Did you spend last night waiting for the Career Great Pumpkin or did you go job trick-or-treating and just get rocks? It can be tempting to wait around for a career miracle or to rely on others to gift you with what you want, but either way, you’re unlikely to get what you really want.…
Were you aware of LinkedIn’s interview practice tool? It lets you practice interviewing, get feedback, and polish your answers, and it’s free! Here’s how to find it. From your LinkedIn home page, select the “jobs” tab at the top of the page: Then click on the “interview prep” tab on the…
Are you uncomfortable talking about your successes? A lot of people are, probably because most of us have been taught not to brag. The other reasonfor the discomfort that I hear often is that we frequently do things as part of a team rather than through solo efforts. I certainly won’t tell you either…
Since we talked about at-will employment last week, this week we will discuss the convention of giving 2 weeks’ notice when you leave a job. And let’s be clear, it’s a convention. I often call it a courtesy. Remember, in most places in the US, you can be let go without warning or…
One of my least favorite terms is “at-will employment,” but what does it even mean? The term implies that puts the power in the hands of employees, but it actually means an employer can fire you, without warning, for any reason that isn’t illegal—which, honestly, is a distinction without a difference, because you’re unlikely to…
Have you heard that everyone lies on their resumes? Well, I don’t recommend it. This is definitely one of those “If everyone jumped off a cliff…” pieces of advice. In other words, even if everyone is doing it, it’s not a good idea! Why? Because chances are very good you will get…
If you’re feeling really nervous about something, you’ve probably been told to be confident. But how are you supposed to do that? These 5 steps, when practiced regularly, will help you move your confidence needle so you will do better in interviews and feel more comfortable with challenges. Adopt a growth mindset. A growth mindset…
Are you feeling stagnant in your job or just looking for a change? The process can feel overwhelming but it’s absolutely within your reach! Here are some steps to help you get started. Figure out what you really want. Where are you feeling discontented or stuck? What does a satisfying situation look like? What…
I don’t know about you, but I try to spend a couple days each week doing strength training as part of my fitness routine. Working with weights helps strengthen bones, maintains a greater range of motion, and helps protect against heart disease and injury. So how can we do the same thing for our…
For career changers, telling the story of the new path can be intimidating and fraught. Here are some tips on telling interviewers about your change. Start by being clear about it yourself. Focus on what’s appealing to you about the new field instead of what drove you from the old one. It’s easy…