Job-seekers spend a lot of time crafting their resumes, but may underestimate the importance of a good cover letter. Unlike resumes, which have crucial – but dry – information, a cover letter is the way to let the people reading see a peek of the ‘real’ you. An...
More important than the number of LinkedIn connections you have is how deeply you’re connected to each. This is why having a bigger following doesn’t necessarily equate to making more sales. Although a large audience is great to have, your bigger goal is to cultivate...
There was a time when American workers were given automatic annual raises, but in our post-recession economy, that’s far less common. According to a 2015 survey by Payscale.com, while half of employers expect workers to negotiate their own salary increases, most of us...
Part of creating a positive company culture involves hiring the right employees. Taking the time to think through what you’re looking for in a candidate helps you determine what to seek during the interview process. Including evidence of your company’s mission,...
Career fairs offer a lot to job seekers – recruiters, workshops, information sessions, networking events. Because of their large scale and social nature, navigating them can be challenging. So how do prepare for a job fair so you can take advantage of a unique...
