Author: Tekareer

No matter how talented, skilled, or educated you are, if you’re an introvert, you’re at a bit of a disadvantage in a job search. I am not an introvert, but I speak to a lot of them, coaching them through the process of getting a new job. The vast majority of them are amazing, highly…

Job interviews can be intimidating, especially if you’re not prepared. There are a number of ways to prepare for a job interview, but one of the best ways to simulate the actual interview process is by doing a mock interview. Mock interviews provide candidates with an opportunity to test out their job interview skills with…

There’s no such thing as an ATS-friendly resume. I’m going to dispel that myth right now. I do not want you wasting your time on scams that tell you they’re going to make your resume ATS-friendly or that you’re going to get past the ATS with their technique. There are over a hundred different applicant…

You dread going to work. Every morning is the same: You have to drag yourself out of bed. It’s not that the body is weak. It’s that the mind is not willing. Most of us know that. Many people have felt this way at least once in their careers. Is there a way to overcome…

If you’re like most people, you either (a) hate phone interviews or (b) don’t take them as seriously as face-to-face interviews. The truth is that phone interviews are incredibly important because if you don’t do well, you’ll never get the chance to interview in person. With the right preparation, you can learn to hate them…

You sent out the resume. You think you’re a perfect fit. And yet no one calls. Sound familiar? In fact, the majority of candidates today do not receive a response on a submitted resume. So, the big question is, “When is it appropriate to follow up with an employer on my submission and how do…

Is your career experience in academia, but you’re ready to move to business? If you’re a teacher, a professor, a scientist, or a lab tech, employers can see a move to business or industry as a pretty big leap. They may have some perceptions about academic types that will bias them against you, and they…

If you’ve been job hunting for a long time, you’ve probably hit the online listings and maybe asked around your network. However, there are a few places you may not be thinking of that could be the source of the perfect job for you. Previous Bosses When you’re in a job search, the smart move…