People say it all the time: it’s not what you know, it’s who you know! And to some extent, that’s true. It’s not the whole story, of course. You do still need to have some skills and knowledge to get into a new role. But even with expertise and mad accomplishments in your background,…
You’ve probably seen the advice floating around that you should have a 30-second commercial or elevator pitch ready do go, but what does that even mean? Basically, it’s just a self-introduction, focused on what you can bring to the employer or customer. Some people call this your personal brand (and some people feel a…
Do you get anxious before a job interview? You’re not alone! Even confident interviewees sometimes have apprehension in the process, and some interviewers seem to go out of their way to make our fears worse. So here are some tips and tricks for handling things gracefully. Get ready. This means to know…
Is there anything worse than a long, drawn-out job search? It’s disheartening and frustrating and tinged with anxiety. Here are some tips for staying motivated. First of all, I like to think of each application as a book. You can open one and apply, interview, network with people in the organization, etc., and when…