One of the more important times in your life is fast approaching and will be here before you know it. Transitioning into a career is something that can produce a lot of stress along with confusion and a sense of unknown. With all that comes along with a job, there are things you can do as a candidate to prepare and allow for the highest level of success before, during, and after an interview with an employer. The purpose of this blog is to help break bad habits, create positive habits, and effective ways to communicate with an employer. All that is left to do is to take time out of your day and learn just how you can implement effective interview strategies into your process!
5 Important Actions to Ensure a Successful Interview.
How to Brand the Most Authentic Version of Yourself in 2022
In today's digital age, the internet reigns king. You've always had a physical representation of yourself, but you now have a digital version of yourself to think about as well. Nowadays, what you click on has more merit than some of the physical things you do, and in 2022 the way employers view your "Digital Self" is more important than ever. It has always been essential that you take care of yourself in the physical world. Now you must do the same in the digital space as well.
The Way You Dress Can Make or Break a Deal.
3 Reasons why you Should Dress for Success
The ever-changing dress trends and standards might be difficult to keep up with. But don’t let that trendy crop top sitting in your closet or favorite hat set you back when getting dressed to make a lasting first impression in the workplace.
Topics: Selling Yourself, Personal Branding
How to Deal with Stress During the Job Search Process
I don't know about you, but if I had a dollar for every time I heard someone say, "I’m stressed," I would probably be a millionaire. And if I were a millionaire, I would not be searching for a job. Unfortunately for us, we are not benefiting financially from the stress of others, which is why we are job searching. Stress is a human reaction that happens to everyone. It's our body’s way of responding to a challenge or demand. College students and recent graduates are especially vulnerable to substantial amounts of stress because of the emergence of new experiences and situations, such as the job search process. While stress in short bursts can be useful, too much stress has many negative repercussions. Throughout the job search process, individuals may experience a great deal of stress, so it is important to make sure that this stress is managed. In this post, I will discuss what stress is and the effects it has on your body, explain the importance of stress management and provide eight suggestions on how to overcome stress you may face during the job search process.
Topics: Self Exploration, Career, Job Search, Professional Skills, Job Research, How To
How to leave a lasting impression on a potential employer
When interviewing for your dream job one step to being closer to landing it would be standing out against your competition. When ready to begin the job search there are some things that you should be aware about before going into an interview. Doing simple things to set yourself apart from others may be extremely helpful in the long run.
Key Things to Consider Before Accepting the Job Offer.
Searching for a job is super stressful. You may have applied everywhere and never got a response from half the companies. You may already have a company that wants you. Did you stop to consider that this might not be the place for you? The stress of finding a job is a lot, but the stress of being in the wrong job for you is enough to make you want to end your career immediately. No paycheck will be work your happiness and health. Let’s figure out how to make your career fit your lifestyle.
Topics: Job Exploration, Job Offer
5 Things You Need to Know About The Company Before Going Into An Interview
Going into your first job interview can be intimidating, however, with a little research, you can help lower your nerves and have the knowledge necessary for a successful interview.
Here’s Why Your Major Doesn’t Matter (That Much)
Many students are anxious about picking a major because they are unsure of what they want to do in life. They feel that whatever they choose, they must stick with it, and it will dictate their life path. Students think their decision determines their profession for life. So, at the start of college they are deciding between a career they’ll hate until retirement or picking the perfect career for them, but that is simply not true.
Topics: Networking, Self Exploration, Career, Professional Skills
You’ve Been Writing Professional Emails All Wrong!
Do you know how to compose a professional email? Many people go into their jobs not knowing how to compose an email professionally. These email skills are vital to one’s success in the business world.
How To: 5 Steps for Successful Interview Etiquette
Interviews are one of the most crucial steps in getting a job so why not
go over a few etiquette steps before the real deal. It’s important to know some key things of what to do and what not to do all while still showing your
personality.
Interviews can be nerve-wracking and scary, but with some tips and
tricks to guide you, you can learn to master the interview.
Interviews can make or break whether you get the job or not. Bad posture,
attitude or lack of preparation can turn a good interview bad in a matter of
seconds. These 5 pointers will help you to prepare and make the best of yours
and your potential employer’s time.