Tips
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6 Tips for Effective Salary Negotiation: How to Get Paid More Before the New Year
- November 25, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Category: Tips
No CommentsAsking for more money at work can feel like the scariest conversation to have with an employer. In fact, it’s such an intimidating topic that most people don’t even attempt it all! The consequences are profound and inevitable: money left on the table and work dissatisfaction. But it doesn’t have to be that way. What if you could learn to confidently broach the subject of getting paid more and …
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How to Use Your Dream Job Description to Perfect Your Resume
- October 18, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Category: Tips
“Networking? Ugh.” You’re not alone if that’s the first thought that pops up each time you hear that word. In fact, you’re hardly to blame! For many, networking has become a cheap, corporate-y buzzword used to lure crowds of unsuspecting professionals into overpriced conferences. But when done right, networking can feel refreshing and catapult your personal and professional journey.
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How to Upgrade Your Career Through Networking (Even if You Hate It)
- August 24, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Category: Tips
“Networking? Ugh.” You’re not alone if that’s the first thought that pops up each time you hear that word. In fact, you’re hardly to blame! For many, networking has become a cheap, corporate-y buzzword used to lure crowds of unsuspecting professionals into overpriced conferences. But when done right, networking can feel refreshing and catapult your personal and professional journey.
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7 Telltale Signs It’s Time to Partner With a Professional Resume Writer
- June 23, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Categories: Interview Tips, Tips
A resume is a necessary and powerful professional branding tool whether you’re starting your first job, shooting for a dream promotion, or completely changing careers. But how do you know when it’s time to partner with a professional resume writer instead of continuing to DIY the process?
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How to Confidently Handle Employment Gaps While Job Hunting
- May 18, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Categories: Interview Tips, Tips
Whether you anticipated a career break or experienced one out of the blue, holes in your resume can feel nerve-wracking to explain to recruiters while job hunting. But while career gaps were once a big no-no for most employers, the good news is that times have shifted. With the right strategy, you can even put a positive spin on your time away and use it to highlight your value.
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Here’s How to Crush the “Tell Me About Yourself” Interview Question (Plus a Sample Answer)
- April 12, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Categories: Interview Tips, Tips
Whether you’re just starting your career or have been in the game for decades, you’ll undoubtedly have to answer the “tell me about yourself” interview question each time you apply for a new position. This is the most common and important question to get right, so it’s understandable if thinking about it makes your palms sweaty. After all, how do you effectively summarize who you are in just a few sentences?
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3 Powerful Growth Mindset Shifts for Mid and Senior-Level Professionals
- March 10, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Categories: Tips, Tools for Jobsearch Success
If you’re feeling discontent with your current company or profession, you may have started considering a career change. When preparing to navigate such a journey, it’s normal to focus all of your energy on the practical aspects, such as researching other industries, browsing job boards, and writing resumes. While these are all critical for success, it’s important not to neglect another fundamental piece: your mindset.
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9 LinkedIn Profile Tips to Level Up Your Job Search in 2022
- February 15, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Categories: Tips, Tools for Jobsearch Success
Whether you love or hate LinkedIn, the platform has become synonymous with recruitment, job hunting and career-building. I’ve talked about how a solid online presence is becoming increasingly advantageous to job seekers; however, I recognize that the idea of marketing yourself online may sound exhausting and intimidating. The good news is, personal branding doesn’t have to be complicated!
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2022 Job Market Trends: The Top 5 Things Applicants Should Know
- January 11, 2022
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Category: Tips
It’s been over two years since the covid-19 pandemic “disrupted” the world as we know it. The good news is, we’re now in a much better position to predict what life will look like going forward, both personally and professionally.
No matter what career stage you’re in, understanding the 2022 job market trends sparked by the pandemic will help you form a much more effective job search strategy.
Keep reading to learn how to improve your job search and plan your most successful career year yet! -
The Case for “Personal Branding”: What it ISN’T and How to Do it Right
- November 8, 2021
- Posted by: shadow-management-wpadmn
- Categories: Resume Tips, Tips
As a career strategist, I’m acutely aware of how important it is for job candidates, career changers, and promotion seekers to present themselves well to land opportunities. For instance, I’ve witnessed firsthand the difference between interviews that succeed and ones that flop. Want to know a secret? A massive chunk of it relates to personal branding!
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