If you are an introvert, you’ve probably heard so many stereotypes about yourself. After all, many people misunderstand the distinction of being an introvert, ambivert and extrovert. The reality is that being an introvert does not mean you are ineffective at social interactions but rather that you tend to draw energy from solitude and expend energy in social situations. In fact, you can thrive in…
Many professionals fail to realize is that resume writing has significantly evolved over time – and continues to do so. Using some of these practices may make your resume look dated. Let’s take a look at three resume writing practices that you need to abandon immediately when writing a modern resume. Objective Statements For a long time, the objective statement was a big trend in…
Do you want to get promoted at work? It is quite popular to think that hard work speaks for itself. After all, your boss surely recognizes how well you perform at work. While hard work is generally noticed, it is not often seen in the way you might hope. You may hope that your hard work will be rewarded with a promotion. However, your employer…
Just finished your interview. Great job! Now, what next? It’s normal to feel critical about yourself and overanalyze your responses after an interview. We’re sharing 5 things you should do after an interview – regretting what you said and didn’t say is not one of them! 1. Take a little break and give yourself time to decompress Interviews can be exhausting. You’ve spent hours, sometimes…
If you’re an introvert at work, you can stand out and get promoted! Let’s face it, introverts make great leaders (no bias at all 😅 ). If you are a talented introvert at work who is planning on moving into a leadership role, here is something you should know: 👉🏽 Hard work alone won’t land you that promotion. You need to speak up, be visible…
According to Indeed, January and February are the best times of the year to land a job. With renewed budgets, many organizations are in hiring mode. If you are like many who will take advantage of this time to land a new role, make sure your resume meets today’s standards! After reviewing hundreds of resumes, here are the top 4 mistakes I often see. I…
Getting a job promotion isn’t about doing your current job well; it’s about showing that you can do the next one even better. Here are 10 ways to help you get noticed and promoted: 1. Show enthusiasm and curiosity Energy is infectious, so don’t be shy to love your position out loud. So, show interest in your work, your colleagues, and your workplace. 2. Develop an…
Powerful action verbs can separate good resumes from great ones. In addition, using action words or action verbs will help you clearly communicate your skills and experience. Why are Resume Action Verbs Important? Using action verbs will help improve the overall readability of your resume. It will also help you be more specific in communicating your results and achievements. Each bullet on your resume should…
Have you noticed that those who tend to move ahead in their careers aren’t always the most qualified? As an introvert starting my career many years ago, this used to frustrate me a lot. Over time, I realized that keeping a low profile and expecting my work to speak for itself doesn’t always work. So how do you increase your visibility at work without bragging…
Have you ever asked yourself: What are you known for at work? Is it something worth celebrating? Businesses are often recommended to define their market niche. A niche is described as an area of specialization. It is a problem that you can solve when operating in your ‘zone of genius’. The same can apply to your career. In this blog post, learning how to create…
