It’s no secret how nerve-racking interviews can be, but what if I told you there was a way to ace your next interview using the science of psychology? Well, there is and, it’s not even really that much of a secret! Even though the person sitting across from you in an...
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8 Do’s and Don’ts for Building a Bad*ss Elevator Pitch
The term “elevator pitch” or elevator speech gets used a lot in the professional world, but what exactly is it and what does it mean? You’re not trying to educate someone on all things elevators! Your elevator pitch is a verbal snapshot of you as a professional that...
Ask A Recruiter: What Your Silence Actually Says
During your job search, you come across a job that piques your interest. You reach out to the recruiter either through email or by applying to the job. You connect and schedule a time to talk further, but in between that initial outreach and your scheduled call,...
The Differences Between a Phone Interview and a Phone Screen
If you have ever searched for a job, you’ll know that a prospective employer won’t make a hiring decision based on one interaction with you; there are stages to the interview and hiring process. In today’s world, because so many employers use the telephone to make...
10 Simple Technology Tips That Will Take Your Virtual Interview to the Next Level
Virtual interviews are becoming a popular tool in the hiring world. During a virtual interview, the candidate and employer meet face-to-face via computer (technically speaking, webcam to webcam) rather than in person. This is a relatively new occurrence and if you’re...
How Does Your Face-to-Face Customer Service Experience Translate to Remote Roles?
If you are someone who has worked mostly (or exclusively) in face-to-face customer service roles, it is easy to psych yourself out when you are looking for a job in today’s world. Many roles in today’s employment landscape are at all or --at least partially-- remote....
Waving Goodbye to the Handshake: Creative Alternatives You Can Try on Your Next Interview
Whether it’s through grip or greeting, you can learn a lot about someone from their handshake. It only takes a few seconds to do, but your handshake communicates confidence, respect, friendliness, etc. And, if you’re (un)lucky enough, you might just learn about the...
Thank You, Next: How to Professionally Decline a Job Offer
One of the greatest feelings in the world is receiving a job offer. Not only is it flattering to learn you are the best fit for a role and someone sees potential in you, but it’s also incredibly validating when all your hard work pays off. Being selected as the best...
5 Must-Ask Interview Questions to Assess a Company’s Remote Work Structure
In recent months, remote work has become more popular and, arguably, necessary to keep professionals safe during the current pandemic. Before the COVID-19 outbreak, many companies already had work-from-home (WFH) programs available, but for every company that had a...
8 Essential Steps to Ensure a Smooth Transition to a New Career
Has inspiration struck? Are you ready to transition into a position involving your newfound passion? Maybe you went to school for something and had a change of heart once you got a job in your field. Whatever reason you may have for wanting a professional change, you...










