by Amy Gallo From Harvard Business Review Most people have been asked that perennial, and somewhat annoying, question: “Where do you see yourself in five years?” Of course it is asked most often in a job interview, but it may also come up in a conversation at a networking event or a cocktail party. Knowing…Continue Reading Where Will You Be in Five Years?
Dos and Don’ts for Creating Your Online Presence
By Denene Brox, Salary.com contributing writer Many of us live a large part of our lives online. So it’s no wonder that your online presence can have a major influence on your career success. If your present or potential employer searched for you online, what would they find? Would those search results reveal a professional…Continue Reading Dos and Don’ts for Creating Your Online Presence
14 Common Job Hunting Blunders
by Dawn Dugan, Salary.com contributing writer Whether you are just starting your professional life or are a seasoned pro looking to make a savvy career move, whether you are between jobs or simply feeling the need to move on, the quality of your job hunt will determine your level of success. If you’re a serious…Continue Reading 14 Common Job Hunting Blunders
3 Things That Will Get You Hired
Originally posted on NewGradLife It is simple – the way to stand out and get hired is to understand what a hiring manager goes through. Today, two or three times as many applications and resumes are received for virtually every open job; hiring managers are buried under reams of paper or thousands of e-mails. So,…Continue Reading 3 Things That Will Get You Hired