How to deal with rejections from job applications
Hi Ray, Thank you so much for your interest in the Product Manager position at XYZ Company. Unfortunately, we have decided not to proceed with your candidacy as we felt…
You got Rejected? Discover Why and Increase Your Chances of Winning the Next Time
It’s quite disappointing to receive a rejection mail after investing so much toil in a cover letter, a resume and even interview preparation sessions. Most often, we are made to…
How do I develop a Career Plan?
Phew! It’s been 2 months already. I do miss getting in touch with all of you. “What kept me away?” Well, after 4 years in the Pharmaceutical Marketing industry working in…
Expectation Management Techniques – First Few Years After School
Do you remember that time when you were so sure about that job application, examination result, birthday gift, relationship, travel plans, contract, or deal and it just did not go…
Beyond Salary: Considerations Before Accepting A Job Offer (First Few Years After School)
Once upon a time, I had the opportunity to attend two job interviews on the same day - 20th December 2016; one with the company I was interning with (let’s…
First Few Years After School – A Guide to Effective Networking
network noun BrE: /ˈnetwɜːk/ NAmE: /ˈnetwɜːrk/ 1. a complicated system of roads, lines, tubes, nerves, etc. that are connected to each other and operate together. 2. a closely connected group of people, companies,…
First Few Years After School – Is your résumé competitive enough?
“I tender my application for jobs, but I never land interviews” Do you often find yourself in this situation? I understand that it can be frustrating. The baseline is that…
First Few Years After School-6 Hacks For A Smarter Job Hunt
There has been so much unrest globally because of COVID-19. I can understand how difficult this is for individuals, me inclusive, and economies at large. What happens to all the…
First Few Years After School Episode 2 |National Service – The First Job
Hi there! I am back with the second article. I almost slipped on this, but I did turn to my motto this year; No Excuses 2020. So, we move! I…
First Few Years After School (Episode 1)
My first résumé was a complete “daboo” – a technical term for a copied assignment in the university. I literally lifted the contents of a senior colleague’s résumé and did…