“I have to work” is no excuse not to exercise. In fact, unless your doctor or other healthcare provider says otherwise, there’s really no excuse at all – though it’s always advisable to check with them before beginning any new fitness regime. Our lives today are so engineered that we tend to spend a lot… Read more »

A DevOps engineer works with software developers, systems operators and other production IT staff members to oversee code releases. The role requires a combination of hard and soft skills to overcome traditional barriers that may exist between development and ops teams. It’s a highly challenging and rewarding career course to follow, for the right person…. Read more »

Does your career plan include reaching a senior leadership position in your field? If you aspire for a seat in the coveted C suite, you need to be a big-picture thinker who can participate in strategic decisions at the highest level. Required skills vary according to position, industry and organization, but there are a number… Read more »

A successful job interview isn’t just about having the right answers. It’s also about asking the right questions. Your interview is your window to not only sell yourself, but also gather as much information as possible so you can make the right decision about how the job would fit you and your lifestyle. Asking thoughtful… Read more »

To optimize your success when job searching, remember these three P’s: patience, persistence and being proactive. Your goal is to do whatever it takes to make yourself stand out from your competition. Here are some tips to help you up your game: Make your resume outstanding. Your resume is your professional calling card and the… Read more »

Have you heard the terms “soft skills, transferable skills” and “emotional intelligence” during your job search? They aren’t just buzzwords. Research by Harvard University and other leading institutions shows that 75 percent of long-term job success is related to the mastery of soft skills and only 25 percent is attributed to technical strengths. LinkedIn lists… Read more »

When you’re looking for a job, it’s no time to be modest. Even if it feels a bit uncomfortable at first, learning to sell yourself is essential to your success. So, how do you become your own salesperson? Start by thinking like one. Develop a marketing campaign. Envision selling yourself the same way a sales… Read more »

It goes without saying that you want to be the best you can be in your job, your career advancement, and in all aspects of your professional life. This success is based on being strong in two categories: hard skills and soft skills. Hard skills are technical abilities that are teachable and easy to measure,… Read more »

A temporary job placement may, at first blush, seem like merely a way to make rent while you’re job hunting. But if you’re smart about it, it can be so much more. Placements are an excellent way to find out first-hand about different career options, so you can better determine which professional career path you… Read more »

Can you land your dream job? With the right forethought and preparation, you can make it come true. Have confidence in yourself and, as long as you realistically feel you meet the majority of job qualifications, go for it. But it involves a lot more than just polishing up your resume and clicking “submit.” Focus… Read more »