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In order to have a productive discussion about career growth with your boss, it is important for you to prepare and think through some key items ahead of time. You want to be in full control of your career path and the best way to do that is to approach your manager with confidence and conviction around your career growth goals. To prepare for the discussion, start by answering some basic questions about yourself and your career. Basic Career Questions You Should Ask Yourself What is your personal branding statement with regard to your career?This response should focus on what…

If you want to make a great, positive, lasting impression in a job interview, there is one question you should ask the hiring manager. It’s also a bit of a sneaky question because it will reveal something about this person and what it would be like to work at the company. “What’s The Most Significant/Positive Thing That’s Happened To You At This Company?” When you get to the end of the interview and the hiring manager asks you if you have any questions, look them in the eye, smile, and say, “Tell me about the most significant or positive thing…

There are two perspectives on SMART goals for job seekers: one from the viewpoint of the activities you perform as part of your job search, and the other focused on understanding the expectations of a position you’re considering.SMART goals, originally attributed to Peter Drucker, have been interpreted with various modifications and additions, but generally refer to goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable (Achievable, Actionable), Realistic (Relevant), and Time-Bound (Time-Based, Timely). There’s strong agreement on the “Specific” and “Measurable,” with several variations of the “__ART” elements. Specific, Measurable, and Time-Bound are generally agreed upon as core elements. For The Job Search…

There are only three types of work. You either have a job, a career, or a calling. I have been a career coach for over 20 years and I can tell you that after working with thousands of people what you do for work falls into one of these three categories. The Problem BigstockNow, the problem with this is that over the years, society has convinced all of us that the only thing we should be striving for is the calling—that we should be in love with our work. Everything we do should feel effortless and we should get a…

In today’s competitive job market, you may be wondering how to use career coaching to your advantage, or if you need a career coach at all. Here’s the truth: The key to getting ahead in your career is career coaching, and it’s easier than you think to get the help you deserve.Society raised us to think that if you need a career coach, there’s something wrong with you. There must be a problem. You’re not hireable. So now everyone thinks that they need to do this all by themselves. But dentists, doctors, lawyers, accountants, personal trainers—all these specialists out there—they…

However, with something as important as a career, you don’t want to break these resolutions. That’s why it’s important to keep these goals manageable.Here are four simple career resolutions that are easy to stick to and achieve.Be Self-Aware Of Where You Stand In Your Career BigstockBeing honest and self-aware of where you are in your career is the most important step in making strong career resolutions. If your career is going nowhere and you’re unhappy, then it may be time to consider a career change, which will take you down a different path entirely.But if you’re happy and in good…

Most job fairs run between January and May. When spring rolls around, things usually ramp up because most employers want job openings filled before summer kicks off. If you are among the job seekers attending job fairs, then take down these tips to prepare for it and make the most of your time there.Many employers have a presence at job fairs to increase brand awareness, but also to save time in the screening process. Job fairs offer an opportunity for employers to conduct initial screenings of potential candidates on the spot. Due to COVID-19, virtual job fairs have become more…

We’ve gotten a lot of questions lately about interviews, which is a good thing because it means our readers are putting in the work and getting interviews (So, kudos to you!). But what we want to talk about today is a very particular type of interview question that hiring managers are increasingly asking these days. This kind of question—a behavioral question—can be a curveball.So, let’s get started by talking about what a behavioral question is. What Is A Behavioral Interview Question? A behavioral interview question is a special type of question. It’s one that requires more than a one-word answer.…

“Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.” —Dalai LamaStudies have shown that people who derive meaning from their profession or feel commitment toward their organization’s mission are people who are much more resilient and satisfied in their economic environment. Average career professionals will work approximately 90,000 hours in their lifetime, so finding happiness and satisfaction is critical.The good news is that life doesn’t have to be perfect for you to find happiness at work. Below are seven ways women can achieve happiness and satisfaction. 1. Discover The Five Cs BigstockYou must maintain high levels of…

It’s difficult enough to get hired nowadays without having a criminal record. So, is it even possible to land a good job after committing a crime?The short answer is yes. But it’s not going to be easy, unless you follow these three steps during your next job interview. 1. Come Up With Your Explanation BigstockEmployers will conduct background checks on you. The old rule of thumb was that a felony comes off your record after seven years, and it does. But the internet has a much longer memory than that. Your criminal record will probably always be up there for…