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What Every Job Seeker Can Learn From Successful Traders

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/ By Biron Clark

Being risk takers, traders are rarely viewed as the most ideal inspirations though, especially when it comes to business and careers. However, successful traders do have some admirable traits that employers need from their staff and want from applicants, such as exhibiting confidence, being goal-oriented, and paying attention to details… These are traits that job […]

“Describe Yourself” – Interview Question And Answers

A lot of interviewers will ask you to describe yourself as one of the first questions in your interview. I’m going to walk you through the best ways to answer, some examples, and the common mistakes to avoid. Let’s get started… How To Answer The Interview Question: “Describe Yourself” First, do your research… The general […]

Body Language Tips: How To Impress Anyone Quickly And Easily

Misc Tips
/ By Biron Clark

People judge you with their eyes before anything else when they meet you, so your body language is important in making a first impression and being remembered. Practicing strong, impressive body language can change your career whether you’re interviewing for jobs, networking, asking for a raise, or anything else. This article is going to quickly walk […]

How To Answer “What Do You Need To Improve?” (Interview Question)

Interviewers are asking this more and more… “what do you need to improve?” It’s similar to “what’s your greatest weakness?” but a little more open-ended (which means you can really get into trouble if you don’t know how to answer it). Fortunately I’m going to walk you through exactly how to handle the question. […]

Why Does It Take So Long To Hear Back From An Interview?

You went on an interview, waited anxiously by the phone for three days… and nothing. No response. So why does it take so long to hear back from an interview? Well, there are a couple of reasons that I’ll cover in this article. And the good news is this: Most of the reasons *don’t* mean you […]

20 Crucial Job Interview Dos And Don’ts

The interview is your foot in the door with your next potential employer, but you only get one shot at impressing them. The following dos and don’ts will help you put your absolute best foot forward and get more job offers… 20 Dos And Dont’s For Job Interviews What to Wear Do: Research the company, […]

How To Explain Gaps In Employment (With Examples)

Explaining gaps in employment can be intimidating, but there are a couple effective methods you can use. In this article I’m going to show you how to quickly and easily explain employment gaps in your interviews. (I’ll also cover how to explain gaps in employment on your resume and cover letter after that). Let’s get started […]

“Why Did You Choose This Career?” Best Answer (Examples)

“Why did you choose this career?” … You’re likely to hear this interview question whether you’re a recent graduate or have decades of experience. Employers want to know how you got into your field and why you want to be in this career. So it’s a good idea to think about this when you begin your […]

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How To Write A Cover Letter With No Work Experience

Crafting an articulate cover letter is challenging for all job seekers. But if you have little or no work experience, the stakes are higher. It’s more challenging to prove your value when you don’t have a series of professional accomplishments to back up your assertions. On the bright side, you probably have more to offer an […]

Face-To-Face Networking Tips For Job Seekers

Networking
/ By Guest Author

So, you decided it’s time to find a new job and you’re ready to get some interviews. As you send resumes via online company sites, job boards, and reconnect with old acquaintances on LinkedIn, don’t forget another important component to the job search—face-to-face networking. While today’s job search may revolve around Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and […]

Answering “What Other Companies Are You Interviewing With?”

Why do companies ask what other companies you’re interviewing with? Do you need to tell them the company names? And what are you supposed to say if you’re not interviewing anywhere else? I’m going to explain exactly how to answer this easily and stress-free… and I’ll reveal exactly why employers ask too. Let’s get started… How […]

Should I Leave My Job? 5 Signs You Need To Get Out

Wondering if you need to leave your job?… keep reading and we’ll give you the answer you need. There are plenty of articles out there are on how to spot a toxic work environment, a horrible boss, or that you have outgrown your current job. But what are the personal signs that you need to be real […]