Top 3 Tools to Ace the Job Interview and Get Hired

One of the toughest parts of the job search process is the interview. You will sit down, face to face with someone who is evaluating you, and hope to stand out. The interview is especially intimidating because you don’t know what you are up against. You won’t see how others perform; you only have your […]

Free Resume Tools for the Unemployed

When you lose your job, the first thing you need to do is update your resume. While it’s better if you update your resume periodically, even during your employment, sometimes a job loss catches you by surprise and you aren’t ready. If you are trying to figure out how to best update your resume, you’ll […]

Job Application Tools to Help Manage Your Job Search

As you participate in the job hunt, it is easy to lose track of what you’ve done. Pretty soon, all of the places you’ve applied to start to run together and you end up trying to remember who has your resume, and what appointments you might have. In order to keep it all organized, it […]

The Finances of Losing Your Job – Getting Fired vs Being Laid Off

It’s never pleasant to lose your job. You lose a major source of income, and you have to find a new job. However, when you are laid off, rather than fired, your situation is a little bit better. Being laid off provides you with a degree of protection that being fired doesn’t come with. Laid […]

Using a Salary Guide When Applying for Jobs

If you are looking to get a raise, or you will be applying for new positions in your field, it’s never good idea to just “wing it” when it comes to your salary requirements or expectations. There are ways you can get very specific information about salaries in your field, which will help you to […]

5 Tips for Working with Job Recruiters

If you are looking for a job, one way to get your name “out there” is to contact recruiters. Job recruiters, also sometimes called head hunters, specialize in matching openings at companies with great workers. When you work with a recruiter, you have the chance to get your name and your resume in front of […]

How Debt Can Hurt and Help Your Career

When we think of the harm that debt can do, we often just think about the way it can lead to higher loan costs – or the risk of being turned down for a loan. However, debt can also have an impact on your career. Depending on the job you want, and the situation you’re […]

How to Prepare for a Career Setback

We live in an increasingly uncertain world. Jobs are no longer offering the long-term security that our grandparents experienced. Instead, your career is likely to be a series of different jobs. Along the way, you are likely to experience setbacks. Your hours might be cut, or you might not get that raise or promotion you […]

The Best Seasonal Jobs for College Students

When you’re a college student, you’re not always in a position where you can handle a year-round job. But you might be looking for seasonal jobs just to earn some money to get you through a short spell. Fortunately, there a lot of seasonal jobs, and there are several for each season. Winter It’s often […]

Should You Use a Job Offer to Negotiate a Raise?

Using a job offer to negotiate a raise from your current employer is hardly an unusual strategy. Some employers won’t give a significant raise unless they’re forced to by the prospect of an employee leaving. But if you do use this strategy to negotiate a raise, be aware of the risks involved and do what […]

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