It’s every job seeker’s hope, after a successful first interview, to be asked back for a follow up conversation. A second interview, in which you might be able to meet additional team members, field deeper questions, or cover any topics …

“Thank you for your service” is a simple statement to veterans showing appreciation for the freedoms we all enjoy because of their sacrifices. It’s probably something you’ve said yourself and with good intentions, but it might cause more awkwardness than …

If you’re a job hunter, you’ve probably heard countless times the importance of taking initiative and networking regularly. The problem is, what is effective networking is highly situational and often open to interpretation. Taking initiative could mean getting noticed at …

From now until the end of the year, offices across the United States will transform from hustling hubs of business to virtually vacant buildings filled with eerie silence. No, it’s not the apocalypse; it’s just the holidays! Many people are off due to …

You’ve done the exercise thing. You’re already eating healthy. Your house is organized and winter travel plans are confirmed. All those standard New Year’s resolutions don’t matter this year anyway, because in 2017 you have a new goal: an awesome new job. …

You started your career working in construction. After 20 years, the physical demands of the job became too difficult so you transitioned to a management position at a local manufacturing plant. A decade later, the company outsourced all positions. Now …

As fresh blooms and a warming climate sweep across the United States, you’re probably dreaming of relaxed days outdoors. On the other side of the world in Nepal, however, spring inspires dreamers of a different kind. That’s because spring is …

To effectively network on LinkedIn, you need to grow your connections. While the golden rule is to not accept anyone you don’t personally know, the reality is that many people connect with others they haven’t met. After all, business doesn’t …

Myths and legends are the stuff of children’s stories, but when it comes to the world of job searching, tall tales are as common as it gets. Differentiating myth from reality can be difficult, particularly when you consider all the …

How do you feel when you hear the word “networking?” For some people, networking is an exciting and empowering professional activity. For others, it’s a dreaded task that always feels forced with the underlying goal of getting ahead. Authentic networking …