The past two years have been filled with stress and uncertainty. This doesn’t only affect your life at home, but can also impact you on the job. With varying levels of stress during normal times, now’s a period when you might be feeling even more vulnerable. Some signs of burnout, depression, or anxiety can include:… Read More »
Career Tips
Interview Question Prep: “Tell Me About Yourself”
Whatever field you’re interviewing for or your level of experience, you will probably be asked to talk about yourself during the hiring process. This can be an uncomfortable experience for many people because they don’t know what areas to focus on. Yet, it should be easy to answer. After all, you know yourself far better… Read More »
Landing a Job with No Previous Experience
Getting a job with experience can seem daunting. If you don’t have any experience, though, where do you even begin? Keep in mind, everyone has been in the same situation at some point, starting off their careers with little or no experience at all. So, you’re certainly not alone. Another piece of good news? If… Read More »
Do You Have a Good Work Life Balance?
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just plain drained? After two years of a worldwide pandemic, you’re certainly not alone. In fact, the majority – 60% – of employees in the U.S. report struggling with their work-life balance. Yet, it’s key to living a quality life and staying healthy and happy. So how can you tell if… Read More »
Interview Question Prep: “What Do You Want in a Company Culture?”
Getting ready for a job interview? There are some common questions you’ll be asked, including those related to your skills, abilities, and achievements. But it’s also important to be prepared to talk about culture. A company’s culture, in essence, is like its personality. When an employer is hiring, they want to ensure the candidate they… Read More »
Looking for a Temp Job? Here’s What to Know
It’s the time of year when many employers are hiring on a seasonal basis. If you’re looking for one of these temporary jobs for the first time, what should you expect from the process? In many ways, it’s similar to searching for a full-time position, with a few key differences. To help you succeed, here… Read More »
How to Shut Your Work Brain Off After the Day
When you’ve finished your workday, you want to unwind and spend time with your family or friends. However, this can be difficult if you have a hard time shutting your brain off from a demanding day. You don’t want to think about work, yet a difficult project, unhappy customer, or stressful deadline keeps circling around… Read More »
Interview Question Prep: “What Motivates You?”
During any interview, there’s undoubtedly going to be some questions that could make you stumble – if you don’t prepare properly. One of those is the ever-dreaded “What motivates you?” question. Saying “money” will likely turn off the hiring manager. How can you answer this question in a way that’s authentic and impresses? Here are… Read More »
Didn’t Get the Job? Follow These Next Steps
There’s nothing more discouraging than finding out you didn’t get a job you really wanted. While it’s ok to take a minute and process the rejection, don’t wallow in it. Instead, learn from it, so you can fix any mistakes you made and impress the next hiring manager you interview with. Here are some ways… Read More »
Feeling Anxious at Work? Try these Grounding Techniques.
Anxiety is on the rise everywhere, especially in the workplace. If you’re feeling anxious, it can be difficult to focus and stay engaged, as well as complete your work. The good news is that there is plenty of help available for workplace stress and anxiety. In fact, one of the best ways to cope with… Read More »