The job interview is one of the most important parts of applying for a job and the first impression that you make in this interaction is mostly what the employer will be basing their decision on. That is why it is very important that you present yourself professionally in your job interview so that you can really impress the employer. However, there are a few major mistakes that many people make in job interviews that can really damage their chances of getting hired. If you have ever not been called back after a job interview you might want to ask yourself if you have committed any of these … [Read more...]
Got a Horrible Job and a Worse Boss? What to Do With a Job You Hate
Perhaps you once loved the job and now your enthusiasm has waned, perhaps you are realizing that the position is different than you imagined, or maybe you never even liked it in the first place. Either way, this is what to do if your 9-5 is more pain than pleasure: See the Bright Side and Challenge Yourself Even though you don’t love your job, it can’t be all bad. To get yourself through the day, focus on the aspects that you do enjoy about the experience. Perhaps you are good friends with a couple of your co-workers, you get employee perks, or you just love the free donuts in the … [Read more...]