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The sun is shining. Everything is tweeting. Spring is here. The perfect time to air out the house, clean the garage, and put away your winter clothes. While you’re at it, why not clean up and update your job-search tools? You may not be actively looking for a new job but it never hurts to… Read more »

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Phew! The interview is over and you feel great. You were prepared, you answered their questions clearly, and you calmed your own jangled nerves long enough to get through it! Now what?  Show your good manners by doing the following: Say thanks. Thank the interviewers, including the recruiter, via email. If the company won’t give… Read more »

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We’ve all heard it. When you go on a job interview, you’re interviewing the company just as much as they are interviewing you. You might think it’s hogwash but you can get some valuable information by asking the following questions during your interview. Then consider the answers to see if the job is a fit… Read more »

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No one likes to make mistakes on the job, and we all make them. It’s embarrassing and uncomfortable. But it turns out that mistakes can be extremely helpful if you have a “growth mind-set”. If you do, you won’t mind making mistakes as long as you can learn from them. Stanford psychologist Carol Dwek, described… Read more »

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Last week we shared some ideas on how to write a good cover letter; one that reflects who you are in a friendly and professional tone. A good cover letter isn’t a rehash of your resume; it is a way to make a good first impression. Below are two more tips. Highlight the skills and… Read more »