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Looking for a new job can be an exciting and rewarding experience. The very thought of landing a new opportunity breeds optimism; most job seekers look forward to the fresh start a new role brings. But what if the job search doesn’t go as planned? What if days of job seeking quickly turn into weeks with no offers? What if weeks then lead to months of fruitless searching? For many job seekers, this is an all too common scenario that often leads to a sense of hopelessness. Consider the following tips for overcoming job hunt blues:

Laissez-faire managers follow a low-engagement philosophy under which experienced and creative employees tend to thrive. But if you aren’t creative or experienced, how can you survive in this kind of work environment? You learn to manage yourself.

When reviewing job postings, most candidates focus on the required skills listing as these identifiers truly make-or-break eligibility for a position. Therefore, before even beginning a job search, and definitely before applying, it is beneficial to review and research your personal skill set in conjunction with employment roles and positions that the current job market demands. By taking this initiative, a prospective candidate can be advantageous in obtaining a well-matched and well-paid position.

You probably give your employer your all, which means that you might put in 60-hour work weeks and could be pushing yourself on a daily basis. Although having a strong work ethic is certainly admirable, finding balance in the chaos is equally important. Luckily, these tips can help you stay sane while giving your company your all.

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In 2012, popular job board and employment advice website, CareerBuilder.com, conducted a survey in an attempt to determine just how much a bad hire can cost an organization. Of the employers that responded to the survey, 69% said that their companies had been “adversely affected” by poor hiring decisions that very year. Nearly a quarter of respondents, meanwhile, claimed that their respective “bad hires” had cost their businesses more than $50,000.

Job seekers often spend a great deal of time perfecting their resumes. While there is no doubt that a professional resume is an essential component of the job search process, a well-crafted cover letter is equally important but often neglected. Cover letters can reflect a side of you that your resume simply can’t portray. For example, when executed well, a cover letter can demonstrate your work ethic and attention to detail. Regardless of how impressive your resume is, a poorly written- or non-existent- cover letter might be a deal breaker. Consider the following cover letter tips:

Now that you have your degree and have put your career into motion, how do you keep it in motion? Why, networking of course! You can find mentors and career growth opportunities just by keeping in touch with the people you’ve met over the course of your career.
Networking doesn’t have to be a business card grab-game with sweaty palms and awkward elevator speeches. It’s the 21st Century and time to update your definition of networking with these five ways to establish and build your professional network:

Managers in every industry are challenged to find new ways to keep inspiring and motivating employees throughout the year. In the IT industry, these strategies could look very different than government, education or manufacturing. We like these tips for inspiring IT employees and keeping them motivated throughout the year.

In some industries, employment costs make up almost 50% of a firm’s expenditures. It’s understandable that when executives look at the bottom line, payroll stands out as an easy area to cut. Here are some alternative places to look for cost-cutting before considering a workforce reduction: