How to Job Search at a Conference
Most job seekers attend conferences the wrong way. They show up, collect swag, sit through sessions, add a few people on LinkedIn afterward, and hope something magically happens. Then two weeks later?Nothing. But conferences can be one of the best shortcuts in a job search — especially in competitive markets where online applications disappear into […]
Problem Solutions and Problem Solving Aren’t The Same
Why the STAR Method Isn’t for Everybody (and What to Do Instead) The STAR methodology has become the gold standard for answering behavioral interview questions. Situation.Task.Action.Result. If you’ve spent any time preparing for interviews, you’ve probably been told: “Just use STAR.” And while the framework itself isn’t wrong, here’s the uncomfortable truth: STAR only works […]
Addressing the F Word: How to Talk About Getting Fired in Your Next Job Interview
Remember that time (two months ago) when you were called into your jerk-of-a-boss’ office (who you could swear had it out for you since day one) and were asked to kindly pack up your cubicle, return your employee ID, and leave immediately? Yeah – saying “that sucked” is putting it mildly. But after 6 weeks […]
The Importance of Writing a Thank You Note
Writing a thank you note has quickly gone out of fashion. It’s, unfortunately, something we’re just not programmed to do anymore. If we’re lucky, we remember to send a text or email to thank someone. In the age of social media and constant virtual connections, a handwritten note is quickly becoming a lost art. Whether […]