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Planning Your Career
Tips and tricks on how to plan your career
Is It Better to Quit, Be Laid Off, or Get Fired?
There may come a time in your professional life when you have to decide between quitting a job and waiting to be terminated. Leaving a job is never easy, no matter how you choose to do it. Your daily patterns can get disrupted, and you may feel insecure about the time...
How to Make a Career Change at 50
Changing careers is intimidating at any age. But, when you hit 50, career pivots become even more daunting as usually, by this time, you have established a professional identity and have a life full of family responsibilities. However, this should not dissuade you...
How to Find the Right Jobs for 14 or 15-Year-Olds in the US
While some get their first job in their 20s and 30s, some others start as young as 14 or 15. Irrespective of the age, it is essential to find the right job that aligns with your interests and experience. Teenage employment is quite common in the US. While the rate of...
The Future of Work and How It Could Affect Your Career
The constant changes and challenges that the job market has witnessed over the last 24 months are extraordinary and terrifying at the same time. The power shift within the markets has affected everyone involved. The world of work is impacted by the current trends in...
Signs it is Time to Move to a New Career
Career changes can be considered stressful and time-consuming. They also bring a sense of uncertainty. As a result, many professionals choose to stay in a job they don’t like rather than look for something more meaningful. According to a study, about 43% of people are...
Financial Advice for a Career Change
Changing careers is an emotional process. It requires a lot of motivation, effort, self-confidence, and hope. However, career transition also requires sufficient financial resources. Whether you have a job or not, you have to eat, live, and survive. While we can...
Careers to Choose in 2022
The year 2022 looks promising in terms of global employment. While it may take some time for the hiring to go back to the pre-pandemic levels, the job market is expected to recover gradually. Companies are expected to hire more this year. The US job market and the...
Good and Bad Reasons to Leave a Job
Leaving a job is a crucial decision that depends on a number of factors. On average, a job search takes five to six months. Hence, it is important to be completely sure about switching careers. While there are some legit reasons to move to a new career, some people...
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Finding Your Best Job
Resources to help you identify a job you love
How to Find a Remote Customer Representative Job
Do you enjoy talking to people, have a knack for problem-solving, and are looking to work from the comfort of your home? A remote customer service position may just be the right pick for you. Whether you are setting foot in the professional world or thinking about...
What is Remote Work? A Comprehensive Guide
Remote work isn’t new at all. But as the global pandemic dramatically changed the work landscape, it has become increasingly popular and is predicted to be a permanent fixture in the years to come. In fact, the Ladders projected that by the end of 2022, 25% of jobs in...
How to Find Online Jobs with Little to No Experience
The internet has changed the way we work. People can do many online jobs from the comfort of their homes that require minimum experience. Whether you are a recent graduate, a stay-at-home parent, or a carer of a loved one at home, you can find an online job aligned...
How To Decline a Job Offer Gracefully (With Examples)
Turning down a job offer can be a difficult and awkward process. You may almost feel like you’re breaking a promise or not holding up your end of the deal. But is it wrong to turn down an offer? Absolutely not. In today’s candidate-driven job market, professionals may...
The Benefits and Challenges of Working from Home
The Covid-19 pandemic has drastically reshaped the concept of work and the workplace. Companies are increasingly becoming ‘virtual-first’ and embracing new models of working. Work from home (WFH) is no longer a passing fad but has become the new normal for businesses...
How to Write an Email for a Job Application
There are a variety of ways candidates can submit their job applications. According to Jobvite, job boards and career sites are among companies' top sources for recruiting. However, another study revealed that 85% of recruiters use email as their main channel for...
How to Get a Job without Prior Work Experience
“But unfortunately, we have decided to proceed with more suitable candidates...” This is one of the most hurtful lines for a job seeker. Still, many candidates hear such things every day from recruiters. There can be various reasons for rejection, but one of the most...
Top UK Industries with Talent Shortage
Due to lockdowns and strict travel restrictions globally, many businesses were impacted. Consequently, many workers were laid off. But as the restrictions are coming to an end and companies are reopening worldwide, some countries are facing a shortage of working...
