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| Why do they ask that in an interview?? >> Going into a job interview is difficult enough, but trying to figure out the meaning behind some questions just adds to the anxiety of job hunting. Sometimes seemingly simply questions will have "hidden" agendas, but more often than not, the interviewer is trying to gauge your true interest in the company and what value you can bring to its workforce. | 5 weapons for battling burnout >> Many workers have been tackling large workloads for months and slowly but surely losing their "get-up-and-go." If routine assignments have taken on mammoth proportions, you may be suffering from burnout. Long work hours and seemingly relentless deadlines can lead to low morale and reduced productivity -- not to mention decreased job satisfaction. Following are additional warning signs that you may be "running on empty." |
| 6 ways to get the job when you're not the "ideal" candidate >> It may seem like a waste of time to apply for a position that, at least on paper, doesn't exactly match your skills and experience. After all, many job seekers can't even get a hiring manager's attention when they do appear to be a perfect fit. But if you believe you're capable of performing a job well despite the fact that your background doesn't completely align with the requirements of the position, there might still be hope. | Weird and wacky things actually written on resumes >> From religious beliefs to sexual preference, you name it and it's probably been on someone's résumé. Job seekers just want to make a statement and stand out from their competition; unfortunately they are often memorable for all the wrong reasons."When candidates put things on their résumés that are completely irrelevant to the job position, you have to question their judgment," says Ty Mays, owner of Perfect Pitch Public Relations. |
