Finally – you’ve landed a great job, you can’t wait to get started, and it feels as though the long search and effort in finding the job has come to an end. You can relax. However, quite the opposite is true: now the real work begins, and the first 90 days couldn’t be more critical in defining your […] Read Article “How to Approach Your First 90 Days at a New Job”
Creating the next great technology innovations is crucial to the advancement of our society and the American economy. Unfortunately, the American workforce is crippled by a lack of experts in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), which is what we call the STEM skills gap. Since this week is National Engineers Week, we’re doing a three-part blog series on STEM-related topics. In part one (this […] Read Article “Hot STEM Jobs in 2015”
Your resume is polished, you’ve written your email cover letter, and you’re about to hit send. Before you do, check these things off your list to make sure you stand out for the right reasons: 1. Email Address – Make sure it won’t provoke eye rolls. Sign up for Gmail. It’s free and widely accepted […] Read Article “6 Email Tips for Job Seekers: Don’t Overlook These Common Mistakes”
Right now, Brian Williams, NBC Nightly News Anchor is stepping away from the desk for the next several days following reports that he embellished a personal story during his 2003 Iraq invasion coverage. The public is now scrutinizing many of the stories this trusted news anchor reported and his credibility is being questioned. But it […] Read Article “How Embellishment Damages Your Career”
Many who walk into their first job or first step in a new career make common mistakes that can set back their career path and diminish their reputation in the workplace. Here are five subtle things that you can stop doing this year to be more successful at work.
Ending one year and staring another without job prospects can be draining and discouraging, but with data suggesting that 2015 will offer a stronger market for job seekers, those looking for a new job should approach the New Year with a fresh perspective, re-boot their search and stay open minded about prospects. Here are a […] Read Article “How to Maximize Your Job Search in 2015”
With the year coming to a close and what appears to be a consistently low unemployment rate, job seekers have reason to be a bit more optimistic about getting a good job in 2015. Certain industries are expected to outperform others, and specific jobs will be in much higher demand. Here are a few fields […] Read Article “Hot Jobs of 2015”
Are you looking to bring new ideas to your company in 2015? Do you want to increase your customer satisfaction and revenue by thinking out of the box? If so, considering attending an innovation conference in 2015. Many industries have moved from standard format conferences to ones focused on the latest ideas to help your […] Read Article “Top Innovation Conferences of 2015”
The New Year is almost upon us and many job seekers will soon be making resolutions and plans regarding their careers for the year to come. Whether you are currently unemployed and looking for work or seeking a new position, there is a myriad of resolutions you can make to launch your career or take […] Read Article “The Career Resolutions You Should Be Making This New Year”
As 2014 winds down, many individuals will begin to approach their careers with a fresh perspective. Goal-setting for the New Year is one way to set a game plan and create a manageable timeline for your “career resolutions.” Below are a few tips that will help you work towards your resolution – whether that’s a […] Read Article “Tips for Earning a Promotion or Raise in 2015”