Getting your next job may be as easy as showing up on time for the interview, doing your homework about the company, having the right skill set, and making a good impression on the interviewer.
Write a thank-you letter that expresses more than your appreciation. Use it to get the job by showing how you can solve a problem for the company.
Figuring out why personal branding is an important part of your job-search strategy is as simple as understanding why you pick one product over another.
Interviewing successfully could be as easy as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. You may not be able to remember all the rules for interviewing, but keeping just 5 in mind could be the difference between getting the offer and getting the boot.
You need to be ready to talk money in the very early stages of the interview process. You can’t wait until an offer is on the table.
Jennie was proud of her success in producing high levels of revenue for her company but nervous about actually showing those numbers in her resume. After considering options, we found a way to use numbers to make her resume strong without revealing data she considered too sensitive.
Ken was confused about whether or not it was appropriate to wear a suit and tie to the second interview with the same company. He found out that dressing for success can mean blending with the environment and choosing a more casual approach when thinking about what to wear.
It's not easy being a mature worker looking for work. But, there are opportunities out there. Focus on your strengths and what you bring to the job that younger workers cannot.
