Job search tips, interview prep, and career growth advice from the Profiles team for creative, marketing, and tech professionals.
When traveling with my family over the Thanksgiving Holiday I spent four nights in four separate beds: 3 states, 2 hotel rooms, 1 stop at the in-laws, and 1 stop at a friend’s house. While the weekend was a whirlwind of visits, it did help to inspire some thought behind this blog. Whether you’re a…
It’s happened to countless strong contenders in the workplace today. A job description for a graphic design, IT or marketing job seems to be written just for you. Soon enough, the recruiter gets your resume, sets up an interview, and you know that nothing short of missing the interview could keep you from landing the…
So you are looking for the next job and it is time to update or build your resume. Here is the nagging question: your resume looks a little thin in the area of experience you are applying for. Working for a Web/IT, Marketing and Creative staffing agency, thousands of resumes come across our desk. Should…
Telecommuting is an option for many professionals. Working off site could mean better work/life balance or a shorter/nonexistent commute. However, such benefits are not without drawbacks. Many telecommuters will acknowledge that “out of sight” may very well mean “out of mind” when it comes to being chosen for promotions and/or juicy assignments. The possibility that…
When most jobseekers begin their search, it’s usually either because they lost their job, or they’re so miserable that they’re ready to make a move. Both are very emotionally-charged circumstances that can often spur confusion, shame and depression. When a job search begins, there’s no way of knowing how long it will take. Even if…
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When I was younger, I thought my parents were the smartest people in the world. They seemed to know the answers to everything, and it always made perfect sense to me. I never thought I would see the day that my knowledge was greater than theirs; but recently I realized they aren’t perfect, especially when…
From graphic design, to IT and marketing; across all disciplines and fields, the question of how to establish a successful and effective career path is always an underlying question. What do I need to do to get noticed? How can I illustrate all my strong skills? How do I get promoted? As a career-driven individual,…
You have applied for your perfect job. You have made it through the initial phone screen. You have completely impressed the hiring manager and entire team during your in person interview. You are feeling pretty confident that the job is yours and you can begin the next chapter of your career. The following day, HR…
