Finding a New Job
Small Talk Your Way into Your Next Supply Chain Role
You might dismiss small talk as a minor part of the application process, but a lack of small talk could be a deal-breaker when you are at a job interview and the hiring manager isn’t totally convinced you’re right for the gig, or they have you up against someone with similar qualifications who also happens…
Read More4 Myths You’ll Hear About Finding A Job After College
It’s that time of the year again – college graduation! College graduates around the country are now on the prowl for a new job. If you are one of them, or you know someone who is a recent college grad, you’ve probably been hearing about the challenges these folks face in the job market. Some…
Read More4 Things You Need to Know Before Starting Your Supply Chain Career
A career in the supply chain industry can be very rewarding, but like most things, it isn’t easy. Regardless of how you prepare to start a new career, there’s usually something unpredicted that pops up and makes you wish you had known about it beforehand. This can be particularly true with a supply chain career,…
Read MoreGet Lucky During Your Next Interview – Follow These 3 Out-Of-The-Box Ways to Impress Your Interviewer
Let’s face it: There’s a bit of personal luck involved when it comes to landing a job. All you can do as a job seeker is put yourself in a position to get lucky. The best way to do that is to impress your interviewer. When you impress your interviewer, you separate yourself from most…
Read MoreThe Best Time of the Day to Apply for Jobs
The typical job seeker applies to job opportunities when it’s most convenient. If they’re employed, job seekers generally apply to new jobs in the evenings and weekends; while unemployed job seekers likely apply first thing in the morning. Although these times may be convenient, research has shown they don’t have the best odds for getting…
Read MoreHow to Reschedule a Supply Chain Job Interview You Genuinely Can’t Make
A job interview is something you must make time for, but sometimes life doesn’t cooperate; children can get sick and transportation can fall through. If you truly want the job but can’t make a scheduled interview, you need to reschedule in a way that doesn’t hurt your chances of landing an offer. You must let…
Read MoreHaven’t Job Searched Since You Got Fired? Follow These 3 Tips.
Preferably, a job search is something you begin on your own terms. However, you won’t always start searching for a new job because you’re unhappy with your current one. Layoffs and terminations can occur unexpectedly. When these events occur, you’ll likely want to run out and find a new job the next day, if only…
Read MoreIs a Supply Chain Cover Letter THAT Important?
Unless you’re applying to a job through an online portal that doesn’t allow for one, a cover letter is an essential part of any application. That being said, many hiring managers do admit to not reading cover letters they receive. A recent survey by Jobvite found that just 26 percent of hiring personal say they…
Read MoreAnxious About Getting the Job? How to Follow Up Without Being a Pest.
When you submit an application for a job you really want, you may have an overwhelming urge to follow up and ask, “Did you happen to get a look at the great resume I put a ton of work into?” But doing that can appear a bit desperate, and we all know that desperation in…
Read MoreWhat to Do When You Feel Like the Outsider at Your Office
Imagine you have a good, well-paying job and your employer is extremely supportive, but for some reason – you’re just not getting along with your co-workers. Many people find themselves in this situation and fixing it can be tricky. It’s not like you’re in a toxic work environment and need to get out as soon…
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