Ways to Get the Salary you Want

Catherine Zandueta asked: You’re up for a promotion or you’re looking for a new job. You want to get a higher salary but you don’t know how to negotiate for the salary you want. To negotiate a higher salary, you have to have bargaining chips. Evaluate your position, your strengths, your skills and your experience. [...]

Salary History Strategies for Applicants

Kelli Smith asked: “Include Salary History.” You see the instructions on employment ads or initial email feedback from the Human Resources department of the company to which you’ve applied. Sometimes the request is paired with a request to see your resume. At best, it’s an uncomfortable moment when you’re trying to find a job and [...]

Job Interview Tips

An interview gives you the opportunity to showcase your qualifications to an employer, so it pays to be well prepared. The following information provides some helpful hints. Preparation: * Learn about the organization. * Have a specific job or jobs in mind. * Review your qualifications for the job. * Prepare answers to broad questions [...]