Are You Struggling With an Understaffed Business?

With the COVID-19 pandemic on the decline and life returning to normal, many businesses are still struggling. Thanks to the extra unemployment benefits from the federal government, many potential workers are earning more by continuing to stay at home. It’s why there are so many “Help Wanted” signs in windows across Orlando and throughout the… Read More »

Interview Question Prep: “Why Should We Hire You?”

Are you the right person for the job? With every interview question they ask, hiring managers are trying to find this out. It’s why they’ll often come out and ask you specifically why they should hire you. Not only do they want to assess how quickly you think on your feet, but why you see… Read More »

Setting Career Goals Can Make You More Successful

Are you looking to get ahead in your career? Whether it’s with a promotion, degree, or different job, stop wishing and instead start setting career goals. Having specific, measurable, and realistic goals in place is your ticket to success. However, if you’re not sure how to go about the process, where do you begin? Here… Read More »

How Do You Answer: “Why Was There a Gap in Your Employment?”

With all the the chaos and uncertainty of the past year, there’s a rising number of job seekers with employment gaps. If you’re one of them, how do you discuss the situation during an interview without sabotaging your chance of landing the job? Here are some tips to follow: Expect to talk about it. Don’t… Read More »

Are the Holidays a Good Time to Apply for a Job?

It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year. However, if you’re looking for a job in Miami, Orlando, or another nearby area, it can be especially stressful. Should you call it quits and wait until the holidays are over? Or move ahead with your hunt for a new opportunity? Here’s what you… Read More »

How Do You Answer: “Tell Me About a Time You Failed”

Many interview questions are tricky. However, some are more perplexing than others. The “Tell me about a time you failed” one tends to fall into this category. It’s difficult to answer for several reasons. First, you want to be honest and authentic. At the same time, you don’t want to sabotage your candidacy by saying… Read More »

How Do You Answer: What Is Your Desired Pay?

There is a range of frequently asked questions you’ll face during job interviews. One of the most common involves what you expect to get paid. While typical, it can be tough to answer for several reasons. First, most people get uncomfortable talking about money. Even when asked about it in an appropriate situation – a… Read More »

Can I Apply to Multiple Jobs at Once?

The good news is you just found several job opportunities that sound like a terrific fit for you. The bad news? They’re all with the same company. Is it wrong to apply to several, or should you just select one? Here are some tips to keep in mind to manage this tricky situation. Tip #1:… Read More »

Talking to Your Boss About Overtime

Working overtime can be a challenge for many people today. However, if you’re one of the few who wants more hours, how can you ask your boss? Below are some tips to keep in mind: Set up a private meeting. This isn’t the kind of conversation you want to have over the water cooler. Instead,… Read More »

How Do You Answer: What Qualities Do You Look for in a Boss?

Asking about your ideal manager is a common question in most interviews. There are many reasons, one of which is to ensure you don’t have a problem taking guidance and advice from authority. Likewise, hiring managers want to ensure you’ll work well within the framework of the company’s specific management team. However, answering this question… Read More »