Faced with seemingly random and fast-moving challenges throughout 2020, each one of us has had to consider what a changing world means for our personal life and for our business. It is hard to stay in this mindset because we all want to find a place where we feel comfortable…...
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Reasons Why You Are Seen as Being ‘Overqualified’
Let's talk about what being "overqualified" means. Simply said, you have either more experience or more education than is required for the job or your skills are at a higher level than needed for a particular position. While you see this as a good thing because you can do the…...
Ways to Cope with Rejection in Your Job Search
Interviewing for a job or seeking advancement at work can be stressful and nerve-racking. The pressure is now intensified as there is a prolonged Covid-19 pandemic with no immediate end in sight. Over 60 million Americans have filed for unemployment, millions more are underemployed or have finished collecting benefits and…...
Your LinkedIn Profile Should Complement Your CV, Not Repeat It
Job seekers often ask why they need both a CV AND a LinkedIn profile…aren’t they basically the same? The answer is no; each is unique. Your CV and LinkedIn profile are separate tools in the toolbox, each with their purpose. CV: To create a targeted message that meets a specific…...
The Downside of The Work-From-Home Trend
There’s much talk about Facebook, Google, Twitter, Coinbase, Lambda School, Shopify, Square, Upwork, Amazon, Box, Salesforce, Zillow, PayPal, Viacom and a host of other prominent companies offering their workers the option of continuing to work remotely for the foreseeable future—or indefinitely. There is little discussion around the dark side to…...
All Eyes on HR
Organizations and industries are changing faster than ever. Covid-19 has meant so many different things for countries, communities, companies, teams, and individuals. For businesses all over the world and in the full range of industries. The reality is that change is the only constant. There are several common denominators created…...
How to explain being fired in an Interview
Job interviews are stressful under the best of circumstances. So, if you have been fired, you are going to be nervous, especially when they ask the inevitable question: “Why were you fired?” Just as you prepare answers for other common interview questions, it is important to prepare an answer for this one.…...
How to Write Achievements on Your CV
One of the main issues with most CVs is that they end up reading like a list of responsibilities that you did (or supposedly did) in your job. If you want your CV to stand out it is important to highlight the achievements in your career. These achievements should be…...
What to do if You Lose Your Job
We are living during difficult times and a lot of people have lost their jobs due to the current pandemic. Some people will bounce straight back, but some will struggle to find something new. If you are experiencing problems finding a new job here are some tips to help you.…...
What to Avoid on Your CV.
CV writing is a study in being concise where we are challenged to summarize our entire careers in 2-3 t pages (or less). There is no room for extraneous details. But brevity is not the only reason to leave off many of the items listed below. Some things, like unprofessional…...