Posts Categorized: Job Search Tips
Advance Your Career in a Contract Role
When looking for a new job opportunity, do you quickly dismiss contract assignments? Pause for a moment and ask yourself, why? Are you guilty of having any common misconceptions? For example, do you think contract roles: Issues such as these are valid concerns, but it is important to remember that the temporary employment situation has Read more »
Kick-Off Your Job Search in the New Year!
There is no better time to make a fresh start in your career than the beginning of a new year. It’s the perfect time to dust off your resume and put your job search in full swing! However, the job market is competitive, so it’s important to fully dedicate yourself to becoming the best candidate Read more »
Benefits of Volunteering During the Holidays
Volunteer work gives you the opportunity to give back to the community and has personal benefits you may not have considered, some of which may even help you develop your career! Here are three great benefits of volunteering during the holiday season: 1. Grow Your Network Volunteering often affords the opportunity to interact with different Read more »
Interview Tips to Help You Get the Job!
Congratulations! After submitting resumes and cover letters, you receive a call from company regarding a dream job and they want to interview you! While competition in the marketplace is strong, the interview is the perfect opportunity to outshine the other applicants and show the employer why you are the best fit for the job. Here Read more »
Tips to Be Prepared for Last-Minute Virtual Job Interviews
In a perfect world, every job interview would get scheduled in advance, with at least a few days to prepare. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work out that way. So, what do you do if you are asked to interview in 24 hours or less? Do as Much as You Can Ahead of Time Give yourself Read more »
Three Reasons to Use Past Coworkers as References When Applying to Jobs
When compiling a list of references to share with prospective employers, the first instinct is to provide contact information of previous managers or mentors. Supervisors are the most commonly presented references, since they can provide valuable insight into your work ethic and professional development. However, references from your past coworkers can increase confidence in your Read more »
Exhibiting Confidence in Job Interviews
When you are trying to land a new architecture, engineering or construction position, appearing confident during the interview is important. When you seem self-assured, the hiring manager will have more confidence in your capabilities. In contrast, if your responses are tinged with doubt or if you come off as anxious, the hiring manager may question Read more »
Preparing for an Interview When You’re Genuinely Nervous
When an ideal job opportunity is on the line, it is natural to be nervous before an interview. Unfortunately, despite this understandable anxiety, employers expect interviewees to be composed and exhibit confidence. Candidates should consider following best practices to minimize anxieties and enable proper preparation before a big interview. Related Post: The Key to Exhibiting Read more »
How Far Back Should Your Resume Go?
Whether you are a seasoned architecture, engineering or construction professional or you are searching for your first job opportunity, you have probably heard that your resume should be a particular length or go back a certain number of years. While this might be appropriate for an entry-level candidate, if you have experience under your belt, Read more »
THE KEY TO EXHIBITING CONFIDENCE IN AN INTERVIEW
When you are trying to land a new architecture, engineering or construction position, appearing confident during the interview is a must. When you seem self-assured, the hiring manager will have more confidence in your capabilities. In contrast, if your responses are tinged with doubt or you come off as anxious, the hiring manager may question Read more »