When searching for a job, you need to separate yourself from the other prospects through LinkedIn, your resume, your cover letter and hopefully, the interview. Making a great first impression online is important to catch a hiring manager’s interest. Once you have them interested, your personality and achievements can prove why you would successfully fulfill […]
You finally get the call back saying you have been selected for an in-person interview, but be careful; there are a lot of things that can go wrong during the interview that you might not even think about. Every hiring manager is different, and certain things can be the deciding factor for your fate at […]
When writing your cover letter, it’s important to understand its purpose. Your resume will explain your job history with tidbits about your skills, but your cover letter is where you can go into further detail about your skills and why you would be the perfect fit for the job. The cover letter shows your personality […]
Finding the right job for yourself can be overwhelming after reading through multiple job qualifications and attending interviews only to wonder if your skills are comparative to the other applicants. Instead of second-guessing yourself, be confident you did everything within your power to make a great impression. We’ve included information that explains the steps in […]
On your first day at work, it’s important to make a good impression. In order to do that, you need to be prepared by dressing appropriately, understanding your responsibilities and behaving appropriately. Starting a new job can be intimidating but you can put yourself at ease if you know what to ask to accomplish your […]
If you’re looking for a job, now is the right time to start applying; the unemployment rate is currently low which gives applicants more options. Whether you decide to search for a job in your current field or try something new, you need to think about your values. To find your next job, you need […]
The interview process is by far the most critical step in finding employment. Not only is it the appropriate time to expand on your application, skills, and resume, but also showcase why you’ll be a good fit within the company you’re interviewing with. It’s impossible to make every interviewer like you personally, and it’s important […]
You’ve created or updated your resume, found positions you’re interested in, tailored cover letters to fit the positions you’ve discovered, and now you’re ready to apply. Applying for a position in 2019 is easier than ever with online job boards and easily accessible templates. The problem is, most people still make small mistakes that can […]
Submitting your resume to countless employers but getting nowhere? Need to create your first resume? Before you spend time digging up all the necessary resume building information take some time to scan the information below. We have laid out a general resume building guide that will help you determine how to create a resume that […]
Located in Eastern Iowa Cedar Rapids hovers almost exactly halfway between Iowa’s Northern and Southern border. As the second most populated city in the state Cedar Rapids resembles the typical Iowa river-town. Those who seek a laid-back community setting with plenty of activities and amenities available prefer to settle down in Cedar Rapids. It’s arguably […]