I’ll admit it. When I started working, I didn’t know you could negotiate a salary. I thought the number in the offer letter was carved in stone. Employers give, and you take with no conversation around it. But when I became a recruiter, I was shocked when a candidate pushed back, and my boss was okay with it: companies actually expect you to negotiate. 

Your interviewer should be on their best behavior during the interview. Through their words and actions, they should try to demonstrate that the job and organization will be a good opportunity for you. After all, interviews should always be a two-way conversation. They will be finding out about you to see if you are a fit, and you are finding out about them to see if they are a fit.

So, if you experience any of the following, take notice. 

I am going to be honest. Many of your LinkedIn About sections suck.

They are dull and unappealing and make you seem like you are some kind of robot.

Let’s be honest: Most people dread writing their resume. They put it off and put it off until they have to. Then, they spend hours, if not days, trying to write a decent one.

What if I told you that resume writing does not have to be time-consuming or overwhelming?

When you feel detached from your work and the organization, it may feel like the only solution is getting yourself out of there quickly. Yet, that may not be the right solution. Spend some time to assess what is going on with you and whether a change in scenery will improve your situation in the long run. Remember: it is never a good idea to flee a job; it is always better to go towards something that is a better fit.

Getting the right help can be the difference between landing the job and missing out—so who should you trust with your interview prep?

“There are very few things worse than a prolonged period of unemployment. It saps your confidence and puts you in a state of constant stress. You start thinking that there is something wrong with you. But nothing is wrong with you. Sometimes, your situation is due to a strategy that’s not working, and sometimes, it’s bad timing for your job search. Don’t give up!”

A good boss can make or break your experience in an organization. When you work with a boss whose management style aligns with how you work, this can positively impact your job satisfaction, the effort you put in, and ultimately, your long-term success at this organization and in your career.

If you realize that you are using too many burnout skills, impacting your career and personal life, then this information is vital to understanding what roles are a better fit.