Posts Tagged ‘Find a Job’
Some of the best roles are posted on ‘hidden’ job boards—how to find them
by Guest Author, Morgan Smith The secret to landing your dream role isn’t submitting hundreds of applications on companies’ websites — in fact, many great jobs aren’t posted online at all. More and more people are finding and landing new opportunities through the “hidden job market”: vacancies that aren’t publicly listed or advertised with recruiters but…
Read MoreLooking For a Job? Some LinkedIn Connections Matter More Than Others
by Guest Author, Michael Blanding Debating whether to connect on LinkedIn with that more senior executive you met at that conference? You should, says new research about professional networks by Iavor Bojinov and colleagues. That person just might help you land your next job. When it comes to seeking a new job, making connections on LinkedIn can…
Read MoreThe Golden Age of Unretirement
by Guest Author, Kerry Hannon Football legend Tom Brady announced his retirement in February 2022, then announced his return to the sport in March. (Update: In January 2023, he announced that he is again retiring—for good.) Brady is far from the only retiree who returned to the workforce after retiring. As of early 2022, nearly one…
Read MoreTips for Finding a Job on LinkedIn
by Guest Author, Brian Adam Searching for a new job opportunity or changing jobs are usually two of the most repeated purposes…and to achieve them there is a fundamental tool: the professional social network par excellence, LinkedIn, which was acquired by Microsoft in 2016. However, using LinkedIn properly is not easy, especially if you want…
Read More8 Ways to Find a Job Without the Internet
by Guest Author, Dori Zinn Believe it or not, there was a time when there was no Internet. Using the job-hunting techniques people used back then will still work today. The national unemployment rate is still north of 7.5 percent, meaning more than 12 million Americans are out of work. That’s a lot of people who could…
Read More9 Tips for Finding a Job After Age 50
by Guest Author, Kathleen Coxwell If you are older than 50 or already retired, these tips can help you find the perfect job to keep bringing in cash. Working as long as possible is a recommended retirement strategy for almost everyone. There are so many benefits to working as long as possible, and they are not…
Read MoreOver 50 and looking for a job? Here’s what you need to know about age and work
by Guest Author, Cheryl Winokur Munk With the bear market hitting retirement portfolios hard, bonds performing as poorly as stocks, and inflation raging, what seemed like a sure retirement income may be more of a pipe dream for many older Americans who had left the workforce, or planned to soon retire. The economic situation is…
Read More7 Tips To Find The Perfect Remote Job for You
by Guest Author, Anthony Cofrancesco Ever since the option became more prevalent during the worst of the pandemic, employees have been flocking to remote work. Per Forbes, interest in remote work rose by 556% last month (believed to be in part spurred by some harsh words from Elon Musk towards remote employees). But a remote job…
Read MoreHow to answer, “Why do you want to leave your current job?”
When you are interviewing, how do you answer those more difficult questions like, “Why do you want to leave your current job?” You can be strategic, thoughtful, and positive with these difficult questions. It is an opportunity to show your skills and ability to frame your experiences in a forward-moving manner. Why Do Employers Ask…
Read MoreHow to Use Instagram in Your Job Search
Have you added Instagram as a tool for your job search? Our online presence is important in a solid job-hunting plan. In-person networking can be difficult during the pandemic. This means that it’s vital to align all your social media profiles with your job search. Companies are increasingly using Instagram to present their own brand,…
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