The 2020 - 2021 pandemic introduced a new type of work lifestyle. It lead to the great resignation or big shift in the employment world. Many people are resigning from work and starting something new, either freelance or self-employed. People are preferring the remote work / work from anywhere lifestyle...
Here is what to do to increase job opportunities despite being unemployed
Having a gap on your resume is scary. Being out of work for a long time can negatively affect job search. Not using skills can make you forget them, and employers might wonder if you still have what it takes to do the job. Since jobs are constantly evolving and...
Why it’s necessary to have a well thought out career plan
Most people graduate from college not ready for work. They don’t know what jobs are right for them or what their most important skills are. They might take the first job that comes their way and continue this every time they need a new job, allowing random job search results...
Why you need a content strategy for your business
Nearly 4 billion people use social media globally. Most people use the internet to get information and to look for products and services they need. Your ideal customer is likely online. Your competitor is likely trying to reach them. Effective customer-centric content enables you to inform your target audience about...
Simple Ways to Keep Cash Flowing into Your Business
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,...
