Getting hired right now, may seem daunting. The last time a pandemic occurred was in 1912 and there weren’t detailed records kept about how the economy bounced right back, let alone a manual written on how to get hired after
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Starting a New Job While Everyone is Working Remotely
It’s been a wild few months, and if you’ve been on the job hunt, it has definitely been interesting! If—by a happy turn of events—you’ve managed to get hired and are about to start a new job soon, there is
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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
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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
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How to Face Your Fears When the Unknown Is Laid Out in Front of You
Fear is normal. The motivation for fear is a biological response to danger that exists in all animals. But sometimes, and for humans especially, the natural fight-or-flight impulse shifts into an overwhelming sense of dread from which one feels unable
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Who’s Hiring in the Wake of COVID-19
In the midst of this uncertain time, it can seem as if every business has come to a grinding halt. The unemployment numbers look grim, with claims currently hovering near 17 million as the impacts of COVID-19 continue to effect
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3 Things to Keep in Mind as You Embark on or Continue Your Job Search
Despite the changing world, it is possible to initiate or continue searching for a job at the moment. And yes, it will be different. It’s true that some jobs may be harder to come by right now, and if you’re
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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,
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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
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