The job interview question, “What makes you unique?” can stop you in your tracks. You know you have the qualifications and the skills to do the job, but how are you supposed to know how you’re different from anyone else? The answer is: you don’t have to know. And you don’t have to be Superman … Read more
Finding a job means doing a fair share of interviewing. Generally, job seekers score one interview for every six applications submitted. But your calendar may look much busier if you have an in-demand skillet or heaps of work experience. This means you’ll have to decline some interviews. But how do you do it professionally? Here’s … Read more
Writing a resignation letter isn’t fun, especially if you have truly weighed the pros and cons about leaving. Regardless of the reasons behind the letter, there’s not that much to it. In its simplest form, you just date your letter of resignation, say when and from what position you are resigning, sign it, hand it … Read more
How can ChatGPT help job seekers find their ideal role? In today’s competitive job market, identifying the right career path can be challenging. Is ChatGPT a useful tool to use in your exploration? Of course, an experienced career coach will explore your options with you, identify any self-limiting beliefs that may be holding you back, … Read more
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity reported a minor drop in award entries, around 1% down from the last year and a significant 38% less from the record count in 2016. The slight decline doesn’t undermine the event’s significant industry standing. Instead, it hints at a change towards a quality-centric approach from the participants. … Read more
There are three mistakes that people are making on LinkedIn right now that are costing them job opportunities, and I bet you haven’t heard them before. LinkedIn changed its algorithm once it reached one billion users. The algorithm used to search profiles and give recruiters the top 50 people that matched their keyword search based … Read more
No matter what industry you are in or the type of workplace you have, there is always a case of workplace harassment reported. From simple bullying and discrimination to sexual harassment, every instance of workplace harassment affects the entire workplace. Unfortunately, victims tend to clam up when harassment happens to them because they don’t know … Read more
Key Takeaways Reflect on past successes, review feedback, and seek trusted opinions to identify your leadership strengths and areas for improvement. Use your key strengths in leadership scenarios and highlight them to others to ensure recognition. Partner with those who complement your weaknesses and showcase your strengths to change perceptions. Enhance self-awareness by being present, … Read more
Setting: A corporate America conference room, complete with whiteboard and glass walls. Characters: Developers/Engineers; Clueless Boss; Users (silent role) Scene: An average day at MacroBurst, maker of widely used business software known for its extremely non-intuitive, frustrating pseudo-solutions. The scene opens in the conference room. In the room is a group of developers, all clad … Read more
Armed Forces Group Discussion Topics Applying for an officer role in the UK armed forces requires a deep understanding of current affairs and the ability to discuss them intelligently. Group discussions are a common part of the selection process, where candidates must demonstrate their awareness and analytical skills. Here are some key topics and discussion … Read more