Are you feeling anxious about your job search? You’re not alone. The competition for jobs is fierce and the search can be grueling. In this article, we’ll cover the warning signs that you may be experiencing job search anxiety and the ways to reduce it. What is job search anxiety? Job Search Anxiety Warning Signs How to Deal with Job Search Anxiety Job Search Anxiety Warning Signs It’s important to know the difference between the frustration and nerves that happen during any job search and the anxiety that can impact your mental health. Here are some warning signs that you […]

A personal website is your chance to showcase your personality and credentials in an engaging format. But without strong personal website examples to guide you, you may not know how to get started or what will work best for your personal branding. In this post, we’ll cover the best examples of personal websites we’ve seen — including resume websites, portfolios, blogs, and demo websites. Why create a personal website? Here’s the thing about resumes and cover letters: No matter how unique you try to make your own, for the most part, they tend to read dry. And there’s a good […]

Did you know that it only takes a tenth of a second to make a first impression? So when you meet someone for the first time, you need to be on your game from the very beginning — but do you know exactly how to make a good first impression? Whether you’re meeting new connections, team members, potential employers, or customers, here is alist of tips to help you put your best foot forward and make a great first impression. Arrive early. Be empathetic. Actively listen. Be mindful of your body language and posture. Modulate your pitch and tone of […]

Having a good conversation with a candidate helps you understand who they are, their skill set, and what they’d bring to your team. So, being a good interviewer goes hand-in-hand with hiring successful talent that can contribute to meeting your business goals. Read on to learn everything you need to know about becoming an effective interviewer. Why is it important to be a good interviewer? Being a good interviewer is essential because it helps you hire the right people for the job. Therefore, the skill is key for any employer that wants to hire the right candidates who are motivated, […]

Ever had a job where you clocked in, kept your head down for 8 hours, and clocked out? No staying extra hours to finish out a project or volunteering for tasks beyond your assignment workload. This is what Millennials and Gen Z are calling quiet quitting. Learn why it’s trending on social media and how companies should address it. What’s quiet quitting? Quiet quitting is a term that took off on TikTok in a video by content creator Zaiad Khan. @zaidleppelin On quiet quitting #workreform ♬ original sound – ruby In the video, which currently has 3.5 million views, the […]

The first time I was prompted with “Tell me about yourself” in an interview, I reeled off a canned spiel about how I love helping people – I was positive it would impress my interviewer. But after my cliched answer triggered a disappointed look on her face, I panicked. I ended up rambling about how “fun” I was, citing my time as the lead singer and guitarist for a Blink-182 cover band in the sixth grade as compelling evidence. Needless to say, I didn’t get the job. As the old saying goes, you never get a second chance at first […]

When I graduated college, I didn’t have much prior work experience. However, I had something I believed made up for it — hard and soft skills for a resume. But what are hard or soft skills and how do they impact your professional future? What are Hard Skills and Soft Skills? Don’t let these antonyms fool you — both hard skills and soft skills play a vital role in crafting an optimal job skills section. But although best practice calls for a balance of hard and soft skills in the skills section of your resume, There are differences between soft […]

Studies have shown recruiters typically scan a resume for only about six seconds before making a decision on whether an applicant is fit for a role. With only six seconds to demonstrate your qualifications for a position, every detail counts – including the font you use. The question is, what are the best resume fonts to pass the six-second scan? We asked HubSpot recruiters to reveal the seven best fonts for your resume as well as what they consider in terms of design in general, so your resume can stand out in the pile. Best Fonts for Resumes Does your […]

You made it (almost)! After networking and sending countless resumes, you’ve finally landed a job interview. Of course, you want to be prepared, so you did what most candidates are recommended to do — you looked up “most common interview questions.” The key to a successful interview is preparation, so it’s important to look up interview questions so that you can go to the interview with your answers already in mind. This will boost your confidence and increase your chances of a second interview, as well as help you get the job. To help you along, I’ve put together a […]

If you’re leaving your job, you’re not alone. The workforce has revolutionized into “The Great Resignation.” Some experts have renamed the recent spikes in employee resignations as “The Great Reimagination” or “The Great Realization.” People are reevaluating how they work, where they work, and why they work. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in April 2021 alone, around 4 million people quit their jobs. That number is the highest recorded since the bureau started recording such rates. Even though millions quit their jobs every month, we understand that telling your boss that you’re leaving the company is never an […]