Networking tip #1 You don’t have to start from scratch when it comes to networking. Think of 10 people that you have had, or continue to have, a great working relationship with. They could be current or past managers, colleagues, direct reports, mentors or mentees. Anyone you have worked with who has been a champion […]
Remember the times when you could successfully apply for different roles with the same resume? Also, do you recall the good old times when the job market was far less developed and the same role in two different companies meant almost the exact same job? We know today that those times are over, regardless if […]
• Be bold and tell everyone you know that you are looking for employment – be detailed in the type of job you are looking for • Tell your parents, your neighbor, your friends, etc. You never know who may be in their network – they can connect you to professionals who are in your […]
How self-knowledge can help you become your best self ‣ Spend some time doing self-reflection and think about what truly makes you happy. Your personal purpose is the thing you do that you enjoy the most. ‣ To find your purpose, ask yourself what gave you the most joy when you were young? What comes […]
Let’s start with being very clear, career gaps are normal and almost everyone in their employment history has at least one career gap in some part of their life. Depending on the retirement age in your country, our professional lives can usually last for about 40 to 50 years. One has to be extremely lucky […]
Contact Information Do use a professional email address, e.g. [email protected] Don’t use a college email address, e.g. [email protected] Do make it easier for recruiters to contact you, so add a phone number You don’t need to put down your full email address Do only use one email address for your resume and applications Summary section […]
In the hospitality industry, times can be unpredictable, and that’s okay. The question is, how do successful business owners stay confident when things are uncertain? Well, they do it by having a strong and adaptable mindset. This means being able to handle and deal with challenges, using good ways to cope with stress, and being […]