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Feb 10th, 2021
The common denominator over the past ten years is the ubiquitous presence of new technology. Every year marked the beginning for new advancements and opportunities in technology, for developers and users alike. While the surge in technology rendered certain jobs redundant, it also created countless new professional avenues, that neatly fit into the frenzied and tech-dependent rhythm of today.    Here are 5 such lucrative and innovative jobs, that would have been astoundingly inconceivable ten years ago.    1. Podcast Host  With the ubiquity of smartphones, time... + continue reading
Jan 21st, 2021
Whether you are starting a new job or gunning for a promotion at your current one, we all know that we should be negotiating the salary. Let’s be honest, the renumeration package plays a huge role in keeping us motivated at work. So, the big question is, are you willing to negotiate to ensure you get what you deserve?   In most cases, people are afraid of negotiations, and rightly so, they are difficult conversations and could be rather scary and awkward. Money matters sometimes make people uncomfortable, however, not negotiating your salary could put you in an uneasy situation... + continue reading
Jan 15th, 2021
Amidst revelations of the new normal, the need for working from home surged last year. People found comfort in accessing work from their homes, in the hopes of keeping themselves and their loved ones safe. Moreover, with the rapid evolution of tech and digital spheres in recent years, this switch from working within a physical corporate environment to a virtual one was relatively seamless in most industries. Although people have been working from home for various reasons in the past, be it that they are stay-at-home moms who desire to kickstart their careers whilst juggling their... + continue reading
Jan 11th, 2021
With the new year ringing in new hopes and dreams, all of us are sure to have made some promises to ourselves. The good old new years resolutions that we strive hard to keep. However, resolutions help us proclaim and welcome the new year with optimism. After a year of uncertainty, let us dedicate this year to practical, smart, and professional goals to further enhance our lives.   1. Manifest Your Goals Keep those positive vibes going, and manifest the career goals of your dreams! Maintain a journal or a personal blog to help put your objectives in perspective. Take a few... + continue reading
Jan 05th, 2021
Online learning has become the only reliable form of learning, due to the rise of the global Covid-19 pandemic. The use of online programs is not a new concept to most of the world, but it is relatively new to us Lankans as we were so used to and comfortable with traditional, in-class, in-person learning. Therefore, this sudden switch to online learning may create challenges & obstacles for many students depending on various reasons. So here we have listed 7 effective, simple tips to help you get adjusted to online learning.    1: Get comfortable   In school, most... + continue reading
Jan 05th, 2021
Telling a prospective employer why you want to leave your company can be a quite common situation most of the interviewees have to go through. The way you answer the question shows your attitude as well as respect you have towards your current employer and the organization you work with.    Best Answers to Impress Your Interviewer   - I have been working in this company for several years, so now I am looking for an opportunity to experience a new working environment that can help my career growth. I am ready for a change.    - When I went through the job... + continue reading
Jan 05th, 2021
Are you worried that nobody would give you a job because you do not have work experience? It is true that even entry-level jobs ask for one to two years of working experience, but did you know that it is not impossible to get a job without previous work experience sometimes. If you are still waiting to get your first job, here are some of the things you can do while waiting.   If you have been unable to get a job in the field you want to start your career, first, you need to stop worrying about it. Because sometimes somethings take time. So, what you need to do during the waiting... + continue reading
Jan 05th, 2021
Email (also e-mail) communication is the most used written communication in the business world today. Billions of emails are sent worldwide each day whereas writing letters for business purposes is becoming less day by day.   Emails are fast   Email communication is faster, clearer, paperless and most importantly emails documents your communication. So, emails help you track your conversation with other people. At work, there are different types of emails you have to write to different people from different backgrounds. Your emails to your co-workers can be semi-formal, but the... + continue reading
Dec 22nd, 2020
Got a Phone Interview? Here are some helpful tips for your preparation.   Phone interviews are now an effective and more importantly, safer method of conducting interviews after the spread of the Covid-19 virus. However, it is still a very new method that completely changes the already nerve-wracking situation for any interviewees. There are two types of phone interviews, scheduled and unscheduled.   Usually, the company would email you or call you to set up a scheduled time to conduct the interview. However, you must be able to handle a surprise, unscheduled phone call with... + continue reading
Dec 17th, 2020
Why Do You Want to Leave Your Current Company? How to Answer Telling a prospective employer why you want to leave your company can be a quite common situation most of the interviewees have to go through. The way you answer the question shows your attitude as well as respect you have towards your current employer and the organization you work with. Best Answers to Impress Your Interviewer I have been working in this company for several years, so now I am looking for an opportunity to experience a new working environment that can help my career growth. I am ready for a change.... + continue reading