A portfolio gives future employers an indication of your abilities. It lets them know what type of work they can expect from you. Many people overlook the portfolio and don’t include it in their job application. This is a major mistake. A portfolio can make the difference between getting an...
Don’t have relevant work experience? Here’s what to do to be successful on an interview.
Two types of job seekers find themselves in the dilemma of applying for work they don’t have relevant experience for: Fresh graduate / entry level job applicants, Mid-career professionals attempting a career change. Unfortunately, most people don’t know how to respond in situations where they don’t have relevant work experience,...
How to Calm Anxiety Before a Job Interview
It’s a big day for you. You have an interview for your dream job. Suddenly you become anxious. You’re afraid nervousness will ruin your ability to make an impression and get the job. What do you do? Anxiety before an interview is normal. The more you want something, the more...
What AI Means for Small Business
There is no denying it. AI is becoming a big part of our lives. Small and big businesses are using artificial intelligence. Companies are spending billions upgrading technology and integrating AI, and according to a PwC report, every industry will be impacted dramatically by Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the next...
What to Do If Artificial Intelligence is Taking Over Your Job
Are you at risk of artificial intelligence taking over your job? Artificial intelligence, bots, robotics, they seem to be everywhere. Indeed, many jobs are being threatened by AI. From delivery workers, to virtual assistants and customer service representatives, to cashiers and clerical workers, financial advisers, and more, AI is replacing...
Relocating for work? Here’s what to do for a smooth transition
As the post-Covid economy and travel opens up, millions of people are relocating. The post-Covid work environment opened up many new opportunities, both for new job seekers and those looking for a remote work lifestyle. Some people have decided to permanently work from home work and no longer want to...
3 Signs you are ready for a career change
As the years pass in your work-life, your skills and abilities change. Some changes come with experience and getting expertise and familiarity in your work. Other changes come through on the job training and taking courses and training programs. Additional changes come through a growing mindset. These changes create the...
Why you need a college education to be successful in your business or career
With information all around and easily available, is college still necessary? This is a question on many people’s minds. You might hear that a college education has no benefit and only results in high student loans. And since a lot of companies and successful businesspeople no longer require a college...
How to plan a successful retirement
How to plan your retirement so you don’t have to depend on anyone else when you are out of work. Some companies, especially governmental or public companies, provide formal retirement pension to workers who completed a certain number of years with them. Other companies give workers an end of service...