Many employers prefer candidates with work experience, but they may sometimes have entry-level positions. You may also land a job with zero work experience if you have an impressive educational background or when someone vouches for you.
While getting a …
Going through a rough patch in your life can affect your productivity at work. Whether you are mourning the loss of a loved one, caring for a sick relative, having some mental health issues, or facing financial problems, it’s easy …
Those early in their careers, and even those who are many years into their careers, often don’t grasp just how arbitrary hiring decisions can be. Many candidates assume, incorrectly, that they’ll receive a job offer if they can convince the …
To legally work in the United States, you need to be a U.S. citizen or hold some kind of visa that allows you to work. Some of those without citizens are permanent residents, who are often referred to as green …
Job seekers, understandably, almost all hate the process of searching for a new job. The process can be dehumanizing, is almost always filled with far more rejections than acceptances, and job applications often seem to disappear into a black hole …
For as long as people have been searching for jobs, some of those people have understandably complained about employers refusing to hire them because they have no experience yet the only way to get experience is to get hired.
What …
Navigating the early stages of a new job offer can feel like walking a tightrope, balancing between excitement and the drive to secure the best possible terms for yourself. But negotiating your starting salary is more than just a financial …
One of the biggest mistakes that college and university students and recent graduates and others early in their careers make when trying to land an internship is to be too passive during the interview process. A good recruiter or hiring …
Lawrence “Yogi” Berra was one of the best catchers in baseball history, but today he’s known far better for his ability to mangle metaphors, probably unintentionally. Some of my favorites are:
It’s deja vu all over again.
You can observe …
Getting rejected for a role after you spent time crafting a cover letter and preparing for an interview is disappointing. It can affect your confidence and make you doubt your skills. You may even find it hard to apply for …
