The Confident Career

Busted! Lying on Your Resume is Likely to Cost You the Job

You’re stuck in a job you hate. You’ve been applying to any and every job you’re qualified for, but are having little luck. Then, you see your dream job listed. The description sounds like it was written from your resume – except for one thing.

2-3 years Photoshop experience required. Well, you’ve used Photoshop to add a drop shadow before. And, you could always teach yourself if you land the job. So, 3 years of Photoshop experience makes its way onto your resume. 

Nexxtciting New Partnership with the NEC

As fall (and the fall sports season) quickly closes in, Nexxt is excited to announce our new partnership with the Northeast Conference (NEC).

Dud or Stud? What Sources to Trust When Evaluating a Company

In this day and age, we have access to a wealth of information, thanks to the internet. That includes information about a potential employer – important information that can help you make an educated decision on whether or not to work somewhere.

6 Takeaways from 6 Months on the Job

As I approach my 6-month mark at Markitors as a Digital Marketing Manager, I have come up with a list of 6 useful takeaways from the job thus far. These takeaways are relevant for anyone in any job, so enjoy!

How Clean is Your Social Presence?

 

“Watch what you post online – once it’s out there, it’s out there forever.” This is perhaps one of the most repeated warnings to the younger generations today. And while it’s annoying to hear over and over again, it’s true. In fact, 70% of employers check out candidates’ social profiles, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Near, Far, Wherever You Are – A Guide to Navigating Out-of-Town Interviews

For some time now, the job market has been hot for job seekers. Companies are in a frantic search for qualified candidates, meaning that they may be willing to go to extremes to find them. And, if you’ve been looking for a job in a different city or state but have been tossed aside in favor of local candidates, now could be your time to shine. Here are a few things to consider when going on an out-of-town interview.

What to Do When You’re Not Qualified for Your Own Job

I’m not qualified to be a CEO.

 

Two years ago, I had never run a real business. Never managed more than three people. Didn’t (and still don’t) have an MBA. The list of “why I’m not qualified” goes on. And yet, I just completed year number two as the Founder & CEO of a digital marketing company. In two years, I’ve helped lead our company past the seven-figure mark in revenue and now have fifteen employees with clients in four continents.

In the Spirit of Professionalism, Don’t Ghost Employers

Earlier this year, I wrote a piece that talked about employers ‘ghosting’ candidates instead of letting them know they did not get the job. Now, the tables have turned and employees are the ones who are ghosting. They’ve started skipping out on interviews and even the first day of work, without a word to the employer. Is this karmic revenge or a new trend steering people in the wrong direction?

Do Not Disturb: How to Keep Office Distractions at Bay

While our parents and grandparents were able to work through the day with their only distraction being Chatty Cathy from accounting, current employees can’t get through 30 minutes of work without interruption. This is due to a variety of factors including: cell phones, social media, IMs, and the everyday office buzz. Though these are all things that are part of our everyday lives, there are efforts you can make to minimize the distractions.

Hot or Not? How to Stay Cool (And Look Professional) In the Summer

Now that we’ve entered July, it’s fair to say it’s officially hot. Not just short sleeves and cropped pants, hot. It’s ‘oh no! what do I wear when it’s 101 degrees out?’ hot. Whether your office is buttoned-up business professional or as casual as can be, here are a few ideas on how to stay cool at work this summer.