May 24, 2013

10 Steps To Preparing For A Job Interview

10 Steps To Preparing For A Job Interview

There’s not much in life more daunting than a job interview. Getting married, bringing up a child – sure, there are a couple of things. However, an interview is the case of having 30 minutes to sell yourself to people who could just change your life. Don’t be scared though – there are a few simple steps that if you follow, should put you one step closer to that dream role.

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Research is key when accepting a new position

Research is key when accepting a new position

If you have been looking to move jobs and have got as far as being offered a position, it’s vitally important that you only make your decision after doing some relevant research – from ensuring that the business is one in which you feel you can build an enjoyable and lucrative career in, to making sure the firm is on a sound financial footing, with company directors that don’t have any skeletons in their closets.

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How to Get Jobs in Mining

How to Get Jobs in Mining

Hugo Infante/Government of Chile   With the mining resources boom throughout the world, mining industry is in the forefront when it comes to offering multiple job opportunities. Mining industry is currently offering those who are ready to perform huge tasks a great deal of opportunity to showcase their skills and earn handsomely. If you are [...]

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Re-Entering the Workforce Requires Motivation, a Positive Attitude, and a Crash Course in Technology

Re-Entering the Workforce

Above: Adriana Kugler, Chief Economist, U.S. Department of Labor, speaks during the Working for Women – Lansing forum at the James B. Henry Center for Executive Development at Michigan State University in Lansing, MI – Photo Courtesy: US Department of Labor   Women over the age of 30 are the most common group of people [...]

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Don’t underestimate the value of a good cover letter

Don’t underestimate the value of a good cover letter

Always attach a Cover Letter with your Resume – Photo Courtesy: Billy Brown   If someone were to poll job applicants about which is the most important document for them, the resume is likely to be their verdict. This answer is actually not incorrect, but did you know your cover letter is as important a [...]

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