Is your cover letter hindering your job search? One of the main reasons job applications are discarded is because of the cover letter. Your cover letter is the first thing a hiring manager sees. It tells the hiring manager whether you have the qualifications and abilities required for the job....
How to Use Artificial Intelligence to Benefit Your Career
There are constant advances in technology and artificial intelligence. AI is becoming a part of everyday life. Artificial intelligence enables technology and machines to think and work independently and without instruction, similar to a human does. This includes processing large amounts of data; recognize patterns; make judgments, analysis and decisions;...
Fresh Graduates, Finding Your First Job is Not as Hard as It Seems!
Are you a fresh graduate / college student looking for your first job or internship opportunity? Finding your first job may seem daunting. You may be nervous about your first interviews and wonder how to make a good impression and how to communicate your skills to recruiters. Career and job...
3 Keys to Choosing Your Ideal Career Path
Whether you are just starting your career or have some years experience, you may be overwhelmed with the career options out there. Like most people having multiple interests, you may wonder how to choose the best career path for you.Here are a few pointers that will help you traverse these...
Ways to Make Your CV Stand Out
A winning resume employs the following elements:1. A powerful summary statement showing your unique skills that make you a better candidate for the job than others.2. Relevant work experience that shows you are the right person for the job.3. People and technical skills required for the job.4. Past achievements (qualitative...
Why you need to upgrade skills regularly for greater job security
Studies show that more than 50% of older workers experienced at least one involuntary job loss after age 50 (CNBC). Although ageism is often cited as the reason for older employees losing jobs, it often has to do with skills and not merely age.A lot of people stick to the...
Dedicated employees get hired
“If you want to be a prized employee, be a dedicated employee.” ~ Kokab Rahman Employers and recruiters both want an employee they can rely on. Having a reputation of being dedicated and reliable will prove beneficial in job security as well as future job search.
Job Search Tips for Fresh Graduates – How To Communicate With Employers at Career Fairs
Are you a fresh graduate looking for your first job or internship? Career and job fairs, both local and virtual, are great ways to connect with employers and find job interviews. Here are tips to help you improve your performance as you meet with potential employers in interviews and job...
Four things to do to increase job opportunities when you are unemployed
Everyday new technologies enter the work place, making previously learned skills obsolete. As technologies change and the employment world evolves, employers want to ensure they are employing fully qualified and skilled workers. The costs of recruiting and onboarding new workers is very high and employers don’t want to take risks...
What questions should you ask during a job interview
Asking questions on a job interview is important to the success of the interview.Job seekers who don’t ask questions may be regarded incompetent, uninterested in the position or company, or unconfident. All of these negative qualities can adversely affect the result of the job interview.Even if you correctly respond to...
