Employee Loyalty: Value vs. Obligation What? Is there such a thing as being too loyal to your employer? Yes, there is: when it interferes with your professional development. In general, employee loyalty is a valuable quality; there’s nothing wrong with owning your role and enjoying your job. However, when employee loyalty evolves from a mutual value-add for…
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This may be the understatement of the year: right now there is an incredible need for engineers. All skill sets and experience levels are in high demand from start ups to giant corporations, but that doesn’t mean that every engineer will be employed or successful. In the thriving STEM fields, interpersonal skills are becoming increasingly important…
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Mastering your elevator pitch can land you the job you’ve been looking for! Whether you’re at a networking event, hanging-out with friends or actually run into someone in an elevator, your elevator pitch must grab people’s attention. What is an elevator pitch? An elevator pitch is a 30-second speech used to summarize who you are, your…
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We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again– Professional Networking is essential for your career. From the grocery store to a professional networking event, you should always be prepared. With the right guide, you can strengthen your networking skills and improve on your weaknesses. Follow these tips to make a greater impression while networking: 1….
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Networking is one of the most beneficial career advancement techniques. Developing and implementing a professional networking strategy is a great way to promote your personal brand, build new business relationships, and discover new opportunities throughout your career. Although it may seem difficult at times, networking can be very simple and enjoyable. Best part? There is…
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“Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life” Many have heard this quote once or twice before; It’s refreshing, inspirational and it sounds easy enough. Yet, to do what you love seems to be a little more complicated than expected. Why is it that millions…
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Improve your resume writing skills with the advice from our recruiters. With over 45 years of combined experience, they have seen it all! Here are some of their key tips to building a strong resume: 1. Analyze job descriptions and industry keywords to attract recruiters who are looking for someone with your experience. Don’t overdo…
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YOUR ONLINE PERSONA Based on their online persona, many great workers have gained or lost an opportunity. Follow these tips to strengthen and define your online persona: Develop Your Brand Purpose – Clarify your professional goals first. Are you looking to stay in a similar position? Move up to management? Make a total…
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Get a job fast after graduation by following these easy steps. After all, you have the skills and tools to do it! As you start off your career, learn new ways to expand your job search by identifying areas in which you can improve in. By doing so, it will help you get the right…
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Job search can be daunting at times – Most of us have been there a time or two… or eight. Nevertheless, as an engineer, you are likely to have many options available. That being said, it’s possible that you still find yourself at a job you’re not happy with. Don’t let conformism take over your…
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