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Is There Really A Hidden Job Market?
The short answer is: Yes! Simply put, it is all those jobs (or potential jobs) that have yet to be publicized, such as: Jobs that are still in the planning stages; Jobs that will arise due to corporate reorganization or restructuring; Jobs that will open up due to retirements, resignations, promotions, or transfers; Jobs that…
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How to Figure Out If A Company Is The Right Fit For You
Interviews are far from perfect. Think about it. You spend a couple of hours in meetings with the employer, where everyone is on their best behaviour. Then, if you are offered the job, you have another few days to consider it before you must decide if you should quit your current job and take this…
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The Importance of Role Models in Your Career
Learning happens in many ways – from books, lectures, training programs, videos, workshops, etc. One of the best ways to learn is by observing what other people do and how they behave in certain situations. We know that actors learn by watching other actors perform. We know that professional athletes develop and hone certain skills…
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Language Matters
How you speak in an interview has a huge impact on how interviewers perceive you. Even the most qualified candidates run a huge risk of not getting the job when they speak in an unprofessional way. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: Mirror the interviewer’s communication style. If the interviewer is very…
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Should You Ask for That Raise?
Been thinking about asking for a raise but not quite sure how to broach the subject with your boss? Here are a few things you should consider before making that possibly fateful journey down the hall: Forget the old criteria for granting raises. Long gone are the days when raises were given for seniority, years…
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You’ll Never Find a Job Wearing Pyjamas
When job searching, most people sit at home (sometimes in their pyjamas) and check job boards. If something catches their eye, they might submit an application. Most times, no reply is ever received from that employer. Honestly, I am still puzzled why so many people use this passive and mostly ineffective route to find a…
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Don’t Sweat The Interview
Most people experience some level of interview anxiety. For some, it’s very noticeable like sweaty palms, a flushed face, or a shaky voice. For others, it’s less noticeable but still bothersome—like a feeling in the pit of your stomach, a dry mouth, or a pounding heartbeat. Why does this happen? The stakes can be high in…
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What Successful Job Seekers Do Well
People often ask me what they’re doing wrong when it comes to finding a job. They worry that their resume is poorly written, their interviewing skills are bad, or their qualifications are dated. But what I’ve learned over the years is that most people aren’t doing anything wrong. It’s what they’re not doing that matters. There are…
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Should I List My Current Boss As A Reference?
I had an email a few days ago asking if employers consider it a “red flag” when an applicant provides references but excludes their present boss (or any reference from their current employment) from that list. Here’s her actual question: I am presently employed but seeking new opportunities within my industry. I am uncertain whether…
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Why Am I Not Being Called In For Interviews?
How many times has this happened to you? You apply for a job with optimism and excitement believing you meet all the requirements. Then you wait and wait for that call to schedule an interview. But it never comes. Why weren’t you picked—even for an interview? There might be reasons completely beyond your control. Perhaps…