Managing Your Career

Tips for keeping track of your job applications

Looking for a new job takes time, patience, and perseverance. Vicki Salemi reports in her Monster article titled “How long does it really take to get a job?” that on average, it takes applicants five

Checklist for the first-time remote worker

According to Flexjobs, in 2018, 3.9 million U.S. employees worked from home at least 50 percent of the time. Moreover, an estimated 38 percent of the full-time workforce will be working remotely by 20

Missed out on a promotion? Here's what to do!

Are your coworkers being promoted while you’re stuck in the same position? Or have you been in the same position for more than three years without your supervisor ever bringing up the subject of advan

Six common interview questions - and how to answer them

The days leading up to an important job interview can be exciting — but also a bit nerve wracking. The hiring manager has already seen your résumé and is aware of your qualifications and experience, s

Why you should always be early for work

Do you always run late in the mornings? Do you find it challenging to get to your desk without being the last one in the office? Being late can hurt your career If you’ve answered “Yes!” to either of

Enhance Your Chances of Getting an Interview

In general, a job opening attracts between 200 and 300 applications. At most, six of these candidates will be selected for an interview, and eventually, only one person will be hired. Clearly, when y

How setbacks can make you a winner

Have you ever felt like things just weren’t going your way? That even though you did your best during an interview or worked hard on a project, you didn’t get the desired results? If you’ve answered “

What do you want to achieve during your internship?

Starting an internship is an exciting opportunity — finally, you’ve made it through school and are about to set the first steps in the professional world! That said, your internship is an important ti

How to know if you'll get along with a new boss

Starting a new job can be intimidating — but if you don’t get along with your new boss, it can be downright unpleasant. That’s why it’s advisable to assess the hiring manager during the application pr

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