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Alternative Ways to Reach Your Career Goals ◄

As we’re growing up, we’re often asked what we want to be. As small children our answer is obviously always incredibly basic and typically influenced by the careers we are frequently exposed to: doctor, police officer, trash collector, etc. Even after we’ve reached adulthood sometimes our ideas of career opportunities can be pretty narrow. For […]
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Improving Mental Health In The Workplace ◄

Often times when we look at our lifestyle in an attempt to assess our health, we tend to focus on the physical aspects. We ask ourselves questions regarding our diets and amount of exercise, which in an office environment, can be difficult to keep at a healthy level. Maybe because of that we choose to […]
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How to Find a Job YOU Love ◄

Finding a job that suits your personality and long-term career desires can be exceptionally difficult, especially right after college graduation. But getting hired by an organization that you actually care about with a work environment you enjoy is the key to a happy work life. After all, the average American will spend 8.9 hours per […]
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3 Ways Sales Training Can Help You Land a Marketing Job ◄

While on the hunt for a new marketing job, you will likely find it a competitive market. If you want to stand out amongst other marketers, you should consider broadening your sales expertise. Sales training will help you… 1. Create Better Presentations When you understand how sales works and what customers are looking for, you […]
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How to Make Your Own Luck at Networking Events ◄

No matter how experienced you are professionally, networking events can be overwhelming. You’re thrown into a room with dozens and dozens of people you don’t know, and you have a limited of time to make an impression. While it’s tempting to stand in the corner and sip your drink nervously, here are some tips on […]
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College Grads: Are You Ready for Your First Job? ◄

Are you ready to enter the job market for the first time? Before you starting going out on interviews, consider running a background check on yourself to see what your criminal record looks like. Picture this: you recently graduated from college and your newly minted degree is hanging on your wall. Now, with the inspirational […]
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Pros and Cons of Interviewing with a Recruiter vs. Hiring Manager ◄

Interviewing with a recruiter can be an excellent way for you to find and land that perfect job. Of course, there are pros and cons to interviewing with a recruiter versus a hiring manager. If you have found a good recruiter, you will see minimal cons. However, if you have found a bad recruiter then […]
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How to Answer “Tell Us Something Unique About You” ◄

There are a number of dreaded interview questions. “Tell us about your biggest weakness” is certainly one, as it can be tricky to find a way to turn a negative into a positive without seeming fake or like you’re bragging. Another one that often stumps job seekers is “Tell us something unique about you.” It […]
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5 Reasons to Find a New Recruiter ◄

Working with a recruiter can be a great way for you to land the perfect job. However, don’t be fooled into thinking that all recruiters are created equal. There are some bad recruiters out there and it’s important for you to spot them before you waste any of your precious time. There are 5 reasons […]
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How a Personal Website Enhances Your Job Search ◄

Regardless of the field you’re in, a personal website significantly enhances your online presence, and can elevate your profile as you hunt for a new job opportunity. Whether you’re an artist, an engineer, a teacher, or something in between, establishing a presence online allows you to give potential employers a better look at who you […]
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3 Signs Executives Should Explore A Career Pivot ◄

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As you climb the ladder, the path to success seem pretty clear. But there are some signs executives should explore a career pivot...

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‘What’s Your Biggest Weakness?’ How To Answer Common Interview Questions ◄

‘What’s Your Biggest Weakness?’ How To Answer Common Interview Questions Work It Daily

Common interview questions like "What's your biggest weakness?" can be hard to answer. This is how to impress ANY job interviewer with your response...

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Why You Should Relocate To Portland, Oregon ◄

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Thinking about moving to pursue a career opportunity? Here are a few reasons why you should relocate to Portland, Oregon.

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3 HUGE Problems With Your Networking Strategy ◄

3 HUGE Problems With Your Networking Strategy Work It Daily

If you’re struggling to make more career friends and professional connections, you should change your networking strategy. Are you making these mistakes?

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California Tech Sales | SoCal (A Xerox Company) ◄

California Tech Sales | SoCal (A Xerox Company) Work It Daily

SoCal is a subsidiary of Global Imaging Systems - a Xerox company and is looking for professionals interested in California tech sales.

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4 Things Recruiters Are Looking For When They Search You Online ◄

4 Things Recruiters Are Looking For When They Search You Online Work It Daily

Recruiters are lurking on your social accounts. Are they seeing what you want them to see?

