Compared to men, women often still face hurdles in finding a job for a variety of reasons. Many people see American women as feminists who have put aside traditional gender roles. Women in the US have many career opportunities, education, and other areas of life, but they are still facing problems and limitations. Women can […]
Some interview questions just leave you wishing you’d known they were coming. No one can prepare for EVERY job interview question. While there are as probably as many potential job interview questions as there are recruiters, it always is good to be prepared for anything. So, feast your eyes on this big fat checklist of […]
One way to combat interview anxiety is to be prepared with your own list of job interview questions. The landscape for work seekers today can be challenging. Simply put, if you really want work today, the hard real work starts when you prepare for the interview. That means not just nailing the interview questions you […]
Demand for strategic marketing services and lead generation increases while the level of staffing remains the same or decreases. In light of this, being intentional and setting realistic expectations can be challenging. To share your vision, empower your team, and set realistic goals and objectives. It is vital to identify your strategic marketing drivers and […]
By Erin Ryan and Megan Thomas Could a self-limiting behavior be preventing you from realizing career success by going for a new job or promotion, asking for a well-deserved raise or making personal progress in life? According to How Women Rise, co-authored by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith, your response may depend on your […]
Work/life balance. We have all heard about it, wrestled with it and probably rolled our eyes at it. The phrase is everywhere in articles and on social media. It’s thrown out in conversations between colleagues, spouses, friends and partners. But what exactly is work/life balance? Is it possible? And who is tired of hearing […]
Thanking your interviewer could make the difference. So…you’ve applied! You submitted your resume and got the call! Now you just need to pass the interview and get the job! Taking a moment for an extra step AFTER the interview could just be the missing link. This single action can get you hired. Putting in the […]
Build Your resume Smarter Not Harder Resume writing can be daunting. You can research details online, or look to a professional resume service. It is always handy to have resources on hand to help in composing or rewriting your existing resume and/or cover letter. These four books can offer you with a wealth of details […]
According to the American Psychological Association, work is the most common source of stress for 61% of Americans. And it comes as no surprise, given that work is deeply tied to people’s’ livelihoods, survival, and wellbeing. Recent research also shows that women are significantly more stressed at work than men are. On top of universal […]
Source: Pexels How Women Can Examine Their Language for a Leg Up at Work In a patriarchal world, women are constantly adjusting to men’s expectations to fit into the workplace. This can stem anywhere from dressing a certain way, to using specific language when sharing their ideas or speaking in meetings. Although women have been […]
Spring Cleaning Your Career Something about blooming flowers, warmer weather and spring showers makes people want to clean up other aspects of their lives in preparation for the rest of the year. While spring cleaning is generally done at home and occasionally in the workplace, it’s also an important thing to do for more abstract […]
Five Tips to Set Yourself Apart During the Job HuntBy Holly Caplan Statistics showed that in 2017 34.6% of women graduated with a 4-year degree vs. 33.7% of men. This gap has been narrowing for years, and women finally surpassed men for the first time in 2014. More women are making their mark and creating their trajectory […]