Career Advice: Do your research. Gather as much information as you can about the company you interview at. It will help you to ask the right questions.

Career Advice: A cardinal rule for interviews is to offer warm greetings to everyone you meet” from the parking attendant to the receptionist & hiring manager.

Career Advice: You should apply for certain positions, even if you don’t meet all requirements. Many companies hire for culture fit and talent over experience.

Career Advice: No matter how bad your experiences have been never badmouth a previous employer. It’s extremely unprofessional, and won’t make a good impression.

Career Advice: If you’re filling in an application form by hand, write neatly, and follow all instructions. You won’t get hired if they can’t read it.

Career Advice: Google yourself, and see what comes up. Many employers will reject a job candidate based on information found about the potential hire online.

Career Advice: Know your worth. Know how much others in the same position as you are making so you’re not too far off-base when negotiating salary.

Career Advice: Most employers have specific time based positions to fill, so the greater your availability, the greater your chances of being hired.

Career Advice: Stay motivated during your job search. Challenge yourself to submit five applications a day or give yourself a deadline to find a job.

Career Advice: Prepare interesting yet relevant stories of past experiences that showcase your skills, e.g. conflict resolution, overcoming challenges, etc.