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Identifying Your New Industry
Everything you need to know if you are considering an industry change
How to Accept a Job Offer (With Examples)
You did it! You went through the grueling job application process, and the company finally extended a job offer. Phew, you are done, right? Not exactly. Accepting an offer isn't as simple as saying, "Thanks! I'll take it". You need to make sure you are happy with all...
Salary Negotiation Tips for Fresh Graduates
Most fresh graduates shy away from salary negotiation. In fact, a study revealed that 62% of candidates who recently graduated did not negotiate their salaries. This is despite 74% of hiring managers saying they had room to increase the first salary offer by 5% to...
Building a Career in the Renewable Energy Industry
If a career change is on your mind, then Renewable Energy, commonly referred to as the Green or Clean Energy Industry, can be an attractive career path. Not only will you be a part of a movement that is helping to save the environment but also of an industry that may...
Building a Career in the eCommerce Industry
When it comes to looking for a new job, it can be a transformative experience. You get to choose how you will spend most of your time in the coming years. But with that comes the burden of trying to make the right choice. It is tough to look for a new job, especially...
Negotiating Your Salary: A Comprehensive Guide
Learning how to negotiate a higher salary can make a significant impact on your earnings. This doesn't only apply to your next role, but also to your long-term career based on your compound earning potential. Despite this, most candidates are hesitant to negotiate...
Bouncing Back from an Unsuccessful Salary Negotiation
Salary negotiations are considered to be a daunting process. According to a survey, less than 40% of professionals negotiated salaries in their last jobs. This is because salary negotiations may come with the anxiety and fear of being judged and coming across as...
How to Answer the Salary Question on Online Job Applications
Online job applications nowadays typically go beyond just uploading and submitting resumes and cover letters. For most employers, good application documents simply won’t cut the mustard. In most cases, candidates would need to fill out an online application form to be...
FAQs When Negotiating Benefits
A compensation package typically comprises salary and benefits. While salary makes up a significant portion of the offer, the benefit elements shouldn’t be brushed aside. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, benefits combined are worth 31% of your total...
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Evaluating An Employer
All you need to know to screen your employers of choice
How to Accept a Job Offer (With Examples)
You did it! You went through the grueling job application process, and the company finally extended a job offer. Phew, you are done, right? Not exactly. Accepting an offer isn't as simple as saying, "Thanks! I'll take it". You need to make sure you are happy with all...
Salary Negotiation Tips for Fresh Graduates
Most fresh graduates shy away from salary negotiation. In fact, a study revealed that 62% of candidates who recently graduated did not negotiate their salaries. This is despite 74% of hiring managers saying they had room to increase the first salary offer by 5% to...
Top 12 Remote Employers in 2022
Remote work is the ‘new normal’ today, but not long ago, it was one of the most coveted perks. Not many professions and companies were able to offer remote to their employees. But after the outbreak of Covid-19, organizations were forced to migrate their operations to...
Top Start-up Employers in the USA
Working with a start-up is different than working in a larger company. The work environment at a start-up is fast-paced, flexible, and fun. You also get a chance to be a part of the next big thing. But it is not all rainbows in the world of start-ups. Small teams,...
Negotiating Your Salary: A Comprehensive Guide
Learning how to negotiate a higher salary can make a significant impact on your earnings. This doesn't only apply to your next role, but also to your long-term career based on your compound earning potential. Despite this, most candidates are hesitant to negotiate...
Bouncing Back from an Unsuccessful Salary Negotiation
Salary negotiations are considered to be a daunting process. According to a survey, less than 40% of professionals negotiated salaries in their last jobs. This is because salary negotiations may come with the anxiety and fear of being judged and coming across as...
5 Common Characteristics of Start-up Employers
If we look back a couple of years, we would notice that corporate players were dream employers for most candidates. However, with a change in time, startups have not only made a mark commercially, but their fast-paced culture, growth opportunities, and relaxed culture...
