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Is Job Hopping Hurting or Helping Your IT Career
Is Job Hopping Hurting or Helping Your IT Career? In the past, job hopping (the practice of changing jobs frequently) was often seen as a negative thing, as it was seen as a sign of instability and a lack of loyalty. However, in recent years, job hopping in IT has become more...
Ghosting in the Interview Process
Ghosting in the Interview Process: A Haunting Reality for Both Sides The world of recruitment is facing a chilling phenomenon: GHOSTING. Just like in dating, candidates and hiring managers alike are disappearing without a trace during the interview process, leaving the other...
10 Tips for Setting and Achieving Career Goals
New Year, New Career Heights: Setting and Achieving Your Career Goals! SUCCESS IS A JOURNEY, NOT A DESTINATION Happy New Year! As we usher in 2024, it's not just a change in the calendar; it's an opportunity for a fresh start and new possibilities in our professional lives. As your trusted...
The Post-Interview Thank You Email
Secret Weapon That Many Job Seekers Overlook: The Post-Interview Thank You Email You might be wondering, "Do I really need to send a thank you email after an interview?" The answer is a resounding "Yes!" It’s a small gesture that makes a big impact. Sending a thank you email...
5 Tips To Recession Proof Your Career
Nothing in life is guaranteed, but if you put in a little time and effort, you might be able to position yourself ahead of your peers when it comes to coping with the next wave of volatility. Five tips to recession-proof your career.
Four basic reasons people change jobs
Is a job change really right for you? There are four basic reasons a person changes jobs: 1. SituationSituation has nothing to do with the job itself. Some people change jobs because they’re being laid off or have a spouse who’s being transferred to another city. Maybe a loss of key...
How to “Wow” Before, During and After the Interview
How to “Wow” Before, During and After the Interview Interviews are your opportunity to show why you are a great candidate, how you will fit in with the culture and how you can be successful in the role. It’s also your time to learn enough about the company and position to decide if this is...
15 Questions to Ask During an Interview
15 Questions to Ask During an Interview Interviews aren’t just for an employer to ask questions about why the candidate would be a good fit! Candidates should take this opportunity to ask the company questions to make their own decision about if the company/team/culture would be a good fit for...
Should You Accept a Counteroffer?
Should You Accept a Counteroffer? Ask yourself one question: does the counteroffer address the reason(s) you were looking for a new job? If the answer is no, and the new opportunity will provide what you are seeking, then you should move forward. Reasons for counteroffers: Counteroffers can...
Start The Year on A Path to Professional Success
Focus on What You Can Do Right in 2022 to Achieve Your Professional Goals "The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new." Socrates New year = new you, right? Instead of focusing on what went wrong in 2021, let’s focus on what you can do...
Don’t Neglect Your Professional Goals for 2022
Don’t Neglect Your Professional Goals You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take – Wayne Gretzky New Year’s resolutions aren’t just for personal goals! Your team, department, career or professional development can also benefit from setting a few goals. If you are like me, this time of year I find...
Know Your Value in Today’s Marketplace
You are the CEO of You Inc. It's up to you to know what’s needed in today's market. Want a promotion? Want a raise? Want to land your dream job? Make yourself more valuable by optimizing yourself and your skills so that you can experience new career success levels. A recent Forbes...
Elevate Your Job Search: Techniques To Stand Out In A Noisy Marketplace
Job search has changed, interviews have changed, resumes have changed - in the last year, everything we once knew has flipped on its head. You already have the tools to manage a successful career transition, so now let’s talk about how to create a competitive advantage in your job...
Boost Your Personal Brand
Boost Your Personal Brand While professionals can showcase their technical skills on sites like GitHub or Stack Overflow, going a step further to maintain a comprehensive personal brand can strengthen their reputation and increase their network. Personal branding is a combination of...
How to Ace Your Video Interview
How to Ace Your Video Interview Videoconference software is becoming more popular for business meetings and interviews. Even though you, the candidate, are in a comfortable environment at home, you should treat it the same as if you were having an in-person interview, being prepared and confident...