Why You May Not Be Hearing Back Following Interviews
You emerge from a job interview full of optimism and excitement. Everything went well and you’re expecting an offer. Then…nothing. You don’t hear anything from the potential employer. What does silence mean? These situations can be frustrating and confusing. However, it’s important to remain strategic in your response. After all, here’s a message you probably […]
Immersing Yourself in a Professional Culture from the Get-Go
A new job involves navigating a number of transitions at once. From logistics (where’s the bathroom again?) to interpersonal (don’t touch Adam’s yogurt!), you have a lot to learn in your first days in a new organization. Added to this, you need to acclimate to a new professional culture as quickly as possible. There is […]
LinkedIn: How Continuing to Build Your Profile Can Help Your Job Search
As people increasingly live their lives online, a strong social media presence has become an important tool for career advancement. But are you doing enough to build your LinkedIn profile and support your job search? Ambitious, accomplished professionals tend to focus on LinkedIn profiles as the best way to impress potential employers. One study showed […]
What Accounting and Finance Professionals are Looking for in New Hires
Finally finished your accounting or finance degree? Ready to jump into the workforce? Well, before you start submitting resumes, you should take a look at the landscape and understand what firms are looking for in new hires. You’ve chosen an excellent field. In the U.S., accountants right out of college typically earn close to $59,000, […]
Job Searching is More Than Finding A New Role! 4 Ways to Make Your Search More Targeted
A job search can take a long time. The typical process can take three to six months, with some candidates enduring substantially longer journeys. This can create significant stress, encouraging you to grab any position that comes along. However, this haste can lead to serious mistakes. One study found that nearly three-quarters of younger workers […]
Reclaim Your Work-Life Balance! Ways to Find More Balance as an Executive
You have a grueling work schedule, making it hard to reach the work-life balance you want. To a certain extent, you’ve come to accept this tradeoff. It’s part of the lifestyle of becoming a busy executive. Still, there are ways to find more balance even as you drive your career forward. Devoting significant time to […]