How Should I Select the Right Professional References?

If you’re involved in a job search, you’ll probably be asked to provide professional references. Your references should provide invaluable information to a would-be employer about why you’d be a great addition to the team. The references you select can make or break your application, so picking the right people is essential to your career […]

Habits That Are Holding Your Productivity Back

The more productive you are, the more you can impress your boss and excel at work. Unfortunately, most people have habits that interfere with their productivity and make it hard for them to get things done efficiently.

Does Temporary Work Make Me Look Like a Job Hopper?

Being a job hopper can hurt your efforts to find a new career because companies do not like to hire someone who they think is going to leave shortly after being trained. Because of the negative connotations associated with job hopping, many people are concerned they could hurt their employment prospects if they move from […]

Take Ownership of Your Future

When you are settled into a job, it’s natural to just focus on the work you are doing at the moment. However, this can be a mistake. While you need to do your job well, you should never lose sight of your ultimate goals for your career path. Most people don’t stay at the same […]

How to Overcome Insecurities to Land a Job

Employers want to hire confident candidates.  If you are not sure that you will be able to do a particular job that you are interested in, your insecurity is sure to come through in an interview and hurt your chances at getting hired. While it is natural to feel nervous and worried about not being […]