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Should you wait to accept a job offer?

How long should you wait before accepting a job offer? About a millisecond if it's your dream job. But what if it's not? We all know that the stars do not always align perfectly. Sometimes you need time to think about an offer. Maybe you interviewed somewhere else and...

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Talking Turkey: How to Negotiate for a New Position

Talking Turkey: How to Negotiate for a New Position

Now that you're finishing up your Thanksgiving leftovers, it’s time to think about your next career move. Many people find new jobs during the holiday season because companies are preparing for the new year. Part of landing a job that will make you happy long-term is...

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Job Interview Nightmares – Just in Time for Halloween

Job Interview Nightmares – Just in Time for Halloween

We gathered around a campfire with a few Florida hiring managers to swap scary stories about interviews gone wrong. (Okay, we admit it, we just connected by phone and email - but that doesn't sound nearly as scary, does it?) So, lock your doors, turn on all your...

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How to Answer the Greatest Weakness Question

How to Answer the Greatest Weakness Question

What's your greatest weakness? This is one of the hardest interview questions to answer. It's a great idea to know what you're going to say when a prospective employer tosses this query your way. Here's some advice on how to knock it out of the park when you answer....

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How to Follow Up after an Interview

How to Follow Up after an Interview

You found your dream job, had a strong interview and your skills are a good match for the position. What next? Ideally, a strong finish. Take these steps to stand apart from other candidates who also want the position.     Follow Up Quickly Make sure you...

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Surviving a Layoff

Surviving a Layoff

One of our job candidates was celebrating his 9-year anniversary with his employer when the company pulled the plug. “It’s nothing you’ve done, we’ve just decided to re-evaluate our business model,” they told him. You may have been there. Or given the current impact...

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Get Noticed by Your Dream Employer

Get Noticed by Your Dream Employer

We all have that company – the one we’d do just about anything to work for. It’s the company we daydream about, whether because of opportunities for advancement, benefits, high salaries, or travel perks. So why not make that dream a reality? Use these tips to get noticed by your top-pick employer.

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