How to Answer the Salary Question on Online Job Applications
Online job applications nowadays typically go beyond just uploading and submitting resumes and cover letters. For most employers, good application documents simply won’t cut the mustard. In most cases, candidates would need to fill out an online application form to be...
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Job Market News
All you need to know about the job market
How to Accept a Job Offer (With Examples)
You did it! You went through the grueling job application process, and the company finally extended a job offer. Phew, you are done, right? Not exactly. Accepting an offer isn't as simple as saying, "Thanks! I'll take it". You need to make sure you are happy with all...
Salary Negotiation Tips for Fresh Graduates
Most fresh graduates shy away from salary negotiation. In fact, a study revealed that 62% of candidates who recently graduated did not negotiate their salaries. This is despite 74% of hiring managers saying they had room to increase the first salary offer by 5% to...
2022 Global Job Market Trends
The pandemic impacted the job market globally. Whether it is the US, UK, or Canada, the employment market crashed all over the world. While data shows that the global market is recovering, it would still take some time to reach the pre-pandemic hiring levels. The...
US Job Market 2022
The US job market witnessed a lot of ups and downs in the last two years. From people losing jobs in 2020 to the great resignation in 2021, the market’s instability impacted employers, employees, and job seekers. After rigorous efforts from the government and...
Negotiating Your Salary: A Comprehensive Guide
Learning how to negotiate a higher salary can make a significant impact on your earnings. This doesn't only apply to your next role, but also to your long-term career based on your compound earning potential. Despite this, most candidates are hesitant to negotiate...
Bouncing Back from an Unsuccessful Salary Negotiation
Salary negotiations are considered to be a daunting process. According to a survey, less than 40% of professionals negotiated salaries in their last jobs. This is because salary negotiations may come with the anxiety and fear of being judged and coming across as...
How to Answer the Salary Question on Online Job Applications
Online job applications nowadays typically go beyond just uploading and submitting resumes and cover letters. For most employers, good application documents simply won’t cut the mustard. In most cases, candidates would need to fill out an online application form to be...
FAQs When Negotiating Benefits
A compensation package typically comprises salary and benefits. While salary makes up a significant portion of the offer, the benefit elements shouldn’t be brushed aside. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, benefits combined are worth 31% of your total...
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Top Career Skills
Advice on the most valuable skills for your career
Top In-Demand Interpersonal Skills by Employers
So, you've got the relevant background and the technical skills needed for your dream role. You may wonder, "Phew, that's all I need to land the job, right?" Well, not really. Employers are increasingly searching for another critical layer of skills in candidates:...
Top Marketing Skills in 2022
Marketing is one of the most critical business functions. Spreading the word about the product, service, or the brand itself is as important as its inception. As the world shut down during the pandemic, organizations embraced digital marketing as their choice of...
Top Finance Skills 2022
Finance jobs are among the highest-paid jobs in the market. Hence, a career in finance is highly desirable. In today’s competitive job market, it is essential for finance professionals to demonstrate more than just education from top schools. Combining top skills and...
Top Executive Management Skills
The push for career growth in senior positions is highly competitive. Managers who aspire to be in senior leadership or C-suite level roles need a specialized combination of management skills and capabilities. Some of these skills can be learned, while others come...
How to Improve Your Project Management Skills
A project manager can be a highly paid and in-demand role whose responsibility is to deliver successful projects. Projects may include anything from expanding a product line to revamping the internal IT infrastructure. Project managers focus on delivering projects and...
9 Top Skills Employers Look for in 2022
As we prepare to adjust to the post-pandemic workplace, we can be sure about one thing: the ways of working will never be the same. Hybrid working models, remote and global teams, soaring usage of online collaboration platforms, etc., are just some changes that we see...
Top Tech Skills in Demand 2022
Technology companies have been the top profitable organizations for some years now. With the advent of the metaverse by Meta and the boom in Tesla’s valuation, it looks like tech companies will stay on top. As we prepare to enter the endemic stage of the Covid...
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