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How To Find The Confidence To Defy The Odds In Your Career ◄

How To Find The Confidence To Defy The Odds In Your Career Work It Daily

There are times in your life where everything aligns perfectly, but then there are others where different parts of your life begin to shift, leaving you to pick up the pieces. (Psst! Can’t get hired? Watch this free tutorial.) When you are confronted with the latter, it’s important to be confident when change presents itself and […]

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Why You’re TERRIFIED To Find A New Job (Even If You’re Completely Miserable) ◄

Why You’re TERRIFIED To Find A New Job (Even If You’re Completely Miserable) Work It Daily

You’re completely miserable in your current job, but you’re absolutely terrified to find a new job. But why?

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How Financial Literacy Can Improve Your Career After College ◄

How Financial Literacy Can Improve Your Career After College Work It Daily

There are many benefits to working on your financial literacy to ensure you maintain healthy finances and a balanced career. Here are a few ways financial literacy can improve your finances and career.

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CO, NM & WY Tech Sales | Lewan Technology (A Xerox Company) ◄

CO, NM & WY Tech Sales | Lewan Technology (A Xerox Company) Work It Daily

Lewan Technology is a subsidiary of Global Imaging Systems. They are looking for professionals who are interested in CO, NM & WY Tech Sales.

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Poll Results: Is Your Career Turning into Your Parents? ◄

Did your parents influence your career? We’ve all heard the saying: “one day you’ll turn around and realize you’ve turned into your parents.” Maybe you finally started to go bald like dad, or you sent your teenager to their room for a fender bender and realized how your mom felt when you wrecked your first […]

How to Follow Up After an Interview ◄

You’ve got your foot in the door, but how do you make sure they let you in? We’ve all been there. The interview is over, and you feel great. You breezed past every question, provided solid references, and you know you’re the right person for the job. But three weeks go by and you don’t […]

Job Spotlight: Insurance Agent ◄

Get paid to keep people safe Despite already having experience with several jobs, many working adults are unable to answer that age-old question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Our Job Spotlight monthly blog series is designed to help you answer that question. In this series, we review all the basics […]

Get Your Dream Job with These Online Resources ◄

We’re living in a technological age. These days if you can think it, there’s probably a website for it. So why not embrace that technology and employ these tools in your job search journey? A recent Forbes article listed several of these online job-search power boosters. Here are our favorites, as well as a suggestion […]

Poll Question: What Does Flexible Work Mean for You? ◄

In April, we asked what you value as the most important non-health related benefit from employers. A flexible work schedule was the top choice, garnering 17% of the vote. But “flexible work” means something different for everyone. Gary might prefer more vacation time, while Marsha wants to work remotely. Kimberly, on the other hand, just […]

Body Language: When You Ruin Your Interview Without Opening Your Mouth ◄

In an ideal world, interviews would purely be about your skills and accomplishments. An interview would consist of placing your resume in a machine and watching it match you to the perfect position. But we aren’t just our resumes. We’re people. Each one of us has our own personality, culture, and worldview. Those differences are […]

Navigating Complex Workplace Situations; Or: My Coworker Smells Bad—How Do I Tell Him? ◄

We’ve all been there. Maybe someone in your cubicle row breathes loudly. Or someone on the assembly line just won’t stop talking. And then there’s the case of the coworker that smells … less than good. These are all real problems, but you’re working with this person every day. How can you politely let them […]

Ask a Recruiter: How Much Should You Share About Your Past Job in an Interview? ◄

Are you telling too much? Or not enough? You got past the phone interview and now you’re sitting in front of someone who could be your boss in the very near future. Then they ask the dreaded question: “Why did you leave your previous position?” You have so much to say. Maybe your boss was […]

The Top 3 Seasonal Work Opportunities ◄

Do you hear that? Turkeys are gobbling and sleigh bells are jingling… Although seasonal hiring is going on year-round, the end of the year is especially full of tantalizing opportunities. From holiday banquet servers and retail employees to event security at the big game, there’s something for everyone. These jobs are a great way to […]

Why You Should Always Follow Up After an Interview Offer ◄

It’s just professional! You spent hours job searching and now you’ve received a few different requests for interviews with companies. However, you’ve decided that one of the jobs isn’t for you. Maybe you get busy and forget to call them back, or perhaps you are simply no longer interested in the position. Regardless of reason, […]