by Margaret Buj | Oct 28, 2012 | a job, Blog, Career Advice, Career Development, informational interviews
Informational interviews, in which you gather information about a contact’s job and industry, are vitally important to learning about new careers and opportunities. Plus, it’s precisely when jobs aren’t available that people are willing to meet with... by Margaret Buj | Aug 12, 2012 | Blog, Career Advice, Career Development, productive, productivity
Productivity in the workplace is as important as ever. Many people will get involved in what is known as “busy work. These are things that make you look busier than you actually are but do not add much to the bottom line. Employers want workers who get their work done... by Margaret Buj | Aug 10, 2012 | a dream job, a job, Blog, Career Development, Career Planning, jobs
Are you more concerned about getting the job just because you have the skills or because the job appeals to you? Are you doing everything that the career advisers tell you to do to find a job, but feel deep inside that there is still something missing? Did you take... by Margaret Buj | Jul 22, 2012 | Blog, Career Advice, Career Development, interviewing, job interviews, Job Search
To many people, the interview is over once they leave the interview room. However, to the pros, this is the perfect opportunity to stand out from the rest. It’s important to follow up with the employer in a way that shows your continued interest and helps your... by Margaret Buj | Apr 29, 2012 | Blog, Career Advice, Career Development, Career Planning, interviewing, job interviews
Most job seekers meet somewhere between 3-5 people at their target company during an interview process. They usually only meet these people once – on interview day. But what is the value of meeting more people? Well, obviously, the more people you meet the more... by Margaret Buj | Apr 25, 2012 | Blog, Career Advice, Career Development, hiring, job interviews, recruitment
Finding a great job these days could be tough. Hiring Managers have smaller budgets and every job offer counts. When several people have an input into a hiring decision and executives focus on a significant ROI for new hires, Hiring Managers are cautious. A poor...