It is not uncommon for individuals to have gaps in employment at some point during their life. Despite the reason, these gaps will stand out on your résumé, and you may be expected to explain them during an interview. Be prepared to overcome this hurdle by having your answers ready ahead of time. Chances are very high that the employer will ask questions about it, and not having a reason for your employment gap may lead the employer to draw their own conclusions.
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Seven Ways to Sabotage Your Next Job Interview
We've covered steps to make your job interview a success, but what about what NOT to do? Avoid these missteps to present yourself in the best possible light to your potential employer.
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Five Steps to Make Your Next Job Interview a Success
It’s an exciting moment. After working on your résumé or application and doing everything perfectly, you get the call—the company wants to have you in for an interview. You have a foot in the door, but how do you go from getting the interview to getting the job? You’ll want to make the best impression that you can; here are just a few suggestions of things that you can do to have a successful interview.
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Three Social Media Sites to Use for Networking and Job Searching
Traditionally, searching for a job meant face-to-face networking, going through classified ads in print publications, and attending job fairs. Today, using social media to network and find job opportunities can give you a big advantage over individuals who are only using print and in-person approaches to landing a job. Each social network has its particular advantages, but there are three sites that deserve special consideration from job seekers.
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How to Include Education in Your Career Plan
Putting together a career plan means more than just thinking about what jobs you want to have. It requires you to think about your interests, values, skills and preferences; explore the life, work and learning options available to you; and ensure that your work fits with your personal circumstances. Learn more about how to include education in your career planning efforts in Goodwill's latest career advice post.
How to Delegate: ‘Let It Go’ with These Six Steps
Keith from Milford, CT, asks, “I’ve been trying to do everything myself for long enough, and I’ve finally accepted that I need to learn to delegate certain tasks. How can I make sure the person does a good job?”
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Don’t Let Public Transportation Delays Ruin Your Day — Or Your Career!
Joe from San Francisco, CA, asks, "I just got a new job and will be taking the bus to work. When the bus is supposed to show up and actually shows up are completely different — it can be really unpredictable, and I'm worried I may be late occasionally. How should I address this with my boss?"
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The Long-distance Job Search: Getting Past the Zip Code Filter
Meredith from Orlando, FL, asks, “I’m willing to move for a job but am afraid I’m being weeded out simply because my address isn’t local. What can I do to increase my chances of success?”
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Don’t Let Tech Issues Hinder Your Virtual Interview
Sarah from Providence, RI, asks, “I’m moving to a new state next month and have been applying for jobs there in advance. One place invited me to do a virtual interview using my computer and webcam—this is a first for me. Any tips on how to make sure it goes well?”
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How to Overcome Being Overqualified
Brendon from Denver, CO, asks, “I have a good educational background and strong work experience on my résumé, but higher-level jobs are too hard to come by in my field. I’m applying to positions that are a step down from my previous role as a last resort. I really just need a job. How do I handle the fact that I’m overqualified during the application and interview process?”
Don’t Just Find a Hot Job—Find the Right Hot Job
Tami from Long Beach, CA, asks, "I'm going to be a senior in high school and am feeling a lot of pressure to decide what I want to do with my life. I don't want to waste my time by picking a career field that has no jobs. How can I make a good decision?"
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Don't Just Find a Hot Job—Find the Right Hot Job
Tami from Long Beach, CA, asks, "I'm going to be a senior in high school and am feeling a lot of pressure to decide what I want to do with my life. I don't want to waste my time by picking a career field that has no jobs. How can I make a good decision?"
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