Should you go back to your old job? Advice for the boomerang employee

You left your job for a reason, but the situation has changed. Maybe there’s a new manager, a change in the workplace culture, or a bigger salary. Should you go back to your old job? Companies have become more open to rehiring “boomerang employees.” Here are some useful tips.

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If your boss offers you a raise when you try to quit, should you accept?

You’ve handed in your resignation, but now your boss is offering more money. Or maybe they’re dangling better hours, a change in your job description, flexibility or other perks. Should you accept?

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10 Questions to Identify Your Unique Selling Proposition for a Job

What differentiates you in the job market? What makes you special? A job seeker’s unique selling proposition is the key to standing out from the competition. Once you clarify what those key points are, you’ll have a powerful tool for success in your job interviews, your resume, your LinkedIn profile – in all of your [continue reading…]

Eye Contact during Video Interviews: An Easy Trick You Probably Don’t Know

Take a few seconds to do this at the start of every video interview. It works like a charm!

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No time to prepare for your job interview?

A recruiter calls you today–late in the afternoon–with a “dream job” opportunity. Here’s the catch: they want to do the interview tomorrow at 8 AM. You’ll have no time to prepare for the interview. What do you do? Do you really have to do the interview tomorrow? Try to buy time. If you haven’t already [continue reading…]