Monthly Archive for March, 2008

Thinking About Changing Career Paths?

A complete career switch may sound daunting to you but in fact, the number of working adults that are changing career paths is increasing at an astonishing rate. On the average, the worker will experience three career switches throughout their entire working life, and there are indications that Continue reading ‘Thinking About Changing Career Paths?’

How to Negotiate Salary for a New Job

Before the first interview, it is essential that you have already formulated a strategy to negotiate salary. Failing to do so, it’s likely your potential employer will seize the opportunity to either recruit you at a lower pay or agree to your expected salary but burden you with numerous additional duties. Continue reading ‘How to Negotiate Salary for a New Job’

How to Write Effective CV / Resumes

To secure an interview opportunity, well-written CV / resumes are one of the most essential tools required. You should see it as an advertisement of how your skills can help to fulfill the employer’s requirements. The furthest a SO-SO resume can do is to get you an interview, but a powerful resume can Continue reading ‘How to Write Effective CV / Resumes’

Tips for Second Interview (Part 2 of 2)

If the interviewers are satisfied with your performance during the second interview, it may result in either a job offer or an opportunity to proceed to the next round of interview. Both outcomes are positive but you have to be mindful of WHAT TO DO or rather how to react in both situations. Continue reading ‘Tips for Second Interview (Part 2 of 2)’

Tips for Second Interview (Part 1 of 2)

It has become common practice for most companies to conduct a few rounds of interview in order to determine the ideal candidate to hire. If you have aced that first round of interview, you are likely to be called back for a second round of interview. Continue reading ‘Tips for Second Interview (Part 1 of 2)’

3 Key Points to Career Planning Success

It has become common knowledge that setting effective career goals will help you in attaining the job that you desire; you may have determined these goals, but are they genuinely achievable – and are you truly working hard to reach them? Continue reading ‘3 Key Points to Career Planning Success’