One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a small business owner is to neglect your cash flow. Although many other elements of your business will demand your daily attention, nothing is more important than the amount of money flowing into and out of your business. Without steady, consistent...
Does a cover letter improve your chances of getting a job?
Trying to get the attention of recruiters? A cover letter can make the task easier. Cover letters are an introduction to the resume / CV . They tell the hiring manager which resumes are worth looking at. Hiring managers might go through the cover letter quickly and decide whether to...
3 Common mistakes job seekers make that cost them a job
Job seekers work hard to find jobs that are right for their skills and goals. But then comes the actual application process. During this stage, job seekers make a number of mistakes that cause them to lose the opportunity. 3 common mistakes are made by job seekers are Not highlighting...
Why you need your own website to showcase your expertise
The recent social media outage made one thing clear. Anything placed on a third party website isn’t in your control and could disappear in moments without advance warning. It doesn’t matter if you are using a social media platform like Facebook or a creative network like Behance and Medium. Granted...
How to use your portfolio to increase job search success
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...
