Getting insurance can be a big deal, especially when it is something as important as life insurance. That can put a lot of pressure on people, and it can be hard to know if you are making the right ch...

Low unemployment and high demand for skilled workers means that companies are changing the way they seek employees . This means changing job descriptions in order to attract their ideal candidate in a...

Trying a temp-to-hire job is like auditioning for a play. You can try out a role for a while, see if it fits you and makes sense, and if it doesn’t work, you can always change roles. You can learn som...

Woo! Look at all the options on this job board ! But there is a lot there, so how do you confirm a new job will be one that you will actually enjoy? Let's go through the six focuses to consider! It al...

We looked at how to request a reference for a job here , so now let’s look at what to do when you a re asked to be a professional reference. First and foremost – Do you want to say ‘yes’? Keep in mind...

When applying for a job, your potential employer will check references. What if they want to know more about who you are? It is likely they will check social media; which is why having a profile on Li...

You have got a good cover letter and resume and you now have an interview, but what are you going to do if they ask for a reference? You need to have your references ready, and aware that you are usin...

It happens for any number of reasons and many people have it, but how exactly should you deal with a gap in employment? The first thing to remember is: be honest. Do not try to disguise the gap or lie...

This is the second of a two-part series on job happiness. In last week's post , we took a look at the some of the warning signs that indicate you may be unhappy in your current position. This week, we...

This is the first of a two-part series on job happiness. This week, we will look at some of the warning signs that indicate you may be unhappy with your current positio n. Next week, we will look at w...

Soft skills are defined as personal attributes that enable someone to interact effectively and harmoniously with other people. So how are these skills going to help you land a job or even a promotion?...

We are in the heart of the holiday season, when many local companies are looking for seasonal workers. Here are the top five reasons you should consider seasonal work (even for other holidays!): Get a...