Being laid off multiple times can feel overwhelming, especially when it happens back to back. It’s a scenario that leaves many professionals struggling to articulate their experiences during job interviews. The truth is, while it’s natural to internalize blame, being laid off isn’t necessarily a reflection of your abilities or worth. Here’s how to reframe … Read more
It’s not uncommon to feel lost when embarking on your job search journey. After all, school teaches us everything except how to get a job. What should you put on your resume? What questions should you ask in an interview? How can you stand out in the hiring process when there’s so much competition? Are … Read more
Leaving a job due to a toxic environment can be one of the most difficult and emotional decisions you make in your career. But explaining that decision in a job interview? That can be equally challenging. It requires careful wording, balance, and self-awareness. So, how can you talk about your experience without reflecting poorly on … Read more
You’re familiar with the feeling: your palms start sweating, you start to shake and for some reason, your mind goes completely blank. Sounds like a dreaded case of interview jitters! Nerves can bring even the most professional candidate to their knees, impeding their chances of securing the job, even if they’re the most qualified. If … Read more
These days, it can be overwhelming to think about how much work goes into finding a job. If you are very serious about it, you have likely educated yourself in all the various facets of a job search and become well-equipped to go out and tackle the task. But, so have many others. Once a … Read more
One of the most common reasons candidates are rejected after a job interview is that they don’t provide enough relevant, tangible examples of what they’ve done in their current or previous jobs that would be relevant to the position they are seeking. When you’re looking for a new job, you need to provide specific, concrete … Read more
In this article, we are going to help you answer the problematic but common interview question, “What motivates you?” You should be prepared to answer this question, so if you are in the midst of a job search and have a job interview coming up for any role or organization, make sure to take advantage … Read more
You nailed the interview, or at least you thought you did. Days turn into weeks, and all you hear is…silence. If you’ve ever been ghosted after a job interview, you’re not alone. While it’s frustrating and can leave you second-guessing everything, there are often hidden reasons why employers go radio silent. It’s Not You, It’s … Read more
Have you received a call for a group or panel interview recently? While you might be thrilled to make it to this stage of the hiring process, the mere thought of fielding not one but a whole team of interviewers can be enough to put your stomach in knots. However, the reason most employers conduct … Read more
So, you received a call back for an in-person interview. Now what? The week leading up to the in-person interview deserves more effort and preparation than any other portion of the job search process. Here’s a step-by-step guide to preparing for an interview. The Day You Are Offered The Interview These are some things you … Read more