Make the Most of Your Entry Level Job (Hint: Don’t just phone it in!)
“Look on the bright side.” “When life hands you lemons, make some lemonade.” “Find the silver lining in that cloud.” When you’re entry level job isn’t what you hoped it would be, you don’t need platitudes like these. You need solid plan to Adopt the right mindset. Anyone who is just starting out in a […]
Yikes – Is This the Right Job for Me?
You’re really excited – and with good reason! You just walked out of a terrific interview. The hiring manager sang your praises, and you nailed every question. And the job? It sounds like it was made for you… …so what’s with that nagging feeling in the pit of your stomach? Maybe you’re trying to look […]
Land a Great Job in Middle Tennessee in 30 Seconds, Flat!
Looking for your next dream job? You’ll land it faster if you have a solid “elevator pitch.” What’s an Elevator Pitch? In simplest terms, an elevator pitch is a statement that accurately sums up the unique benefit you offer a potential employer. It should: be short – 30 seconds or less; contain value-oriented statements which […]
Close Strong: Tips for creating a persuasive closing statement for your cover letter
For many job seekers, a cover letter is nothing more than an afterthought. After all, a recruiter is going to skip right over it and look at your resume, right? Wrong. A savvy recruiter considers every part of your application, and he makes judgments about your candidacy based on your cover letter. If you don’t […]
TN Career Management: Ready to Move Beyond Your Administrative Role? Here’s how
It’s that time of year again. The holiday decorations are put away (or at least they should be), and most people have returned to a normal work routine. Re-energized and re-focused, many career-minded individuals’ thoughts begin turning to the future – particularly, how they’re going to take the next step in their chosen fields. If you’re […]