Everybody has career dreams and expectations, they are what drives us forward and motivates us for success. We use expectations to judge ourselves and others. But are they realistic? Not all expectations are healthy and should be avoided. It can be very damaging to work with someone who constantly sets unrealistic expectations, ones that are Continued »
This is going to sound counter intuitive. The best way to land a job quicker is to stop looking for a job. I know right. Sounds crazy. The logic behind this madness is that while you are so focused on searching for the perfect role, your eyes are blind to hundreds of other opportunities. Through Continued »
Have you dreamed about starting your own company? Almost everybody at one time or another has thought about this, the fantasy of being your own boss, feeling fulfilled, following your dream, the master of you’re own destiny. However the sad fact of the matter is that the majority of startups fail early on, roughly 50% Continued »
Hunting for a new job can be a long and arduous task. It can take weeks or even months and is sometimes a very lonely journey. At the beginning you are excited, optimistic and motivated, but after weeks of rejection it can be hard to stay motivated. A positive mental attitude is almost as important Continued »
Life is made to be lived. Since you spend roughly 66% of your year working, wouldn’t it be better if you were doing something that you loved. Some studies reveal that on average 70% of employees are dissatisfied with their career and are merely going through the daily grind. We’re not sure about you but Continued »
An interview is like a first date. You have to leave all your negative baggage at home and concentrate on impressing the person sitting opposite you. Everybody has a past, both negative and positive, but there is a time and a place to let it show. To make sure you don’t send your hiring manager Continued »
If you’re serious about changing your job and your career path it is never too late. It is not uncommon to find yourself in a job that no longer makes you jump out of bed in the morning. Maybe you fell into a job that isn’t the right match or you’ve been doing it for Continued »
Wouldn’t it be so much better in job interviews were easier and hiring managers didn’t seem like they were out to trick you? It almost seems like they’re trying to make you mess up before you’ve even started working. We’ll let you into a secret. They are!! This is exactly the point of interviews. Hiring Continued »
Every great career plan starts with S.M.A.R.T. goals. No, these are not just intelligent or wise goals. These are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Results Oriented, and Time Specified. Let’s dive in a find out how to navigate a winning path to success. Specific – Avoid anything to general or broad. A S.M.A.R.T. goal is detailed, exact and Continued »