Where Can You Study Human Resource Management
Human Resources Management (HRM) is a very popular subject. At the Bachelor level, there are not that many programs that only cover HRM, so you would usually study Business and choose HR as an elective. At the Master’s level, you will find many specialized programs to choose from. Universities that offer HRM Bachelors in English: […]
First Interview Fears
Being called for a first interview is an exciting prospect, but it’s also one that is stressful. Here are some tips to help you overcome the top first interview fears and present yourself in the best possible way. You won’t arrive at the interview on time. Look up the company address online and make a […]
One Thing You Can Do To Become A Better Employee
If you show up at work every day on time and do your job the best you can, is that enough to be considered a great employee and even advance at work? Unfortunately, the answer is ‘no’ in most jobs – that would only be enough to make you an average employee. But average employees […]
How Important Is It To Have A Career Mentor
A career mentor can be anyone from a professional business coach to an experienced professional you happen to meet who is also in your career field. The following are five reasons why a career mentor may be right for you. Build a Professional Network A great way to secure a successful career future is by […]
11 Top Questions Researching Employers
You have arranged a half hour face-to-face meeting with an employer to pick the brains of someone in a job, career or business area that interests you. What can you talk to them about? How can you come across well? 11 top questions What is the best/worst thing about your job/this area of work? What […]
Where Is Your Dream Job?
No job is going to be perfect all of the time, but if you find yourself continually dreading going into work, or with the strong feeling that there is something else you should be doing, it is time to take the leap and find a job you really love! Here are a few suggestions to […]
Is It Time to Leave Your Job?
You need to find out why what the real issue is about why you want to leave your job. If you dread going to work, is it a general feeling of boredom or ambivalence towards the work you do? Maybe you don’t feel that you gel with your co-workers or boss? Pinpointing exactly what the […]
How To Help Your Employees Achieve Happiness At Work
The rise in value of ‘human capital’ means that organisations should be motivated to keeping their employees happy like no time before. How important are an organisation’s employees? They just might be the most important thing you’ve got going for you. It’s estimated that 80% of the market value of businesses is now accounted for […]
9 of 9 Big Interview Fails
You Lack Confidence And Poise Or Appear Nervous And Ill At Ease. This is why we have interviews! You may look great on paper. You may have gone to a great school or worked for a great company. But the interview will tell the employer who you really are and how you are going to […]
20 Signs Your Resume Won’t Pass the Skim Test
Check which ones apply to you, and then take some action to change it up! Your resume has an objective statementat the top. Your resume does not have a “professional introduction” at the top. Your education is listed at the very top; takes up a lot of room, and you majored in a field […]