Warning: Don't fall prey to loan sharks! Loan sharks are entities that charge very high interest rates but often tell you a small percentage rate, hiding the fact that the stated rate is a monthly interest rate and not the yearly rate. The annual interest rate is obtained by multiplying the...

A staffing company is one that provides staff to other companies, usually on temporary basis. A recruitment company only refers the employee to another company. A recruitment company may provide services like screening and interviewing job applicants, but its work is limited to that of a broker. It earns money...

The Importance of Professional Business Etiquette One thing I’ve noticed is that majority of employees don’t interact with clients / customers in a professional manner. This has a very bad impression on customers and makes it seem like one isn’t dealing with professional businesspersons but laypersons! This is true whether...

Having trouble knowing whether an applicant is qualified for the job he/she is applying for? Below are some guidelines you can use: You should have a standard to which you can compare job applicants. One method might be to make a checklist of the attributes the employee should have and...

A few reasons why you should start a business while holding your regular job: It takes several years for a business to become profitable. If you have a regular job, you can depend on your job while waiting for your business to grow. Having a regular monthly salary from your...

-Identify the job industry you want to work at - tech, health care, media, etc. -find companies in your chosen industry -go to the company website career section and look for jobs appropriate for your skill level (experienced professional, fresh grad,  internship) -register and fill out the online application form...

Job Search Tips.

So you've found yourself unemployed, looking for work. Here are tips to help you succeed in your jobsearch and find a job fast. The first thing to do is to make sure your resume and cover letter are well-written.  Have a professional draft them for you if you can't do...

​Are you not getting anywhere in your job search? Not getting any response to job applications? The cause may be a poorly written cover letter. Sending a CV without a cover letter or with a poorly written one is a recipe for failure. Your cover letter introduces you to the...

Professional development is necessary not only for personal satisfaction but also for job security. Everyday new opportunities arise for developing and enhancing one’s skills, the importance of which can not be overstated. To ensure job security, it’s important to keep up with changing trends and ensure that one’s skills, qualifications,...