Due to the circumstances we find ourselves in, shaking hands could be a thing of the past primarily due to the actual health risks that follow it. According to a CNN News report on April 8th, Dr. Anthony Fauci stated that: “We don’t need to shake hands. We’ve got to break that custom because, as a matter
Right out of college, I took a job where everything—my interviews and offer—had been done virtually. Of all my interviews, this one gave me the clearest vision. I asked so many questions and was able to envision the opportunity in such detail. The calls between my future manager and myself continued over weeks. I relied
It’s been a wild few months, and if you’ve been on the job hunt, it has definitely been interesting! If—by a happy turn of events—you’ve managed to get hired and are about to start a new job soon, there is a good chance you’ll start out working remotely. So, how do you dive in and
You have painstakingly crafted your resume to show all of your wonderful and marketable qualities in the most comprehensive way possible. You’ve checked for errors and completeness. You’re done! Right? Unfortunately, no. If you want to really help yourself stand apart from the pack for each and every position you apply for, resume preparation cannot
It’s perfectly normal to want to change career paths later in life. Not all plans can be followed through to the end — especially when one has a strong desire to change their career trajectory. In fact, a survey on career changes notes that 49% of people make a dramatic career shift eventually in their lives, making
Ever felt dread in the pit of your stomach on Sunday night at the very thought of going to work the next day? Perhaps you’ve walked into work on Monday already ready for Friday. These could be indicators that it is time to take the next step in your career. An entirely new job or
“And if you can’t be with the one you love honey, love the one you’re with.” Stephen Stills wrote these lyrics for his self-titled album in 1970. What does this have to do with your job search? Everything! Finding a new position can be a full-time job itself, but if you already have a full-time
There is a frequent and nagging sentiment that seems as inherent in us as our desire to eat, breathe and love, and that is the desire to relegate our energy to that which will only benefit us in the long-term. Echoing throughout high schools decades past and still to this day, almost as frequently as
Before the world changed in March 2020, Hustle Culture, a societal trend that promotes intense and continuous hard work aka “the grind” seemed like the only way to achieve success as a young professional. People prided themselves on balancing jobs, internships, classes, entrepreneurial feats, and other activities geared towards career advancement, while sacrificing personal successes.
Hospitality company growth and employee motivation go hand-in-hand. Why? Because the hospitality business involves customer service, and relies upon customer satisfaction and repeat business. The job performance of motivated employees is generally superior. They also have a more positive attitude and exhibit a higher level of company loyalty. And that comes across in how they
A “Professional Summary” on your resume is generally a collection of 4 or 5 one line statements, often found in a bulleted list. 65
Do you remember when you were young, and your mom grabbed your hand to help you cross a street or properly navigate you through a crowd? The same concept applies to job-search strategies. It’s been proven that an individual can perform better when paired together with someone that is positive, informative, challenging, and focused. That’s why networking has
The unemployment rate is gradually rising showing the first sign that the economy is clearing its volatility hurdle. This sudden rise can also be contributed to the numerous layoffs in the last six to eight months. Companies who laid off thousands at the start of 2001 are scheduling another round for later this year. 75
Have you wondered what the “alphabet soup” is next to the names of top career specialists? As the career industry grows, resume writers, career coaches, interview specialists, consultants, and others participating in the career industry are acquiring new credentials. It can be a maze for jobseekers to understand the many acronyms and associations out there.
If you’ve been invited to interview, congratulations; you’re halfway there. With the right preparation and a positive approach, you’ll have every chance of landing that job. Follow our top ten tips for interview success: 69
With everybody competing for jobs, it could be very tiring which is why some people may settle for the first company that says yes. The problem with this is that although you will be employed, it may not be the right job for you and you may be stuck there for a few years. Part of
Public relations careers are among the most sought after and attractive jobs within the corporate and business industry. Media channels is definitely the single most effective business tool readily available. PR job opportunities consistently rank as leading professions in country wide media surveys, federal government demographics statistics, marketplace associations and business analyst reports. 63
A career is basically a profession one wishes to major or focus in. It is determined through many aspects of an individual like the personal interests, talents and even the background. A plan is an outlay of the vision or mission one wishes to achieve. 73
It is almost mid year; you are reminded how hard you have worked from january. You wrote tons of emails, enough to publish a novel. You spent a minimum of seven hours a day on your computer. And, if you were working full-time, and have to commute from the mainland to Lagos Island you probably spent 30 hours
Whether you’re a Web designer, investment analyst, or civil engineer, you can’t stand professionally still. It’s not enough to be good now; you have to stay good. That means keeping up to date with new trends and developments in your field of expertise, and your industry. 52
