Entreneurship Archive

One of the most common reasons candidates are rejected after a job interview is that they don't provide enough relevant, tangible examples of what they've done in their current or previous jobs that would be relevant to the position they are seeking.When you're looking for a new job, you need to provide specific, concrete examples […]

As a career coach, I often get asked about the best strategies for landing a job. I'll be honest: I don’t encourage my clients to rely heavily on job boards. They aren’t as effective as most people think. Instead, I have them take a more proactive and personal approach that yields much better results—job shopping.What […]

Interview questions are not as straightforward as they seem, and answering just one question incorrectly may put you out of the running for a job.The takeaway? Be ready to read between the lines.Here are seven of the most common interview questions, what the hiring manager is really asking, and how you should respond.What Are The […]

You hate your job. You find yourself complaining about it daily to your family and friends. Every Sunday night, you tell yourself that you're finally going to quit and find a new job because you just can't take it anymore. But you don't.Instead, you go to work, come home, complain, and start the whole cycle […]

Let's talk about something even more important than knowing to mute yourself on Zoom: your network.Building a strong and diverse professional network isn't just a good idea; it is THE cheat code for your career. The right people in your network can open doors you didn't even know existed, empowering you to reach new levels […]

Someone accepted your request to connect on LinkedIn. Yay! Now what?Now, you need to start a conversation.Don't just let that new connection sit dead in the water. Here's how to start a conversation with a new LinkedIn connection.How Do You Start A Conversation On LinkedIn?To start a conversation with a LinkedIn connection, first write a […]

You want a resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile that presents you in the best possible light. With all of the emphasis on loading your documents with keywords, accomplishments, and metrics that make the case for you being the perfect fit for the position you're after, have you overlooked proper punctuation?Some might wonder what the […]

Hiring managers ask interview questions about all kinds of things—your background, your experience, your successes, your failures, and all kinds of day-to-day issues. One of the things they may want to know is how you handle stress or pressure on the job.Most jobs have elements of stress or pressure, and how you behave in response […]

Graduating from college should be a time of excitement and optimism. You’ve put in years of hard work, and now, it’s time to step into the professional world. But for many of today’s recent grads, the job market looks anything but inviting.With a shrinking number of entry-level positions and companies scaling back on training programs, […]

The term "inspiration" is very commonly used. Everyone seems to be inspired by someone or something in their lives. Their inspiration can be a person, event, imaginary character, or even an insight. To cook, write a poem, draw, or take up a job, one needs inspiration. In simple words, inspiration is a creative push from […]