Who here remembers taking computer programming in school? Whether you learned programming by punching holes in a never ending series of cards, or by writing simple DOS or other computer language commands, the fact remained that computers needed an incredibly precise set of instructions to accomplish a task. The more co...
“So, tell me about yourself.” What seems like such a simple question can really make you sweat, especially in an interview. What, exactly, should you share—not just to build rapport, but to show that you’re the perfect fit for the job? Fear not, job seekers: There’s a super-simple formula that will help you answer this...
Lately, I’ve been focused on telling job seekers all the things they do that make recruiters crazy. i.e. how your resume makes them cringe, and how you’re probably sending the worst cover letter ever. Harsh, I know. But, I can’t stand to see hard-working job seekers failing miserably. There’s nothing worse than finding...
In the busy and fast-paced of western world, most of us probably spend more time working than doing any other activities (e.g. sleeping, exercising, relaxing, spending quality time with our families and friends). So we might as well do what we love rather than just do “something” or hold “a” job. The spark for this blo...
When it comes to writing a resume, you need to be strategic. Not sure how to put all of your odd jobs, freelance work, or random jobs on your resume? In the episode, CareerHMO's Ariella Coombs tells you how to organize RANDOM work experience on your resume. Original article appeared here slideshare.net
Transitioning to a new career can be challenging if you don’t know what steps to take before you make an irreversible decision. As technologies advance and companies adjust their strategy, more than ever it is important for you to grow your skills, build on what you have, and take calculated risks to propel your career...