Employers love to ask behavioral interview questions like, “Tell me about a time you went above and beyond to get the job done.” They ask this question in retail, customer service, nursing and more… to test your work ethic and other important traits. As a former recruiter, I’m going to show you, with plenty of […]
Continue readingThe opinions and assessments shared on Career Sidekick are our own. We may earn commissions from purchases made after visiting links on our site. Deciding on a coding bootcamp is a big decision. And while Lambda School is one of the better-known bootcamps, that doesn’t mean there aren’t downsides and drawbacks. So if you’re wondering, […]
Continue readingIf you’re wondering, “What are the highest paying freelance jobs?” or trying to determine which freelancing skills are most in-demand right now, then this article is for you! We’re going to look at the top 10 freelance careers for earnings potential and market demand. I’ll also reveal which of these opportunities are the easiest freelance […]
Continue readingFreelancing can earn you a high income while giving you freedom that you wouldn’t enjoy in a full-time job. But it does come with risks and downsides, especially in the first year. So coming up, we’re going to look at the pros and cons of freelancing to decide it’s worth it for you. After reading […]
Continue readingListing accomplishments on your resume can get you more job interviews, but there’s a right and wrong way to do it. And many job seekers waste a big opportunity by not knowing: What type of accomplishments to include (and what to leave off) The two best places to put these achievements on your resume to […]
Continue readingThere are a couple of reasons that employers ask what you can bring to their company or job, and you need to be ready to answer with confidence if you want to get hired! In this article, I’ll walk you through why interviewers ask this question, what qualities they’re looking for, the best ways to […]
Continue readingIf you’re looking for a new position or trying to change jobs, employers are going to ask why! And if you don’t have a convincing answer, it could cost you the opportunity. So in this article, I’ll walk you through the following: Why interviewers ask, “Why are you looking for a new job?” How to […]
Continue readingI launched a successful freelance career on Upwork and helped many friends do the same. But the platform has become more competitive and introduced new fees for freelancers. So is it still worth the time and effort? And can you still make good money on Upwork? In this article, I’m going to give you a […]
Continue readingIf you’re preparing for a second job interview, you’re in the right place. I’m going to share the top second round interview questions… based on my experience as a recruiter. You’re also going to get tips for answering and the common variations for each question so that you’re fully-prepared and NEVER caught off-guard in the […]
Continue readingI’ve shared hundreds of tips on LinkedIn based on my experience as a recruiter, and was even named a LinkedIn Top Voice for it. This article is a compilation of my best job hunting tips and advice, taken from my posts that have received the most positive feedback from job seekers and other career experts. […]
Continue readingIf you’re preparing for a final round job interview, this article will help immediately. We’re going to look at three critical factors: The top 11 final job interview questions to know Steps for how to prepare for a final interview and what to expect overall My #1 little-known tip for how to succeed in a […]
Continue readingIf you’re an older worker in a job search, there are a couple of key strategies that will make your life easier. In this article, I’m going to share 10 effective job search tips for older workers that will help you get hired faster and save you a LOT of frustration. We’ll start with resume […]
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