Fake job postings are prevalent these days. One estimate says that 40 percent of companies post fake jobs (I really hope that was a typo). So what’s the deal? Some companies post fake roles that they know a lot of people will apply to, for example, internships and entry-level roles. We heard from someone who recently had an interview with a startup that openly admitted their job listing was for marketing purposes. Companies may post job listings on job boards or LinkedIn to optimize their search engine optimization (SEO) rankings. On LinkedIn, when a person applies to a job, they automaticall ..read more

"How in the world am I supposed to find time for networking?!?" Here are 3 ways to help you build your network and possibly give your career a boost. 2 don't require a lot of time. Re-establish connections with former colleagues and classmates Online outreach (try contacting a few people per week) Targeted events (social, professional, associations, alumni groups ..read more

The doors are now open for My Career Clarity: Find Your Path to Fulfillment! ? And for a limited time (until January 17), you can take advantage of Early Bird Pricing! Click HERE Are you feeling stuck in your career? ? Or is it time to finally invest in yourself so your job becomes more than just a paycheck? This program is designed to help you: Identify your unique strengths and talents to shape your future roles Gain clarity on the specific positions that bring you fulfillment, confidence, and impact Communicate your value with powerful language that highlights your strengths in your ..read more

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I first heard Joe O’Connor, CEO and Co-founder of Work Time Reduction, on a Forbes panel called “Beyond Burnout Band-Aids” and found what he had to say about the relationship between well-being and productivity enlightening. I asked him to speak with me about his work. Joe defines burnout as exhaustion, disengagement, and lack of confidence. Thirty three percent or more of employees experience burnout during a work year - a chronic productivity issue. In collaboration with Infinite Potential, he conducted a study which found that 42% of people burned out working standard 40-hour workweek ..read more

Some people hate it, some people love it, and others ignore it. But there’s no doubt about it: LinkedIn is number one among professional networking platforms. It’s become increasingly popular over the years both in the U.S. and other countries. While many professionals view it as a job search site only, there’s so much more for you to take advantage of. Let’s bust some myths around it. Myth #1: It’s only for job seekers. Yes, LinkedIn is a job search site and you can apply directly to positions. Recruiters use it to source candidates and job seekers use it to connect with people at different ..read more