The first three questions that lead to career success have nothing to do with companies, sectors, or job openings. The right way to start your discovery is looking inward. Ask yourself: What am I curious about? What do I already know I’m interested in? What experiences have I had that produced the greatest learning? Because
Informational interviews can be a treasure trove of useful tips that help you get a great job, or they can be a terrible waste of your time (and your interviewees’ time as well). The difference between a great result and a disappointing one all rests with a simple question. It’s almost never asked. That question
Most candidates spend some time researching online, trying to figure out what questions they’ll be asked in a job interview. They spend a good bit of time crafting their answers. Some people devote time for practicing or doing role-play. But the one thing almost every candidate fails to do is set the appropriate goals and
Some of the best positions are created by the applicant. Spontaneous application is the term for reaching out to an employer or internship provider that does not have a job posted. Your outreach means you are more interested in the company than you are in filling an order. That says a lot about you. You
It is not our differences that divide us, it is our inability to recognize , accept, and celebrate those differences.” -Audre Lorde I’m sure many can attest to 2020 being one of the craziest and most unpredictable years in our lifetime. We have quarantined against a virus, advocated against civil injustice, and have witnessed
What do CEOs ask their recruiters and hiring managers about the final candidates competing for a job or internship? In a letter to his shareholders, Jeff Bezos shared the grilling he gives someone who is recommending a job candidate for his company. Below you’ll find his questions and some tips that will get you to
You can bring any internship, job, or career question to your career advisor. I am ready to help you with a myriad of challenges, ideas, discovery exercises, or whatever is on your mind – especially during this “interesting” time in the working world. From “what career is right for me?” to setting up the ideal
Successful executives and entrepreneurs embody this famous sentiment, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” Famous athletes spend hours practicing how to hit a game winning shot in a championship game. Mega social media influencers write, shoot, and edit a ton of content before they gain their first 100 followers. All performers know the
A very successful creative director once said, “Without a deadline, nothing would get done.” Because Alice was renowned (and recruited) for her rare combination of imagination and leadership skills, her reliance on the pressure of the clock might be shocking. Of course, Alice simply revealed the ultimate determinant of great advertising: when is the ad
“I found the absolutely perfect job. It’s me! I have to work there!” These can be the most nerve-wracking, heart-breaking, and time-wasting sentiments a job seeker can have. Having a job crush means you found an attractive and exciting opportunity that stops you in your tracks. You fixate on it. Read the post over and