virtualjobguru A reader writes: I was on the job hunt about two and some years ago and got approval from certain teammates to act as references. I got a job (hooray) but now I’m starting to look again and I’m being asked for references. The thing is that I haven’t been in touch with these coworkers … Read more
You’ve got ideas worth sharing and skills worth teaching. The trick is choosing the right stage. A webinar is a stage for reach, story and a crisp next step. A virtual training is a classroom for practice, feedback and behaviour change. Match the format to the mission and your sessions feel lighter, livelier, and much … Read more
When it comes to Node.js development, choosing the right framework can make or break your project. Two popular Node.js frameworks in this space are Express and NestJS. But which one should you choose? In this post, we’ll compare Express vs NestJS to help you make an informed decision for your next backend project. Express: The … Read more
Whatever the reason for your career break, there’s no need for it to hurt your career prospects. Everybody needs time out sometimes, but whether you were lying on a beach, renovating a house, caring for family or doing any one of a million other things, you’re going to need to get back to work at … Read more
Please note: this is an anonymous response to an online survey; I do not have any way of contacting the respondent or verifying responses. Their answers may reflect good, bad, or middling job searching practices. I invite you to take what’s useful and leave the rest. Your Demographics and Search Parameters How long have you … Read more
A growing number of people use their phone to apply for jobs. It will need a different process than your laptop due to the capabilities and capacities of your phone. In the article below, we shall explore how to find vacancies and apply for them. Search for jobs Your phone can be particularly helpful while … Read more
I’ve been helping people navigate their careers for nearly two decades, and I can tell you this: most professionals are terrible at asking for raises. Not because they don’t deserve them, but because they don’t know what to say when negotiating salary. Here’s the truth – your boss isn’t going to magically realize you deserve … Read more
The Power of Life Coaching: Achieving Success through the Quest for Purpose Framework Dr. Ken Keis (Canada) What if you could unlock the full potential of your life—achieving not just success, but also fulfilment and meaning—by integrating life coaching with a clear framework for discovering your purpose? This isn’t just a hypothetical; it’s entirely possible … Read more
The search for the right learning management system almost always begins in the same place. You spend hours staring at dozens of browser tabs open, each one a smooth vendor page with promises that start to blur into one overwhelming headache. All that noise from a saturated market makes it easy to get lost. You … Read more
Has your CV moved with the times? From Da Vinci’s handwritten letter of 1482 – often considered the first ever CV – to a digital LinkedIn profile, this post takes a look at how job applications have evolved and what we can learn from the work of geniuses. The fifteenth century Leonardo Da Vinci … Read more