At GetFive, we’re all about applying a proven method to your job search. Take this quiz to see how much you know about the GetFive approach. The questions are at the top; answers at the bottom. Good luck! Questions What are the four basic techniques to land a meeting in your target market? What three…
February 14, 2019 Read more
A record 6.2 million jobs are currently open, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. So why are 7 million people in America unemployed? Traditionally in the United States there have been blue-collar jobs and white-collar jobs. However, technology has changed many aspects of work, and today things aren’t so blue and white. Many people are out…
February 13, 2019 Read more
Every job seeker needs to stand out in their search. While there are numerous components that will lead to success, some are erroneously ignored by well-meaning job hunters. One extremely important aspect of any job search is the summary that appears on your resume, yet many spend little time on resume summary. However, if you…
February 12, 2019 Read more
If you have any doubt it’s a job seeker’s market out there, the latest data from the number crunchers at the Bureau of Labor Statistics will put that to rest for you. In November, 3.4 million people in the U.S. quit their jobs. That’s a lot of people packing up their cubicles. Job openings for…
February 11, 2019 Read more
Aging workers looking for new jobs face a slew of challenges. You’d think with age and experience, finding a fresh position would come easy. But at some point the scales tip and your age seems to change from being a welcome advantage to a negative characteristic. Age discrimination is illegal, but that doesn’t stop it from…
February 7, 2019 Read more
Many baby boomers adhere to the old adage, “Don’t leave one job until you have another.” But this isn’t always true with the younger generation of workers. Many millennials and Gen Xers leave one job and pursue another because of long-term career goals, even if this means they must move home on an interim basis…
February 6, 2019 Read more
Searching for a job is like a job itself. It takes time, patience, and dedication. Some days you may spend hours customizing your resume and speaking to recruiters. Other days you might not have as much availability, but that doesn’t mean you should halt your job search momentum completely. If you can only scrape together…
February 5, 2019 Read more
You’ve snagged an interview for a new position you think you might like. The job description seems like it was written just for you, and you can also see new challenges and opportunities for growth ahead. As a bonus, the commute won’t be too bad. Congratulations! Those are all important factors in whether you’ll ultimately be satisfied in a new position. But something crucial is left out: culture fit. People are talking a lot about culture these days, and with good reason. Whether your potential new workplace is a good fit for you is vital to your day-to-day well-being, happiness, and life balance…
February 4, 2019 Read more