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It feels like everything goes dead the last few weeks of the year; we all know it. But if you’re looking for a new job, that dead time can be a real downer. Six weeks is a long time to wait for a paycheck, or to get out of a job you hate. Fortunately, even though things do slow down in December, it’s not impossible to. READ MORE AT FORBES
Memorial Day weekend is a perfect time to chill, relax and recharge. Cutting ties from the office, you will have fewer distractions and can concentrate on what’s best for you. The three-day holiday weekend will enable you to focus on your career ambitions. Set a goal, learn new skills, read and listen to job-related podcasts, update your social media profile and contact people in your network. In addition to planning your next play, set...
There are approximately 33-million job openings in the United States this month. And while some job searches can take up to 5 months, the average hire time is 23.8 days from interview to hire. It may be tempting to neglect your job search in the hustle and bustle of holiday stress. But this could be the best time to shop for the perfect gift for the most important person in your life. If you want a new job for Christmas, don’t let the...
The winter holiday season is a time of giving and showing appreciation. As difficult as it may be to figure out what to gift family and friends each year, it can be even trickier when navigating gift-giving in a professional context. Whether it’s your boss, another team member, or a client, it goes without saying that you shouldn’t feel obligated or pressured to spend money or give a gift. But if you do decide to give some holiday cheer to...
Another year is fading into the past and the holidays are right around the corner, which can only mean one thing: holiday gatherings. In addition to some much-needed relaxation and celebration, holiday gatherings provide another opportunity: the chance to network. Every successful business professional and savvy job seeker knows the importance of networking to one’s career, and the increased social activity that takes place during the...