Writing a cover letter isn’t an easy task for many job seekers. There’s a lot of pressure because, sometimes, the cover letter is the only piece the recruiter will read. Therefore, your cover letter must be a piece of writing that describes your achievements, and how you will help the company succeed. Additionally, you want your cover letter […]
When it comes to job interviews, first impressions are everything. You probably know to avoid certain faux pas–like being late, or saying something mean to the receptionist. But you also need to stay away from giving clichéd answers that will discourage your interviewer from advancing you to the next stage. As a hiring manager (and […]
It is the hottest job market in decades, but that doesn’t mean playing it to your advantage is easy or obvious. After more than eight years of U.S. job growth—the longest streak on record—employers across a swath of industries from health care to manufacturing have more positions than they can fill. The demand is a big […]
Between artificial intelligence, big data, machine learning, the Internet of Things, and more, many of today’s most cutting-edge technological advances are iterating at a dizzying pace. Add to that fears of automation and an upcoming recession, and employees are facing serious pressure to stay relevant in an ever-changing work environment. But what exactly is on the […]
“We’re seeing a spike in demand for highly-skilled workers in 2019,” said Glassdoor Economic Research Analyst Amanda Stansell. From security engineers to brand managers and recruiters, the impact of tech in all industries and jobs is undeniable. Stansell adds, “There’s no question that emerging technologies designed to grow and scale business, such as artificial intelligence, machine […]
When you’re out of work, no matter how you became unemployed, it’s tempting to dwell on what happened. That can be a dangerous road to go down, as focusing on the past can prevent you from achieving your future. Yes, you may get asked about why you’re unemployed during a job interview, and it may be […]
Resumes are essential to the job search, but let’s be honest: creating one is not exactly anyone’s idea of a good time. With so many conflicting pieces of advice, you might feel like you don’t know where to start or what to do. But don’t worry — this time, we’ve done the heavy lifting. We […]
There’s an easy way you can improve your career and reach your job goals each day—in the time it takes you to commute to work. It’s listening to podcasts! Whether you want to snag a promotion, switch careers, or take a side hustle full time, there’s a podcast out there to help. Here is a list of […]
The interview is the “sweaty palms” part of the job-hunting process that no one enjoys (even a well-prepared candidate can be tripped up by a clever, unexpected question from a hiring manager). Most people see it as an ordeal to survive. It’s unfortunate that more people fail to see the job interview for what it […]
Between artificial intelligence, big data, machine learning, the Internet of Things and more, many of today’s most cutting-edge technological advances are iterating at a dizzying pace. Add to that fears of automation and an upcoming recession, and employees are facing serious pressure to stay relevant in an ever-changing work environment. But what exactly is on the […]