Category: Job search strategy
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How will Employee Engagement work in the Gig Economy of the future?
Yesterday I had the privilege of attending an interesting & insightful Masterclass on the Bloom-World platform. A major subject of the discussions was Employee Engagement This got me thinking about how employee engagement will pan out as Gig Economy evolves in future. Undoubtedly, employee engagement contributes to employee wellbeing, productivity, retention & profits. But it’s…
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Employees need a PURPOSE to Return to Office
Employees need a WHY to return to office! A daily commute was once the norm. But sustained productivity during the pandemic has changed things. This has left many employees asking: WHY return to office? Employees now look for a more meaningful & fruitful work day with better social interaction. More employee connection, social capital &…
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Re-entering the workplace after a career gap?
Returning to the workplace after a #career gap? Returning to workplace after a gap can be tough. Whatever the reason – caring for a child or elderly parent, due to a major illness or a job loss. The pandemic and the unemployment it brought in its wake, has increased the numbers of those re-entering the…
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Salary negotiation – an important Skill
Salary negotiation – an important Skill? Most people find salary negotiation awkward- whether at interview or when looking for promotion. Surveys show that only around 46% men & 37% women negotiate salary. Those who do not negotiate are likely to work around 5 years longer (than those who negotiate) to make the same money over…
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Does your Resume read like Spam?
Does your resume read like Spam? With the use of the Application Tracking System (ATS) becoming more & more common in recent years, candidates are taking no chances with this entry-level gateway. Tailoring one’s Resume to the Job Description certainly makes eminent sense. It definitely stands a better chance than a generic Resume. But overdosing…
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A little Detachment helps on your job search.
A certain amount of detachment helps in one’s job search. Today’s job search involves a myriad strategies & can feel almost like a full time job. It’s important to get off to a great flying start with a list of well researched target companies. Using red flags on hard data to eliminate companies. As well…
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Managing Workplace Conflicts
Managing Workplace Conflicts. Interpersonal conflicts are bound to arise when people work together. Studies show that 95% of employees admit that they’ve experienced conflicts with colleagues in last 5 years. These can lead to undesirable outcomes like toxic environment, lower productivity, poor decision making. A survey published in New York Times showed that conflicts between…
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When does the Interview End?
When does the interview end? Most people think the interview ends when you walk out of the room. Nothing could be further than the truth. Often your engagement with the Company has just become. Several steps you need to take after the interview. 1. A Thank You note to thank them for their time, immediately…
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The 6 Minute Interview
The Six Minute Interview! . A job interview is a daunting prospect, even for the most confident of us. It’s said to be the third thing people fear the most. The first being death and the second, public speaking. While every second is critical, six minutes make all the difference. The Beginning:The First Impression which…
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Guiness Book of Records
It’s no surprise that everyonehas heard of Guiness World Records, the highest recognised human record in a particular category. But it’s certainly a very welcome surprise and dream come true, to see one’s own name on that Certificate. Sincere gratitude and immense thankfulness to Success Gyan and Surendran Jayasekar for making this happen, through Super…
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