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the resume: empathize with the HR recruiter

Empathy goes a long way. Job searching is all about you, but it’s just as much about the HR Recruiter who will ultimately initiate the journey to employment. So empathize with them. I’ve worked in the...

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optimize your resume for online

The paper resume is obsolete. No one prints out their resume and cover letter on fancy paper and submits it via snail mail to a company anymore. This means you’ve got to optimize your resume for online...

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use a cover letter to get your foot in the door

Cardinal rule #1: When applying for a job and submitting your resume, always accompany it with a cover letter. To not submit a cover letter is to assume your resume perfectly fits the job description -...

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the phone interview – don’t take it too seriously

Care about the phone interview very much, but don’t take it too seriously. The phone interview is important. It is the first level of mutual communication between you and your prospective employer. The...

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know your salary when applying for a job

In an economy with high unemployment rates, jobs are scarce and you may find yourself with limited positions to apply to. You may have to bite the bullet and apply to jobs you feel you are...

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the job interview – advice about questions, not answers

If you’ve landed a face-to-face job interview – Congratulations! You’ve risen to the cream of the crop and there are only a few more hurdles left until your new job. The interview can be a very scary...

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want a higher salary? prepare and research

Discussing and/or negotiating your salary with a potential employer is never an easy task. Whether you are a silver-tongued negotiator, or the type to always accept whatever offer is presented to you,...

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just in: The Creative Group 2012 Salary Guide

The 2012 Salary Guide from The Creative Group is now available on their website. Glean over 130 salary ranges for positions in design & production, interactive media, content management,...

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just in: The Creative Group 2013 Salary Guide

The 2013 Salary Guide from The Creative Group is now available on their website. Glean over 130 salary ranges for positions in design & production, interactive media, content management,...

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