Too little confidence would hinder you from gaining that dream job but too much of it to the point of misrepresenting yourself can get you in a lot of trouble. Pretending does have some advantages and it can get you through a lot of things but not all and not always.

 

Here are a few lies that may seem to have less gravity yet it could have the same negative impact as the previous items we previously discussed in part 1 of this article.

 

1. Job Title. There are times when you may find yourself doing work far beyond the scope of your job. However, doing only part of a certain job does not grant you the… Read More

 

 

Have you read any recent resume faux pas that made you laugh hysterically or perhaps caused you to shake your head? Ever wonder how some people got hired with those amazing (read awful) blunders and errors they have on their resumes. Conversely, have you ever made an embarrassing gaffe which you may (or may not) have corrected either because somebody pointed it out/called your attention or you discovered it yourself? People do write the most peculiar things on their resumes that are downright hilarious at times. Here are some weird things actual people have put on their resume that they shouldn’t have. These are… Read More

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Working day by day doing the same things over and over can get boring. And if you lack the initiative to to help yourself then you’d be stuck doing the same job just for the sake of working. No advancement, no change. Don’t get let yourself get stuck, get out there and more skills!

 

Claiming expertise entails more than doing the same things daily, but doing it well, in a timely fashion and free from errors. This involves continuous learning, and if you're not into that you should be thinking about doing something else (seriously!). Adding to your list of skills or upgrading your skills can spice up your career...and how! You’d… Read More

Don’t you just wish you knew what the HR Manager is thinking so you could put your best foot forward, avoid blunders and subsequently get hired? Well, you’re not alone. There are things that HR Managers won’t tell you, but they sure wish you knew before you entered the door.

 

1. Good grooming. Appearance is always important, so you have to look impressive. Good grooming isn’t just about being neat; it’s also dressing appropriately. If you need a job in the corporate world, you have to show that you can dress the part.

 

2. Do your homework. Don’t ever walk into an interview… Read More

When we’re young we often think of retirement as the time when you are "too old to work." However, the recent years have showed us that individuals as early as 40 start to take advantage of lucrative early retirement packages. Some enterprising people have managed to achieve their target savings early enough to supply and exceed all their expected needs through their senior years. Good for them!

 

But life doesn’t always go the way we planned or dreamed it to be. Sometimes after retirement, you may find the need to get back into the workforce for a number of different reasons. Boredom, the need to meet new people, the need for… Read More

Being spontaneous can be really fun. However, quitting your job is never fun if it leaves you staring blankly at the wall. Once in a while we get so caught up in our emotions (like quitting) that we do things without giving it much thought. Maybe a promising new opportunity has you all fired up...or you suddenly lost your cool while talking to your boss. Whatever it is, don't quit your job yet...you need to come up with a game plan.

 

Once you sever your major source of income, you’d be surprised at how fast you can lose your savings. Savings…what savings? Uh oh, if you’re asking that now then you better think things over and… Read More

Just because you’re a creative freelancer, it doesn’t mean you’re exempt from the tough competition in the job market; you still have to compete with other people and corporations. Freelancers can be required to submit resumes, too; so it’s important to stay on top of resume-writing trends. A well-crafted resume shows clients that you are serious about your career and you’re not above using the most fundamental career tool. Here are some useful tips to make your resume stand out when you spread the word about what you can offer.

 

Keywords always work. Resumes in the modern world rely heavily on keywords… Read More

Your cover letter is your first impression and your first chance to stand out from the crowd; so it needs to be well-crafted. It tells the employer what position you are applying for and gives you a shot to sell yourself and your credentials. The trick is to make it interesting to read, enough to capture the interest of your prospective employer. Here are five tips to help breathe life into your cover letter:

 

1. Names, don’t ever forget names. Job ads often include the name of the contact person or the hiring manager. Always use it to avoid creating a form letter (Dear Sir/Madam can put off certain people) and make sure you have… Read More

Age doesn’t matter. Maybe you agree, maybe not. This statement, wherever used is often subjective. Like...if you were thinking of going back to school...especially when you’re close to 40 or even beyond. If you’re one of those people who has included going back to school in their list of frustrations in life, let me try to convince you that it's never too late.

 

Meet Nola Ochs, a 98 year old woman who recently graduated from Fort Hays State University who has the rare distinction of being called the oldest Master's degree holder. You may think that graduating at that age may not mean much anymore since there won’t be a lot… Read More