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In the corporate world, “power skills” and “hard skills” get thrown around frequently, especially since many employers seek these when recruiting people. But what’s the difference between these? What exactly does having these skills even mean, and is having more traits of a particular skill set more advantageous than the other? Let’s look into these a little further and discuss them.
Power Skills
Power skills are traits that allow you to separate yourself from other people and technology. Also known …
The summer is an excellent time for working. You’re out of classes, and you have more free time that will allow you to focus on career ventures. But instead of thinking about how beneficial a summer job will be for your resume, have you ever thought about how it’d benefit you? Summer jobs can help you gain valuable work experience and new skills, so taking advantage of these opportunities is necessary. So, before you start your summer job, here are …
Professional headshots are a pivotal part of how employers perceive you, giving them a face to which they can attach your name. However, the thought and the process of taking headshots feel awkward, practically resembling taking a yearbook photo for school. Nevertheless, the key to unlocking the best professional headshot strategies is very formulaic in practice, and the implementation of these results in a great photo that can last you years. So, whether your first professional headshot shoot is coming …
First impressions are significant in business, leaving your employer with an impactful mark of your persona. However, the phrase “first impression” is slightly misleading, as it does not necessarily refer to the first encounter between you and your employer. Instead, how you present yourself, act, and respond to situations throughout the first week or two makes up a first impression. Even then, however, you need to keep up with the behavior you presented yourself with to leave an even more …