It’s 2025, and like many other Americans, you made your New Year’s resolution as the ball dropped on New Year’s Eve. You decided that this year will be the year you find a new job. But how do you accomplish this goal? According to The Ohio State University’s Fisher College of Business, 91% of New… Read More »
Posts Categorized: Career Advice
5 Signs You Should Not Accept a Job Offer
You’ve interviewed for a position and, on the surface, the job is a perfect match. But you have noticed a few red flags during the interview that cause you to hesitate about accepting a job offer. Are these issues important or not? Let’s look at five warning signs that indicate it may be better to… Read More »
Don’t Let Ghost Jobs Haunt You This Halloween
Applying for jobs can be nerve-wracking. Especially if you keep putting in applications and hearing nothing back, even if you’re fully qualified for the job. If this is a recurring event in your job search, you might just be haunted… by ghost jobs. Ghost jobs are job listings companies post but don’t intend on… Read More »
It’s Time: How and When to Leave Your Job
Whether you’ve found a new job or are simply resigning, leaving your job is always a difficult decision. When you do decide to quit, there are right and wrong ways to give your notice. It’s important to part your way with grace and professional courtesy. You should leave your boss wishing they could have you… Read More »
10 Interview Thank You Note Tips that May Land You the Job
You did it! You nailed your latest job interview and you are confident that the recruiter will be extending a job offer. You leave the company on an emotional high with a smile on your face. You think to yourself, “I have this job in the bag.” It is a great feeling to know that… Read More »
How To Dress for Success in the Summer Months
Summer is here, which means higher temperatures and higher humidity. Most offices have some form of climate control, but that doesn’t mean your fall peacoats and heavy blazers won’t be too warm for work. Most summer fashion is made without the workplace in mind, making it hard to build a wardrobe of weather-appropriate business attire… Read More »
First Day at a New Job? Here’s How to Make a Great Impression
You’ve spent many hours spent perfecting your resume and cover letter, submitting job applications, and surviving strenuous interview sessions. Congratulations! You’ve finally landed the job you wanted. You’re eager to start the new job and meet your new coworkers. However, being the new kid on the block can be a little nerve-racking. Here are a… Read More »
5 Reasons Why Positive People Get Promoted
Is the glass half empty or half full? It is no secret that positive people are much easier to get along with at work, but it also means that they go a lot further in their careers. Here are a few reasons why positive people are the first to be promoted. Reason #1: They… Read More »
5 Signs It’s Time to Leave Your Job
Typically, making the decision to leave your current job to take on a new opportunity is a difficult one; and, it is one that shouldn’t be made impulsively. However, if you are reading this post, chances are you are contemplating such a move. To help you determine if making a change is the right choice,… Read More »
What to do When There’s Nothing to Do at Work
Lulls in work happen from time to time, but it’s hard to keep momentum when they do. It’s very tempting to start lollygagging and stop doing your work, especially if you’re experiencing technical difficulties or other roadblocks. However, this can make you not want to go back to work and can come across to some… Read More »
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