Focus on Interviews – The Salary Question
Focus on playing fair Interviewers will likely discuss compensation during your meeting. If you live or work in a state with a salary history ban, you do not need to…
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Category: Career counseling
Ways to Ask for that Raise
Self-worth drives career success and empowers you to achieve your professional goals. Never settle for a salary that fails to reflect your work ethic or career aspirations. Consider these four…
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Focus on Interviews: Explaining a Job Termination
Focus on what happened Reflect on why your previous employer fired you and gather honest feedback from former coworkers, friends, and family. Did you make too many mistakes? Did you…
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Focus on Networking
Historically, job searching meant submitting applications until a company hired you. Today, recruiters receive hundreds of applications for every job listing. This high volume makes standing out difficult unless your…
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Flexible Work Options Compared
Why do we use so many terms to describe different job types? Each title highlights a distinct aspect of the work environment, even when roles overlap. Which option best aligns…
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Focus on Interviews – Questions to Ask
To land your target job, ask thoughtful questions that showcase your confidence, commitment, and genuine interest in the company. When your interviewer invites questions, select a few of these high-impact…
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Your First Day on the Job
You landed the job! Now, prepare to navigate your first day with confidence. How can you set yourself up for ultimate success? First, relax and smile—you earned this position! Research…
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Can Your Credit History Affect Your Employment?
Yes. While many employers conduct standard background checks on job applicants, some also run credit checks. Finance, government, and other public service roles typically require an employment credit check. If…
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How To Write a Good Resume
It is important to have a well-written, informative but concise resume to be able to compete for the most wanted jobs. Refresh your resume often to keep it current and…
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