The power generation industry remains one of the most engaging and rewarding fields for the energy professional. While another year of dramatic shifts has almost come to an end, it feels more difficult than ever to predict what the next year will bring for careers in this field. But when it comes to the power… Read more »
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Are You Ready to Ask for a Promotion? Avoid These Mistakes
If you think you are due for a promotion, the best thing you can do is talk with your manager. They need to be fully onboard to help you achieve your goal. But there are right ways to go about it, and there are wrong ways to go about it. Do not diminish your chances… Read more »
The 5 Best Questions to Ask an Interviewer
Interviews are a moment in your job search where you have the opportunity to change your future. It’s a crossroads where you can leave with an offer in hand or the feeling that you did not perform at your best. Given that there is so much at stake during an interview, it’s important to prepare… Read more »
Find Success in 2022: How to Pivot Your Job Search Strategy in the New Year
When searching for a new job, it can be easy to get lost in the latest and greatest job search tips and tricks. But the fact is that the basics can be applied to the modern job search. And they are what will get you past the first round of an application. Here’s how the… Read more »
What to Expect in the Oil & Gas Industry in 2022
The energy industry has been an exciting market to watch for several years now. We’ve seen several fascinating changes occur, from the rise of green energy and renewables to the discovery of vast amounts of natural gas in the US. There are several exciting trends we’re noticing for the coming year. Here’s an overview of… Read more »
The Necessary Qualifications to Land an Electrician Job
We’ve been talking about an increasing demand for skilled workers for several years now, but it’s becoming even more apparent every day. Demand for skilled workers means there will be jobs available, and it also means that employers are willing to pay top dollar for industry talent. The one really in-demand position is that of… Read more »
When (and When Not) to Include a Cover Letter
Cover letters, do we still need these? The answer is that yes, in most cases, cover letters are still expected. Cover letters are an introduction to you as an employee, and while it may seem like they’re an extra or unnecessary step in the application process, they do still provide candidates with an important opportunity…. Read more »
5 Actionable Tips to Find Your Next Job Faster!
Finding a job doesn’t have to be a waiting game. If you are looking to get back to work fast, make sure you position yourself for a quick hire. Here are five things you can do to get in the door faster. 1. Add Clarity to Your Resume Given that employers receive many applications for… Read more »
4 Ways to Advance in Your Industry Without an Internship
Whether you are changing industries mid-career or just recently got out of school, starting out can feel like an uphill climb. But don’t let a lack of an internship slow you down. So many skills and experiences are completely transferable across industry lines, but you need to position yourself correctly to make sure you are… Read more »
Don’t Leave These Skills Off Your Project Management Resume
As a project manager, you know there are certain skills that you bring to the table that can make or break the success of the work. But when you are writing up your resume to apply for new positions, it’s not enough to simply qualify everything as “project management skills”. You need to break it… Read more »