Coffee meetings aren’t always the best way to network. With so many applicants, it may be hard for your connections to find the time to meet.
Try sharing your work via Twitter. Shooting someone a tweet is a lot easier and quicker than meeting for coffee. And who knows? After tweeting for awhile, you might get a meeting out of it.
Another option is to share your resume through LinkedIn. Make sure you send a personal message to show your interest.
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With new technology continuing to grow, more and more people are turning to online programs to get a degree. But not all programs are safe.
Accreditation is one factor students should look out for. Schools with accreditation meet certain standards of education, making them the better choices.
Before enrolling in a program, students should make sure the credits they earn may be transferring to another school later on.
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When you’ve been rejected over and over again, it can hurt. But what are you doing wrong? Understanding what the problem is will put you closer to nailing that interview and landing the job.
If you’re not making it past the final round, chances are it’s because you’re not showing that you understand the position, the company and the team. Make sure you do your research and show off what you know in the interview.
If you’re only getting phone interview, that probably means you’re not delivering your stories well. You’ve got the experience and skills but you don’t know how to stand out and show what you’re worth. Practice to ensure you make it further than the phone.
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If your company is behind the times with new technology, it may be time to get them up to speed. But working with co-workers who are set in their ways presents a challenge. How do you introduce them to the new technology without scaring them?
Start small and tackle one issue at a time. Try introducing just one new thing at a time, such as sharing the minutes from a meeting online instead of printing them.
Research all the options to solve your issue. Make sure your solution is something that works for everyone, not just for you.
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Managing your time for an online class can be difficult. But add in a full-time job and it becomes even harder.
With so little free time, you’ll need to schedule studying anywhere you can. This might mean on the train or bus, on your lunch or in bed before you go to sleep.
Don’t compromise your job for a class. If you find yourself tempted to study at work, fight it. Try and focus on your job at work and your class when you’re not in the office.
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It’s easy to get stuck in a rut with your cover letter. Instead of creating a form letter that looks like everyone else’s, write something that will stand out.
Stop starting your letter with “I am applying for…” If you’re applying through an online system, the company already know what position you’re applying for.
Avoid cliches like “I’m a fast learner” and “I think outside the box.” Show your creativity by writing something more interesting.
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You’ll almost always get asked what your salary requirements are in an interview. But how do you answer the question to get the amount of money that you want?
Understand what you are worth. Research online to find out what other people with similar backgrounds, skills and experience are making.
When people tell you “no,” look for ways to problem-solve. Try to help out the recruiter or hiring manager by offering ways or reasons they could compensate you more.
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