As a major contributor to this blog and career specialist working directly with students and employers to assist in making connections, I have had the unique opportunity to review a lot of resumes. In fact, in the last six months, I have reviewed approximately 300 resumes – all belonging to SPC students. SPC students can … Continue reading Resume Tips: An Inside Look Directly From A Career Professional
You know it’s coming… and if you don’t, you should. “Do you have any questions for me?” Almost every interview you ever go to will end with this question. There is no reason to be ill-prepared. Asking a strong question showing your knowledge of the business and care for the position will leave a lasting … Continue reading Do You Have Any Questions For Me?
Have you ever found yourself in job search mode eagerly applying for ANY position that crosses your path? Many of us approach the job search process in a rushed fashion for a variety of justifiable reasons. Financial needs, lack of work satisfaction, and instability, are among popular reasons why job seekers engage in the haphazard … Continue reading How To Avoid Job Search Fatigue
On June 2nd, the Downtown Campus hosted a Mock Interview event in collaboration with Professor Karen Cassidy’s reading class. During the event students were split into pairs and given sample job postings, interview question flash cards, and interview evaluations. After reviewing the job posting, the students would decide who would be interviewed first. The interviewer … Continue reading Mock Interview event draws crowd hungry for pizza—and interview tips!
How could it be a problem to say that you can “always find solutions to problems” or that you’re an “out of the box thinker”? Everyone says it on their resumes and cover letters right? Well, that’s the problem. These cliché phrases can be a major red flag to employers. But, why? Well, first off, … Continue reading Can being an “out-of-the-box thinker” hurt your chances at employment? Employers say yes! Find out why.
We’ve all been there. Throughout the whole interview you fielded questions like a pro – professionalism, intelligence, proper training. You’re the total package! Just as you get to the end, the interviewer asks the dreaded final question: “Do you have any questions for me?”. All of your calculated poise flies out the window and you’re … Continue reading “Do you have any questions for me?” 5 questions employers WANT you to ask!
These days, employers are inundated with resumes (think 200+ resumes PER position!). Usually employers give resumes a 6-15 second glance to see if a candidate is even worth a second look. Career Igniter came up with 5 things to consider when you’re hoping to make it past the skim read. Make it easy for the … Continue reading Employers will spend 6 seconds looking at your resume.
Social media has definitely changed the game. Through Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, employers are sometimes finding employees without ever meeting them in person! It’s great to make sure that your social media presence is representative of who you want employers to see, but make sure you’re not forgetting about your in-person presence. The National Career … Continue reading Social media has changed how we search for jobs. “Follow” these skills to get an employer to “like” you!
Just finished up an interview and think you can just sit back and wait for the employer to call and offer you the job? Think again! It is critical to write thank-you notes. They can be hand-written or emailed. During the interview gather as many business cards as possible so you can make your thank-you … Continue reading 5 ways your thank-you note could cost you the job
Interviews can be TRICKY! What do I say? What do I wear? What do I do? Well, Career Services is here to help! Join us for one of our upcoming Mock Interview events on June 2nd from either 12:30pm – 1:30pm OR 5pm – 6:30pm. Attendees will be able to practice interviewing and being interviewed … Continue reading Mock Interviews @ the Downtown Campus on June 2nd 12:30-1:30 & 5-6:30!