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6 Biggest Mistakes Job Seekers Make
6/29/2018
Being active on the job market can be somewhat of an overwhelming undertaking. As the old cliche goes, “it’s a full time job looking for a full time job.” While it’s ok to cut yourself some slack if you’ve been knocking down doors (or sending out resumes) for a while to no avail, you don’t want t... -
Sometimes the decision to look for a new employer and actively put yourself on the job market is a complicated one that includes a lot of hand-wringing, second-guessing, and hesitation.
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If you’re currently on the job market or considering looking for a new job soon, you’ll want to take stock of your “new employer wish list” and evaluate the things you want from a new job that you consider non-negotiable, important but not necessary, or nice but completely non-essential.
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Whether you’ve been on the job market for a few weeks, months, or in the case of some academic positions maybe even years, being passed over for opportunities time and time again can really do a number on your morale and confidence level.
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Check out these 10 inspiring, motivating Ted Talks when you're on the job market. They'll make you think, look your goals and fears squarely in the face, and give you some much-needed perspective during a time of great change and opportunity.
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Check out these five things you can do to before asking for a promotion.
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It’s likely your worst-case professional scenario – being fired from your job. But being fired doesn’t always have to spell failure for your professional life or your morale level.
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Avoid these top three roadblocks during the job search process
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There are a lot of factors that must come together in order to make a “great” workplace. A new report suggests that two of the key features of a great workplace are a “strong sense of purpose and lived-out values.”
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Securing a promotion is a goal that many life science professionals have to progress their career. Whether it’s becoming a laboratory manager or lead scientist, getting promoted within your organization is a way to show your value.
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Whether you’re looking for a new job, negotiating for more pay or responsibility, or seeking to make the transition to a management or leadership position, your presence on social media makes up a large component of your overall professional “brand."
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Peggy Whitson has spent 665 days in space, more than any other US astronaut and more than any other female astronaut in the world. You don’t associate Peggy Whitson with failure. But...
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9 signs it's time to find a new job
3/9/2018
“Of all the strategems, to know when to quit is the best.” – Chinese Proverb. Knowing the right time to make a change at work is a sign of wisdom and indicates strategic thinking, foresight, and overall success as a professional. -
“Networking.” For many people just hearing that word conjures up feelings of dread and anxiety. It’s a form of social and professional interaction – ritual, even – that, while torturous for some, is an absolute necessity in the majority of professional settings and fields, academic and non-acade...
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For many job seekers and employees, bringing up the subject of money is, at best, awkward and uncomfortable.
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It's still possible to get a promotion, learn new skills, and maximize your role even if your manager is less than effective.
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Figuring out the best way to turn down a job offer is a “good” problem to have. If anything, receiving one or multiple job offers gives you a sense of your professional currency on the job market and could even make you a more attractive candidate for other potential employers.
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Networking can be a daunting process, but it is essential for career management.
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According to the National Science Foundation (NSF), approximately 42% of life science professionals with doctorate degrees work in academia.
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New Report: J&J Tops Employment Branding
1/31/2018
The companies were evaluated extensively on Career Pages, Job Boards, Employee Reviews & Candidate Engagement, Accolades, Recruitment Marketing, and Social Responsibility.