Common interview questions
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Can you tell me a little about yourself?(Make a concise pitch with 2-3 accomplishments that shows why you’re right for the job.) How did you hear about the position?(Name drop now if you have a contact or share what stood out to you from a job listing.) What do you…
Maintain your productivity when working from home
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Telecommuting has grown more and more common over the last decade. Thanks in large part to advancements in technology that make it more feasible to connect remotely with coworkers, telecommuting is now something more and more companies are embracing. According to Global Workplace Analytics, a consulting and research firm that…
How to prepare for a job fair
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Job fairs can be great places to make connections and get leads on potential employers that may be a good fit for you. If you don’t stand out from the crowd on paper, making an in-person introduction can serve you by demonstrating your professional demeanor and communication skills. But you’ll…
Work, life, how?
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION With the prevalence of smartphones (and incoming texts and email from work) on bedside tables and at Little League games throughout the world, people have to be more diligent than ever about keeping work from taking over their private lives. Work-life balance, the idea that one must plan some leisure…
Strategies to alleviate job-hunting stress
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Job stress is enough — but job-hunting stress? That alone can be intimidating and emotionally taxing to your psyche, especially if you’ve graduated or been laid off and months later, you still don’t have any prospects of securing a job. It doesn’t help when financial and family pressures intensify as…
Social media and your career
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Social media has become an integral part of modern society. Millions of people around the world use social media to connect with one another. But this valuable tool also can be a detriment, particularly if you’re seeking employment. What a person says or does on social media can come back…
