There are different approaches to connecting on LinkedIn. Some treat it like a social network where you can follow anyone. Others view it as an exclusive club, keeping only connections with people they have worked with and whom they know personally. Whether you are networking for a professional circle or future career prospects or plain […]
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STATEMENTS THAT HELP WHILE NEGOTIATING YOUR SALARY AND COMPENSATION Pursuant to my last post on negotiating compensation with employers, (remember not external recruiters), in the first round of negotiations, the subject of salary may come-up for the first time. So, when you’re asked “What salary are you expecting” or “What was your last compensation”, I
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Many of my clients have said, I just can’t negotiate salary or negotiating salary makes me uncomfortable”. However, when it comes to negotiating the purchase of a home, car, or any other product or service, it comes naturally and is perceived as a right. Our inability to negotiate is not a result of incapacity, but
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In an impactful cover letter, your accomplishments take center stage rather than past roles. This is especially useful if: 💠You are applying for roles where you’re expected to deliver on certain goals or results with targets and metrics that can be measured. 💠In addition, it highlights your capabilities if you haven’t followed a straightforward career
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As an erstwhile Recruiter, almost 90% of the resumes I have seen display a laundry list of highlighted soft skills and frankly speaking , this section is skipped because it feels like reading a list of self-flattery or vanity bragging. A key strategy to adapt is to showcase your soft skills with a real-time instance
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