Coffee meetings aren't always the best way to network. With so many applicants, it may be hard for your connections to find the time to meet. Try sharing your work via Twitter. Shooting someone a tweet is a lot easier and quicker than meeting for coffee. And who knows? After tweeting for awhile, you might get…
With new technology continuing to grow, more and more people are turning to online programs to get a degree. But not all programs are safe. Accreditation is one factor students should look out for. Schools with accreditation meet certain standards of education, making them the better choices. Before enrolling in a program, students should make sure the…
When you've been rejected over and over again, it can hurt. But what are you doing wrong? Understanding what the problem is will put you closer to nailing that interview and landing the job. If you're not making it past the final round, chances are it's because you're not showing that you understand the position, the…
If your company is behind the times with new technology, it may be time to get them up to speed. But working with co-workers who are set in their ways presents a challenge. How do you introduce them to the new technology without scaring them? Start small and tackle one issue at a time. Try introducing…
Managing your time for an online class can be difficult. But add in a full-time job and it becomes even harder. With so little free time, you'll need to schedule studying anywhere you can. This might mean on the train or bus, on your lunch or in bed before you go to sleep. Don't compromise your job…
It's easy to get stuck in a rut with your cover letter. Instead of creating a form letter that looks like everyone else's, write something that will stand out. Stop starting your letter with "I am applying for..." If you're applying through an online system, the company already know what position you're applying for. Avoid cliches like…
You'll almost always get asked what your salary requirements are in an interview. But how do you answer the question to get the amount of money that you want?
Understand what you are worth. Research online to find out what other people with similar backgrounds, skills and experience are making.
When people tell you "no," look for…
There's one in every office. We've all dealt with an annoying co-worker in the past. But how do you interact with them without leaving a bad impression?
If you're dealing with a loud and obnoxious co-worker, one thing to do is drown out the noise with some music. Put your headphones in, listen to something soothing,…
Bad news for the parents of teenagers: A new study conducted by InsuranceQuotes.com, which was released on Monday, found that the monthly premium a married couple pays for car insurance can jump by as much as 80 percent once a teen driver is added to the policy. The good news, however, is that there is some…
Resumes are an extremely important part of the job search process. It's your first impression to the employer so you want to make sure it's the best it can possibly be. Don't risk getting put in the "no" pile. Take these words out of your resume to increase your chances of getting hired: utilized assisted responsible for…

