Getting past the early stages of resume review is important. What your resume looks like and how it is organized are some of the things that are used to weed out resumes during the early stages of review. If you make it to the next step, the recruiters and potential [...]
Whether real or imagined, when a perceived fear or threat exists to you or your loved ones’ safety, security or welfare, a feeling of anxiety can overtake you. This feeling of anxiety serves to let you know that you and/or your loved ones are at risk of danger and that [...]
Getting an interview can sometimes be a difficult task when looking for a job. So, when you get one, it is important to make sure that you are prepared and ready for what lies ahead. Getting an interview is not a one step process. There are certain things you need [...]
Formatting a resume correctly is an important aspect in your job search. That's because the first thing recruiters see when they pull out your resume is how it looks. Because employers review so many resumes, the first impression your resume makes is important. This could mean the difference between getting [...]
The Problem The American Psychological Association (APA) defines anxiety as “an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure.” Anxiety is a common occurrence in our American culture. Anxiety disorders affect 40 million people in the United States. In fact, it is the [...]
The first step in preparing for your interview is to learn about the organization with which you are interviewing. Knowing about the organization ahead of time will show the interviewer that you are informed and serious about the job. It will also help you decide if this is a company [...]
You have probably seen a job ad or job posting that asks for a resume. Resumes are becoming an expected part of the application process. It takes a little time and effort to put together an effective resume, but it is worth the effort. Recruiters get so many resumes that [...]
Recent research studies on anxiety and academic performance suggest that performance is lowered when stress and anxiety are present. This is true for all students; however, the effects of anxiety on performance are increased for students in special education. Test Taking and Anxiety One of the major barriers to academic success is [...]
Preparing for a job interview can be a nerve-wracking part of the interview process. Your mind may race with questions like, “What if the interviewer doesn’t like me?” or, “What if I can’t answer some of the questions that are asked?” So, what can you do? It is important to [...]
Resumes are an important part of your job search. More and more, employers expect to see a resume in addition to the job application. The resume gives you a chance to tell your story: who you are, what you’ve done and what you can do. Resumes come in all [...]