First Job
Health Care Jobs for Writers
If you’ve got strong writing skills and some background in health care or expertise in nursing or medicine, then here are some possible career paths for you to explore.
Computer Based Training for High Tech Careers
As CBT has become more sophisticated and interactive, it has become a widely accepted form of training.
