“’Know your numbers’ is a fundamental precept of business.” — Bill Gates
Creativity and innovation in the workplace means bringing forth new and unique ideas and putting them into practice. In this article, we’ll talk about how this is vital to the business world and to your own career.
Think about this - during your job search, have you noticed more and more job listings for freelance or contract positions?
Learning the art of negotiation can help you in all facets of your career. But do you have to be a born negotiator or can you learn these skills? In this article, we’ll discuss the art of negotiation in the workplace and how you can develop the skills you need to succeed.
Companies are increasingly recognizing the value of applicant tracking systems in helping them quickly find applicants with the right skills and qualifications. So, how exactly does ATS work? Here’s our in-depth guide to help you beat the bots.
Seeking a role with a federal government agency? Not sure how to maneuver the intricate application process? Dive into our comprehensive guide, complete with insightful examples, on crafting an effective federal resume.
Thank you notes aren’t a thing of the past — they can actually help you get the job you want, today. In this article, we’ll discuss why following up after an interview is important and how to write a follow-up letter to get you noticed!
“Back to Normal” is a phrase we’ve been hearing a lot over the past few months - and it means many things to many people. Normal, for many people, was safe. It was stable. And stability, or predictability, can keep people set in one mode for a long time.
Understanding your own values is only the first step in the process of making a values-based career transition. It doesn’t do you any good to have a values inventory in hand if you don’t put in the time to make sure your values will be honored by a potential employer.
Searching for a job can be tough, but you don't have to go it alone. Working with a recruiter could be helpful to find your next job, so we'll discuss the different kinds of recruiters and what they can do for you.
As you navigate the seemingly endless process of career transition, there are going to be natural highs and many lows. Finding the perfect job posting and dreaming of what it will be like is an immediate rush - but when you realize that the call isn’t coming, it’s a complete letdown.
After a layoff, many people look for a job similar to their last one. Maybe at a higher level or with a different company, but typically the same “type” of work. But others, take job loss as an opportunity to pivot to a new career entirely. This pivot may be made by choice - pursuing something you’ve always loved but never had time for - or it may be an adaptation you make out of necessity, like if you work in an industry that has been hit particularly hard by the pandemic.
