When job searching, it’s important to set goals for yourself and create a plan for success. However, just saying “my goal is to get a new job,” isn’t going to get you anywhere. You need a structure with details, so you can take action and accomplish what you want—in short, you need a SMART goal. This post explores what SMART goals are, why they are important, and how they can be effectively leveraged in your job search.
Read MoreLinkedIn is a major resource when you’re job searching. However, for you to take full advantage of LinkedIn in your job search, you need to treat it as more than just a virtual resume. In this post, I outline three simple strategies for leveraging underutilized areas of your profile to attract recruiters, engage your network, show your personality, and ultimately use linkedin to find a job.
Read MoreIf you’re in the market for a new role, you know job hunting takes a fair amount of effort. It’s always good news to hear that a hiring manager is interested in interviewing you. However, the hiring manager sends you a request—a job interview assignment to complete. You don’t even know if you’re a serious candidate yet and you’re being asked to do work for free. What is interview homework? Why do employers require job interview assignments? What can you do if you receive a work assignment during the interview process?
Read MoreWhen you’re getting ready for an interview, you want to be as prepared as possible. However, there are questions that are inappropriate for interviewers to ask, and others that are downright illegal. This post explores 10 illegal interview questions that employers cannot ask, and how to answer illegal interview questions in the moment.
Read MoreWhen you’re in the job market, job searching isn’t always the easiest process. Whether you’re just starting to look or are at the height of your search, follow these 10 job hunting tips on how to find the right job, optimize your application and appearance to employers, and nail every single aspect of your job search.
Read MoreMany of us worry about negotiating and how asking for more money will reflect on us and shape a hiring manager’s view of us. Let’s review those fears and put them to bed. Then, implement the strategies discussed in this post when negotiating your salary. Follow these tips to understand how to go about asking for more money.
Read MoreAs the leader of the team, you’re always looking to improve your effectiveness and find new ways to make your reports better at what they do. When you deal with people, emotions are always present. Understanding how to manage yours, and dial up your strengths through emotional intelligence can help you become a more personal, and therefore, better leader.
Read MoreYou’ve had it with your current job. Whether you feel frustrated, devalued, or stuck, you know that flat out quitting is a big step to take, and you want to make sure leaving is actually the right decision. However, everyone’s situation is different and there are no set rules for defining when it’s your time to move on.
Read MoreAs an employer, you want your employees to be positively engaged at work for the best possible outcomes. Part of establishing that positive engagement is by focusing on motivation because it enables you to create a culture of meaningful work. It’s important you show you’re invested in what’s important to your employees because when employees feel the work they’re doing matters and contributes to their values and sense of self, your organization will thrive.
Read MoreGetting a promotion is no stroke of luck. It’s not likely your manager will magically say, “well I’ve been thinking you deserve a title and pay bump,” and poof, give you a promotion. Promotions are the culmination of hard work, self-advocacy, the right timing, and strategic conversation. Let’s explore how to ask for a promotion, what to say, and tips for having a conversation with your boss about promotion potential.
Read MoreCongrats! You made it to the interview process…but you were told to prepare for a case interview. What is a case interview? How do you prep for a case interview? Need examples of case interview questions? We cover it all in this post!
Read MoreWeaknesses. Liabilities. The insecurities when it comes to our jobs. It’s important when we’re interviewing to not let our weaknesses--perceived or actual--cloud our mindset. In this article, I’ve offered ways you might think about reframing the conversation when it comes to topics such as age, being laid off, having been fired, not having enough education, or lacking an area of deep technical expertise.
Read MoreIntroducing yourself professionally—it should be a simple and straightforward thing to do. But so many of us struggle with how to do it right. So, whether you’re prepping for a networking event, workshop, conference, or interview, here are some tips on how to appropriately connect with others and communicate your value effectively and naturally in a way that makes people like and remember you.
Read MoreAs my clients know, I am a fierce--let's even call it aggressive--proponent of finding you a role where you are unapologetically paid your worth. Getting paid your worth is all about understanding your value and advocating fiercely to be compensated for that value. Follow the steps below to understand your market value. Follow the steps below to understand your market value and set a market-based target salary.
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