Been interviewed recently? Had a great info interview? Gotten an introduction to someone helpful? It’s time to write a thank-you! This can be one of those deceptively simple tasks. We’ve all written thank-yous before, right? But it’s somehow different when it’s for something professional—more intimidating, less clear, a bit more overwhelming. Here’s…
Sometimes, it can just take forever to find a new job. This is especially true when you don’t have something stable. How can you keep your spirits up (and your bills paid!) while you’re searching? First off, don’t compare this search to anything pre-Covid. Changes since the start of the pandemic are deep and…
If you’re looking for a new role because you’re not happy in your current one, scheduling interviews can get awkward! If your employer doesn’t know you’re looking for something new, how can you get time off for interviews? Mostly this depends on the format of the interview. For a first-round screening, you’ll probably only need about…
For many people, the start of the year is a time for changes and new beginnings. I was never good at making resolutions, and have joked in the past that my last one was to stop making resolutions—the only one I ever followed through on. But that said, I do think this is a…
The holidays can be a great time to rest, relax, and refresh for the new year, but if you’re between jobs, they can also be really stressful!
Looking for a job is a terrible job! It’s difficult, time-consuming, boring, and demoralizing, and the pay stinks. Unfortunately, it’s still something most of us need to go through at least a few times in our lives, so here are some tips for managing it. Give yourself a schedule. Whether you have a job…
Spot a Toxic Boss in the Interview Stage Toxic bosses are the worst! You can’t ever win with them, and they will make your work life so unpleasant that you may begin to doubt your capacity for work. But so often we don’t realize how bad these bosses are until we’re in a job. …
Is there anything more disheartening than rejection? You spent all that time crafting your resume and perfecting your interview answers and they’ve “gone in a different direction” with their hiring. Ugh! It’s even worse when it’s a job you really wanted. Is there a way to stay connected with them so they really do…
Happy fall! This is a season of change and, at least to me, a great time for energy and renewal. I get a definite boost of vigor and productivity when the weather starts to turn cool. I’m not sure if it’s the actual temperatures, the shorter days feeling more urgent, or my old training…
Losing your job for any reason is a terrible feeling. Even when it’s something that isn’t remotely your fault, like the business closing or making layoffs, it still feels terrible. If you find yourself in that position, the first thing to know is that this is not a mark against you. Most employers understand…