Interview Tips

May 14, 2020 Julie Shenkman

Conquering the Virtual Interview

Right out of college, I took a job where everything—my interviews and offer—had been done virtually. Of all my interviews, this one gave me the clearest vision. I asked so many questions and was able to envision the opportunity in

May 5, 2020 Julie Shenkman

Is “Shaking Hands” A Thing of the Past?

Due to the circumstances we find ourselves in, shaking hands could be a thing of the past primarily due to the actual health risks that follow it. According to a CNN News report on April 8th, Dr. Anthony Fauci stated

April 2, 2020 Julie Shenkman

How to Navigate a Virtual Career Fair

Like most things, the way busy, career-driven people navigate job hunting is changing. Luckily, it’s easy to meet recruiters through virtual career fairs. Virtual career fairs are online events where employers and job seekers can meet using chat rooms, teleconferencing,

March 17, 2020 Julie Shenkman

Job Searching in the Time of Coronavirus

Ah, the job search! Is it just me or has it gotten a bit more complicated lately? As one of the many people who have been actively looking for a job recently—you better believe I’ve been watching the Coronavirus with

February 18, 2020 Julie Shenkman

The Art of Nailing the Interview for a Remote Position

With remote work being increasingly offered by employers, job seekers are more likely to consider such roles in this digital age. The idea of working from home, a coffee shop, or anywhere can be an appealing alternative to slogging through

10 Questions to Ask in the Job Interview When Asked, "Do you have any questions?"

October 28, 2019 Julie Shenkman

10 Questions to Ask in the Job Interview When You’re Asked, “Do you have any questions?”

What is something that high school students and job interviewees have in common? When asked, “Do you have any questions?” they both stay silent. Don’t be a blank-faced high school student who definitely has questions—say something! But don’t just say

July 23, 2019 Julie Shenkman

How to Answer “What Do You Like Least About Your Job?” In The Job Interview

Interview questions are rarely what they seem. Many candidates have not gotten that fateful job offer because of not understanding an interview question and resorting to aimlessly talking to get through it. Recently, I was a victim of this. I

June 4, 2019 Emily McKinney

Why Professional Development is a Perk You Should Be Looking for in Your Next Job

When receiving a job offer, the first few things people usually look at are the salary, the paid time off (PTO), the retirement plan, and the insurance plan. Don’t get me wrong – these things are all very important, but

May 10, 2019 Julie Shenkman

The Job Interview: Don’t Add Insult to Injury

Unintentionally Insulting the Interviewer Isn’t the Way to Win the Job I recently was speaking with a friend about bad job seeker behavior during the job interview. The topic came up as she was recalling when she worked on the

November 2, 2018 Emily McKinney

A Nexxciting Halloween

Company culture is important to consider when deciding where to work. After all, when you’re spending 40 hours a week somewhere, you want to make sure you like being there. Luckily at Nexxt, we have a fun company culture that