The rules of job searching have evolved tremendously over the last decade. These changes have fueled a lot of misconceptions that can hurt your chances of getting your dream job. Here are three common myths we hear from job seekers and the facts to set the record straight. 1. Myth: Your resume must have a can’t-be-ignored objective. Many…
When the mercury rises and the sun shines strong and bright through the long hours of the day, it can be very hard to sit down and look at a computer screen or a piece of paper. Everything can seem like a distraction and a reason not to buckle down, focus, and search for that…
A recent study at Dominican University found that those who are most successful in achieving their goals follow three steps: writing down their goals, sharing their goals with another person, and keeping that person updated on their progress.
For John McNally, pursuing his dream job only happened after experiencing a career setback. He didn’t let any mountains stop him, though, and his pathway to success led him to a new opportunity in Italy. “I had reached a dead end in my search and thought that I was without resources,” he says. “I found…
Does pulling long hours at work have you dreaming of escaping it all and finally taking a well-deserved vacation? You’re not alone. However, millions of U.S. workers skip vacation days every year. Often it’s simply more work to prepare for and recover from an absence than to actually take the time off. In fact, reports show…
More and more hiring managers are using phone screenings or interviews as the first step of the hiring process. Many view phone screening as an efficient way to narrow down the applicant pool. Instead of wasting an hour-long interview time slot, they can get the initial information and interaction they need from a brief phone call.
When you’re a ship captain, there are a lot of things you must do before you embark on the open sea. Besides preparing the ship and stockpiling supplies, you need a crew that will support you through anything that happens during the voyage. Whether you’re facing tepid waters or terrifying storms, that crew will make sure you reach your destination.
The typical job search can be very hard on the ego. You’re continually being judged, the value of your past experiences is in question and you may face more rejection than you’ve ever felt in your life. While that feeling is normal, it’s crucial you’re able to overcome the resulting self-doubt and move forward with…
Some people relish first dates. It’s exciting meeting someone new and thinking about the future. Others hate the awkward feeling of making small talk and hoping there’s a spark. It’s just too much pressure. And it’s the same with job interviews. Some people are just naturals. For many, it’s a nerve-wracking experience when anxiety can…
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…
Did you know the period immediately following New Year’s Day is typically the busiest hiring time of the calendar year?
That’s because many companies are scrambling to fill jobs budgeted from the previous year, and because as new budgets take effect, companies are gearing up to hire.
If you’ve been laid off, downsized, or just plain let go, the first thing on your mind should be the search for your next job. Dive in immediately, whether you have outplacement help from your former employer or not. Get that job search funnel working for you, starting with networking like crazy, generating leads, and…
You’re interviewing for a job you’re really excited about. You’ve researched the company’s history and products, and prepared answers to all the typical interview questions. After you sit down with the hiring manager, you’re hit with an unexpected question that stops you dead in your tracks. What do you do next? Preparing for an interview is…
Too often, people believe those over 50 are doomed to have an especially hard time searching for a job. But many members and alumni of GetFive, some of them in their 50s, 60s and even 70s, have found that by embracing the 5-Step Method they were able to find a job.
If you’re like most people, you have no shortage of problems waiting to be solved. And as you try to solve them, you talk, talk, talk about it. There’s something very satisfying about understanding the problem, its causes, and what will fix it. The more we consider, discuss, and come up with ideas on how to solve it, the more we become experts on the problem…
In today’s job market, it’s very common for people to be on the job hunt for months at a time.
When this happens, it’s easy to feel your morale slip. At GetFive, we know how important perseverance and a positive attitude are to a successful job hunt. To help get you through this difficult period, here are nine tips to help you stay motivated.
Popular wisdom holds that life is a journey, and we move from infancy to childhood to youth to maturity and eventually old age. Of course, everyone knows it’s not nearly that simple; life is not linear.
Negotiating a salary is one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the job-hunting process and one of the parts people fear the most. For many, it’s like a monster at the end of your search, and many people want to know just how to wrestle that monster. The best way to do this is to…
It’s a common scenario: You have a baby and decide to take some time off of work. It could be due to a high-needs infant, it could be high child care costs, or it simply might just feel right to be fully present at home. Fast forward three, five or 10 years, and now you’re ready…
Nobody has the perfect job and there’s bound to be a bad day or two here and there. But what if your bad days outweigh the good? Or worse, what if you can’t remember the last time you had a good day? Knowing when you should stick with a company or cut ties in pursuit…