"Relaxed"? "Authentic"? Is that how we approach interviewing in 2024? šš» Don't mistake these corporate buzzwords for an open invitation to dress like you're heading to brunch, talk like you're at a bar, and curse like you're on a reality show in the C-suite or Partner track interview. Here's why "business casual" doesn't translate to "business casual attitude" if you're aiming for a [...]
āIāve got an open-door policy. Come talk to me anytime.ā How many people have heard that from their boss or manager? But is that really how it rolls out? šŖ Building a strong relationship with your boss is crucial for career success. However, sometimes building communication bridges with your boss can feel like a challenge ā but it doesn't have to be. Hereās [...]
Imagine this: two equally qualified candidates walk into your office for the same job. One nails the interview, leaving you convinced they're perfect. The other, despite strong skills and experience, falls short. But why? Gut feel or something specific? The culprit might be hiding in plain sight ā unconscious bias. It's the monster under the interview table, influencing our decisions without us even [...]
š¾š„Happy New Year! Resolutions still intact? Ā Perhaps one of them is to finally give that resume some much-needed attention. Don't let an outdated document be the roadblock to your dream career! Let's transform it from a historical listing of positions into something that will stand out. Hereās a few ideas to get the ball rolling. š¢ First, build on the core of Ā "duties [...]
Itās that time of year when we all have merry holiday tunes ringing in our minds and ears. š¶šEach year brings many of the same old traditional songs, but pop singers cut popular covers & originals as well. š As youāre driving around or wandering the malls listening to these tunes, ever wonder which are the most popular? In the pop vs. traditional [...]
The job search process has come a LONG way over the last 25 years or so. Gone are the days of reading āHelp Wantedā postings in the Sunday newspaper and faxing or mailing paper resumes in response. Sure ā those were the stone ages (circa 1900ās) ā but what have been the biggest changes in conducting a job search over the last decade [...]
The team is desperate to fill that role but what happens if you make a bad hire? Someone who doesnāt fit in, is incompetent or who leaves within a year or so. Making a bad hiring decision can be a costly mistake for businesses of all sizes. In fact, the average cost of a bad hire is around $17,000, according to a recent [...]
šµš»Tell me about yourself. Itās one of everyoneās favorite interview questions and one I role play frequently with candidates. š Mastering the "Tell me about yourself" question is essential for making an engaging first impression. In a recent article in The Muse, Ā Stav Ziv provides interesting ideas and examples to help you shine during this critical moment. Here are four key takeaways to [...]
Your confidential search for the next step in your career is moving right along. š¤« Interviews are going well, and youāre headed into the final steps. Then the recruiter asks for references. Gulp. How am I going to do that ā this is supposed to be confidential? Statistics vary but different studies show up to 80% of employers check references before making a [...]
Here we go. Ready for a new workplace term? Iāve got you covered. The new term making the rounds is ācoffee badgingā. āThis is a new trend where employees go into the office (badge in) for a brief period of time, usually to grab a coffee, show their faces around, socialize with coworkers and then leave. This trend is becoming increasingly popular as [...]