While browsing through the various job search results or job openings from your dream employer, you may find yourself spotting job postings that match your speciality and experience. But, before you send in your application, you must check beyond the job opening and look beyond what is being offered. To know if the job offering…
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You recently got offered a job and are now preparing for your interview. One of the things you need to include in your preparations is a list of references who can vouch for your skills and character. However, it can be tough to prepare this list considering the people who can provide you with references.…
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As employees, we tend to focus only on our job requirements. Some believe that it’s ok to stick within their job requirement because it will keep them out of trouble and help them keep their job. Others do their best to excel in their job responsibilities. Only a few would go beyond their job scope…
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Some say that if you want to get a raise, the best way to do it is by getting another job offer that has better perks than your current situation. With an outside offer, you can use it to negotiate with your employers to get better wages and benefits and boost your confidence since your…
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Are you starting a new job soon? If your answer is yes, you need to sort out your priorities and make sure that you have a solid financial plan to help your salary’s value grow and prepare for your future. Having a robust financial plan will help you prevent overspending and keep you afloat, especially…
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Have you done some volunteering in the past, or currently involved in one? If that is a yes, you can include your volunteer experience in your resume. It can show employers your key skills and see what passions you pursue outside of the workplace. But, how can you include your volunteer experience on your resume…
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If you are looking for a job, you have many options to choose from to find one. You can check online job search sites, ask your contacts for leads and even post your resume on social media sites like LinkedIn in the hopes that recruiters find it. But, if you don’t think you can wait…
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One of the most challenging interview questions to answer is the question of salary expectations. Interviewers always ask an applicant’s salary expectation to see if they can afford to hire you or not. It is also a great way to know if you value your work and yourself. While it sounds straightforward, answering it is…
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Many interview questions sound simple enough to answer, but they can catch you off-guard. But, none is trickier to answer than the question, “Why should I hire you?” In a nutshell, the question asks you if you are the person the company is looking for. However, answering this must be done with careful consideration because…
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With prices of goods and services increasing, our current pay may not be enough to pay off all our bills and expenses. To alleviate this problem, some take on part-time jobs on top of their full-time job. However, taking on an extra job can be stressful and get you in trouble in the long run…
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Some people may opt to leave their career for a certain amount of time for various reasons. For example, some may take a break to take care of their loved ones or recover from a medical ailment, and others may wish to take on a new challenge, while a few may use the time to…
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Job interviews require applicants to sell themselves to their potential employers and convince them that you are the one they are looking for. However, during the interview, you will be asked about your weaknesses. Answering this question is tricky because if you answer honestly, you may end up taking yourself out of the running despite…
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Whether you are applying for a new job or a promotion, one question you cannot escape is, “What are you passionate about?” At first, the question doesn’t seem complicated, but it can get a little intricate and embarrassing when answering it, especially to someone you don’t know. If you are asked this question during your…
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Some say that if you find the perfect job, you won’t have to worry about everything else. While this adage sounds like a dream, this isn’t always guaranteed to be perfect, especially if you work in a company with a unique way of doing things different from what you are used to. If you can’t…
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One of the most challenging tasks for job seekers during job applications is creating the cover letter attached to their resume. A cover letter can provide employers with an overview of your work-related skills, and it can also give an initial impression on your personality without going through your resume. If you are a job…
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Sometimes, it can be hard to get a job in a company if you don’t have a referrer. Fortunately, you can reach out for help to your family and colleagues who have connections within the industry you are interested in. If you have a referrer during your job application, you will need to use a…
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Scheduled for a job interview? It can be very stressful to be in one, especially if it is your first job. Don’t worry because everyone had this feeling at some point in their life. For others, they have to do it several times because of their career options. A few would find it more nerve-wracking…
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Some companies do not advertise their job openings and their search for prospective talents to join their ranks. If you seek to join these companies, a great way to determine if they have an opportunity waiting for you is by sending them an application with a prospecting cover letter attached to it. But, how do…
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This pandemic has caused an increase in unemployment. Many companies are putting hiring on hold due to the unforeseeable future. To close the gap of unemployment, one of the best things to do is to look for freelancing gigs or work from home jobs. For those who are immunocompromised or those who live with young…
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With lockdown in place, I find more time on my hands to explore new blogs and boy, am I glad to stumble upon this post written by an Indonesian Female Engineer who loves traveling and is working now in Denmark. Her post is inspiring and beaming with positivity. I hope by sharing this, brings in…
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