Jan 27, 2016
Did you make a New Year’s resolution to do something different in your career? The list of changes you seek in the next 12 months could include a raise, a promotion, or a new job. Or maybe you want to improve your professional skills by stepping up your networking, increasing your industry knowledge, or adopting new...
Jan 25, 2016
Government jobs are always tough to land. Mastering the oft-byzantine formal application process takes practice and insider know-how. In this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Mac Prichard shares his experience applying for government jobs. Mac has worked in multiple departments for the State of Oregon, as well as...
Jan 20, 2016
You will find competitors in whatever career you choose. No matter how small or niche your field, some people always stand out in your profession. Education, experience and other advantages contribute to these people’s success, but how you lead you work life can makes a huge difference, too.
One of the best ways to...
Jan 13, 2016
According to one estimate, 80% of employers Google candidates before inviting someone in for a job interview. What will people see when they Google you? Photos from your college spring break trip to Mexico or an up-to-date LinkedIn page? What impression will you create online? That you’re the life of the party or an...
Jan 6, 2016
“Wing it” and “job interview” are two phrases that should never go together in the same sentence. Before you walk into an interview, you need to prepare yourself, do your homework, and practice what you will do and say.
But how do you prepare responses when you don’t know the questions? And what, besides...