Job dissatisfaction is a growing pandemic in the workforce. According to the latest research, a whopping 85% of working professionals feel unhappy with what they do.

Of course, there are many possible reasons for this phenomenon. But today, I’m going to talk about one thing that could profoundly revolutionize your level of fulfillment not only in your current job but throughout your entire career and set you on a completely new trajectory.

Does that sound good? Let’s go.

Do you know what the number one motivator is when it comes to one’s career? The one thing that spurs people and propels when it comes to work. And it’s not money nor title. It’s not about managing people, having a great work-life balance or even going on vacations. The number one factor that drives people is: PROGRESS (softly)

Making progress is the single greatest source of motivation for the vast majority of professionals. The problem is that most people do not experience growth. Or more accurately...

If you are frustrated with failed interviews but unsure what you’re missing, you need to read this post.

Suppose you’re not passing the interviews even though you know you’re qualified, or you make the 2nd/3rd rounds but find yourself repeatedly passed over. In that case, you’re in the right place because in today’s article, I’ll reveal the 3 most common reasons why qualified job candidates miss out on offers they deserve. Let’s go.

1.  Not preparing for your responses beforehand.

• One common misconception many job seekers have | is that they are supposed to just show up at and interview | and say whatever comes to their mind on the spot. They think that this is being genuine and authentic.
• But let me humbly submit to you, that is a terrible idea!
• If you had an important presentation or a business meeting that could change your career trajectory, would you make sure to prepare for it as best as you can, or will you just wing it? Of course you will prepare! An intervi
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We all know that writing well-crafted content in a CV is essential in capturing the attention of employers and selling your qualifications. But are you aware that knowing what to remove from your CV is just as important if you want to stand out? In fact, leaving certain elements in your profile will actually hurt your chances of the first interview and hinder you from eventually landing your dream job. So, let’s go through the list and make sure to remove whatever is applicable so you will have an awesome resume.

Let’s go!

1. Generic, fluffy, overused words

There are certain words that sound nice but they have been so overused that they no longer carry much meaning or impact in a resume. And you’ll know what I’m talking about because we all use them. I’m referring to words like, “motivated”, hard-working, diligent, and other similar cliches that anyone can write without any context or proof. Hiring managers are not interested in seeing those terms.

Instead, aim to focus o...

Losing a job can be a challenging and uncertain event, but it could also be an opportunity for growth, and finding a career path that truly aligns with your goals. In this article, I’m going to share with you 3 essential & practical steps you should take right away if you are out of a job as you get ready to find your next career destination.

1.  Be clear about what you’re looking for (Job Search Goals)

Contrary to popular belief, one of the first things you need to do after losing a job is to resist the temptation of applying to every job in every industry. This is one of the most common mistakes that leads to mediocre results or causes you to take a step back in your career because your effort will be all over the place.

If you want to give yourself the best chances of landing an opportunity that are in line with your goals and that you can be truly happy with, there are strategic job search preparations you need to make such as crafting a targeted resume, researching th...

Resume Tips for Jumpy/Patchy Work History

It can be stressful if you have a patchy career history because most hiring managers do not prefer to interview or hire candidates who have not stayed very long in their previous firms. However, there are times when employees have no choice but to leave their firms due to circumstances that are out of their control. Perhaps the previous employer had a lot of issues, or maybe the next role was just too good of an opportunity to pass up, which was an exceptional case. Whatever the situation maybe, as long as you're someone who is genuinely able and want to build a long-term career with the next employer, it's quite unfortunate if you have be disadvantaged because of your history.

If you're in this situation, today's article is for you!

When I say jumpy history, I generally refer to leaving a company in less than a year. Of course, every situation is different, so you do need to make your own judgment calls. But, generally speaking,...

5 Things to never say in an Interview.

Can you tell me the top 5 things you should never say in an interview?

Today we have an essential topic to discuss that can make or break your interview. We all recognize the importance of saying the right thing and highlighting our skills and expertise. However, it's just as crucial to understand what we should avoid saying during an interview because certain statements can instantly raise red flags in the eyes of potential employers, ultimately deciding not to consider you despite your strengths and qualifications.

1. "I actually want to do something else."

This is probably the least favorite thing an interviewer wants to hear. But it comes up surprisingly often. Of course, no one will say it directly like this, but it comes up during the discussion, especially when answering questions such as "What are your career goals?" or "What are you passionate about?" or "Where do you see yourself in x number of years?"

And if we are no...

Today, let's learn how to pass background checks with flying colors. 

Do you know that passing the interviews, getting the offer, and signing the contract does not guarantee you will have a job?

There is still one more step that could go wrong, and that is: "background checking."

In today's article, I'm going to share with you rock-solid tips to make sure that you pass your background checks with flying colors.

For those of you who are not 100% sure about what a background check is, it’s the process that gets kicked off once the job seeker has signed the contract and is waiting to join the company. Depending on the employer, the background checking process can take anywhere between a few days to a few months.

Usually, this is what the process looks like:

• When the company makes an offer, and the candidate accepts it, the employer asks a professional background-checking company to start off the process
• The background-checking company will ask you to provide a list
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Before you submit your resume or make your next application, make sure you go through this checklist. Here is the last-minute resume checklist that will help you avoid embarrassing mistakes and boost your chances of getting that first interview!

As mentioned, today’s article is the final checklist you want to reference before you submit your CV next if you want to avoid common pitfalls, grab the readers’ attention immediately, and maximize your chances of securing the meeting.  Plus, it only takes a few minutes. Sounds helpful? Let’s go!

1. Professional Summary

The first thing to check is your professional summary. Professional Summary is the top section of your CV, right below your name and contact information. This is like the 30-second pitch of your background and is what most people will read first when opening your resume. Therefore, writing a strong summary will go very far in terms of capturing the reader’s attention.

For the purpose of this article, I recommend...

A counteroffer is a tricky subject. It's only given to someone after he or she has RESIGNed from their employer. At first, it can feel somewhat flattering - that your boss would make an effort to try and keep you. And you feel bad not to take it because it may seem like you're rejecting them for the 2^nd time especially after they made all this effort.

Yet, at the same time, if you accept the counteroffer, you will be going back on your word and your commitment to the other company that took the initiative to make an attractive offer to you first. And you have already accepted and signed it too, which will likely lead to burning the bridge.

So before you make this important decision, what pros and cons should you consider? In this article, I will break them down for you so that you can make the best-informed and most advantageous decision for your career.

After we have discussed the pros and cons, I will attempt to answer the question, "should you take a counteroffer?" so ...

Salary negotiation can be a stressful and nerve-wracking experience. You finally found a company you like, you've done a great interview, the employer likes you, and they want to make an offer! How awesome!

But then you realize, oh shoot, I still have to do the negotiation. And you think - What should I do if the offer amount is too low? Can I ask for more? If yes, how do I even bring it up? What if I ask for too much… or too little? What if I turn them off, and they don't want to hire me anymore?

And these are all valid concerns. You can do everything well up until this point and ultimately end up with the result that you're not satisfied or happy with, depending on how well this step of the job process, called negotiation, goes.

Based on my 15+ years of experience working with thousands of ambitious job seekers, I have come to realize that many people find negotiation difficult – not only because they do not know how to do it but also because of the concern that they will...