No lies about it – finding a job in this market is challenging. With AI advancements, ghost jobs, skilled workers retiring, and new generations making their mark, the workforce is changing – and so are many companies’ hiring practices. Even so, some principles still ring true when it comes to misconceptions about the job market. […]
Jessica Burns
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Best practices for requesting professional references
A professional reference can make or break a job opportunity. When employers request references, they’re asking for an endorsement of your skills and experience from a qualified source. When a reference provides a great referral, it confirms your strengths and abilities. But if a reference provides a less than stellar review, it can be detrimental […]
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Breaking up with your employer
If you’re on the job hunt this year, you’re not alone. More Americans want to leave their jobs now than in the past decade, according to Gallup. And 28% of workers globally are extremely or very likely to change employers, compared to 19% during the “Great Resignation” in 2022, a survey by PwC shows. There are always […]
