Be Prepared for Interview Question: ‘How Would Your Boss and Co-Workers Describe You?’
When a job interviewer asks: “What would your co-workers say about you?” or “How would your boss describe you?” how should you answer? Don’t be stumped by this common interview question. With a little preparation, you can highlight your best features and demonstrate that you are a capable and productive team member. What Do Employers […]
Exhausted After Work? Discover Low-Energy Activities You and Your Kids Will Love
You’re exhausted from a long day at work, and the kids want to play. You really want to spend time with them, but you’re low on energy. Consider the following suggestions on laid-back activities to do with your children. Art Class Creating a home “art studio” can be as simple as coloring or drawing with […]
Jobvite Survey: Communication Key to a Good Candidate Experience
There’s nothing worse than a job candidate who “ghosts” an interview, right? How about a company whose applications go into limbo, one that ignores candidates after an initial screen – or even after multiple interviews? According to the 2021 Jobvite Job Seeker Nation Report, many companies are guilty of ghosting their applicants. In fact, 48% […]
Answering the Interview Question: “How Do You Handle an Increased Workload?”
Whether you’re taking extra assignments while a co-worker is on leave or working at warp speed to finish a project by the deadline, just about every job has times of stress. But not everyone handles stress the same way. When an interviewer asks, “How would you handle a sudden increase in work responsibilities?” they really […]
Steps to Reduce Job Search Stress
Being unemployed means being worried – about bills, about health insurance, about your future. And if weeks of job searching turns into months, it can really start to sap your self-esteem. As with any other life goal, having a plan can help you become a more effective job seeker. First Things First Start with the […]
Job Hunting? One in Three People Find Work Through Family and Friends
When times get rough, your family and friends are there for support. So, it’s only natural to turn to them for help when you’re looking for work. In fact, about one in three people find a job through friends. However, before you reach out to your social circle, make sure you have a plan. Plan […]