For many students, the pandemic has made an already competitive job market feel even harder to navigate. Landing an internship has only become more difficult. Even people who thought they had an internship secured are now finding them postponed or canceled. A survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) found that more than 22 percent of employers revoked summer internship offers due to COVID-19. All is not lost, though. There are still ways for you to find an … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Find Work-Life Balance While Working from Home
For many, finding the balance between working and your well-being can be difficult. Life balance has become even more challenging during the pandemic since many people now work from home. The line between work life and personal life is more blurred than it's ever been. Many workers find it hard to log off to take time for themselves, especially since the pandemic has curtailed our social life. The result is mental and physical exhaustion which greatly impacts well-being. If you find yourself in … [Read more...]
Are Companies Hiring During the Pandemic?
After massive layoffs in March and April due to COVID-19, you are probably worried whether companies are currently hiring. Are companies hiring during the pandemic? As businesses recover from the massive spring shutdown, several industries are in the recovery phase. National Job Market The pandemic left many people wondering what the job market will look like in the coming months. Since the record high unemployment rates in April, many fields are seeing an increase in job growth. In fact, … [Read more...]
The Job Seeker’s Toolbox – Researching a New Job
Step Up Recruiting helps job candidates and employers. In part 1 of this ongoing series of posts designed to help you, the job seeker, we talked about how to write a great cover letter. In part 2, we gave you some hands-on tips to craft and finesse that great résumé of yours. In this third article, we'll share a few terrific pointers on how to research your new job. What is your Criterion? To avoid wasted effort and time, come up with a list of … [Read more...]
Video Interviewing – Procedures and Pitfalls
Video conferencing has been around for many years, and you're probably using the technology regularly. If you're a job seeker, you may have already attended pre-screening or initial interviews via live video. This article will help clarify the basics – procedures and pitfalls – of video interviewing. Available Technology The following three apps are used regularly in video conferencing: Zoom. Increasingly popular, Zoom offers many plans to suit different needs. As an individual user, … [Read more...]
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