How to Beat Your Peers for a Promotion

One of the most challenging workplace situations is having to apply for a job promotion against some of your peers. You may have some close relationships with them, but you have to do what's right for yourself when the opportunity comes. That means that you will have to compete with them and win. Here are some tips you can use to get ahead of your peers when the promotions come up.

How Resilience Can Change Your Job Search

When you first started your career you probably got plenty of advice on how to write a resume and nail an interview. Did anyone talk to you about the importance of resilience, though? Probably not. Resilience is one skill that most people don't even qualify as a skill, but the success of every aspect of our lives depends on it. Keep reading to find out how resilience can change your job search. 

Are Job Fairs a Waste of Time?

If you are like most job hunters you are busy tapping into every possible job search tool right now. Job fairs are a popular way that companies connect with potential employees. However, considering the time investment a job fair requires, many people do ask if the job fair is really worth it. Here are three things to keep in mind when you are considering a job fair. 

How to Make a Gap Year Look like a Career Decision

So you’ve had a gap year and now you’re wondering how you can describe that time to make it look more professional and appealing to your potential employers. First off, the great thing about resumes and job applications is you can say whatever you want as long as you can back it up.