Think about this scenario: You have an entry-level position open at your company. As is typical with entry-level positions, most of your applicants are students who will graduate soon or individuals with a similar lack of experience in the workforce. How do you assess young applicants and identify who will be a great fit for […]
If you’ve created a new Careerlink profile—or even if you’ve had one for a while—and you’re actively on the lookout for a career with a new employer, it’s important to keep your resume up-to-date so you’re ready when an opportunity comes up. Keeping your resume updated helps you keep yourself visible to possible employers by […]
Wake up earlier. Check. Exercise more. Check. Spend more time with family and friends. Check. Find a more fulfilling career. Check? The new year is in full swing. Is a new job on your list of goals to achieve in 2019? If joining a new company or navigating a new industry are in your sights, […]
The eggnog cartons are empty, trees are set out on the curb, and dreidels are packed away. It’s official — the holidays have come to an end. As many of us get back to work, it can be difficult to get back into the swing of things — but it doesn’t have to be. In […]
In today’s world, just about everything you do is now online and searchable by anyone. If you were to do a search of yourself on the internet, what would you find? Are there things out there that might embarrass you or cause an employer to pass on you? On the other hand, if you don’t […]
Your email address says a lot about you––especially to potential employers. If you haven’t already, now is the time to create a professional email to match your professional image. Here’s where you might be going wrong: .edu addresses Are you still using your email address from high school or college? Email addresses from educational institutions […]
During an interview, your job is to convince the hiring manager that your skills, knowledge, and experience provide you with the ability to make a positive contribution to the organization. This is also your chance to show you’re a motivated worker, and that you not only match the job description, but also fit the company’s […]
With the constant changes in education and technology, more graduates appear “competent” compared to past batches. The assumption is that these graduates will not be part of the 3.7 percent of the population who are unemployed. This is even more important for those in the tech industry where a person’s technical skills can make or break their chances […]
