Tag: New Job
5 Considerations Before Taking that Job Across the Country
Taking a job across the country was one of the scariest things I’ve done in my adult life. While the prospects for greater upward mobility in my career, more money and a nice benefits package — including more vacation time and better insurance — definitely made the move worthwhile, leavingRead More
When Is It Time to Quit Your Job?
Leaving a job, particularly one that you thought was a great fit for you and your career, may be a difficult decision to make. Sometimes that decision is easy — we know early on that it’s a matter of time before we jump or get pushed to leave. But inRead More
4 Reasons to Do an Exit Interview (And When To Skip It)
So you’ve given notice that you’re quitting your job and moving to your dream job across the street. Well, at least you’re moving. Your manager has asked you to be part of an exit interview process. Your first reaction is, Why do I care? I’m not going to be here.Read More
Why Employee vs. Independent Contractor Classification Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]
Although some may overlook it, classifying someone as either an employee or a contract worker matters for both businesses owners and employees. Businesses can face issues with the IRS for improper employee classification, and employees may be getting the short end of the employment stick if they are improperly classifiedRead More
5 Ways to Write a Better Resume
As the job market and jobs themselves are evolving, it’s important to remember that resumes evolve along with them. While the resume has always played an important role, there are also new trends to which we must pay attention. If you want to write a resume that will help youRead More
4 Secrets to Success when Starting a New Job
After graduating from college with a fairly broad degree, I quickly realized that my skill set for starting a new job wasn’t as specialized as I had hoped it would be. I knew that I was more than capable of learning new tasks, I just needed someone to take aRead More
How to Approach a Job Search After a Lay-off
It’s usually really easy to spot: the nervous jitters as he talks about his most recent position, the disdain he is clearly trying to hide about his supervisor or colleagues, the glossing over of the actual job conclusion. By the time I ask, “so what prompted you to leave” orRead More
3 Simple Tips to Get Noticed by Recruiters
When searching for a job, the first step can sometimes seem the hardest – actually getting someone to read your CV. The fact is, recruiters often have to sift through hundreds of job applications for a single position, and as a result yours could be overlooked. This is why it’sRead More