Some people believe that a job is just something you have to endure. I do not and will not believe that. While I do not think your work has to be a passion project, I do think that if you know yourself and what you are good at and like to do, you can find opportunities that are a good fit. From my two examples, it wasn't because I got lucky. I had a plan. I knew what I wanted. I proactively looked for the right opportunities and did not settle.
Ask The Career Coach: How to Make Writing a Resume Easier
Question. I am going to start a job search in January. Writing a resume seems very daunting. What suggestions do you have to make writing it easier?
How to Win a Panel Job Interview
While panel interviews can be a bit more intimidating than one-on-one interviews, you can easily do a fantastic job. Remember to do your research ahead of time on the people who will be speaking with you and build rapport with everyone. Do those two things, and you will be ahead of your competition and win everyone over to support you for the role.
How to Show Your Value During Your Job Search
To show value, you need to understand your audience. Figure out what they value, and in all aspects of your job search, demonstrate this value. Doing so time-and-time again demonstrates your personal brand.
Is No Social Media Presence a Problem for Your Job Search?
So if you do not want to have a social media presence and just want to apply online, your lack of social media presence will probably not be held against you. Remember, though, that a lack of social media presence will make it harder for people to find you.