by American Public University System | Jun 13, 2015 | networking/interviewing
Transitioning from military to civilian life is overwhelming in every aspect. As a former military spouse, I witnessed the struggle my husband faced, which also affected our transition as a family. Deciding where to live, financial instability, changes in medical...
by Erin Kennedy | May 9, 2015 | networking/interviewing
When you are sitting in that waiting room, waiting for your interview to start, it’s easy to just spend that time checking your email, fiddling with your tie, or chew on your nails. But that’s not the best use of your time because you are in a perfect...
by MyCareer@VA | May 9, 2015 | networking/interviewing
If you find that the word “networking” makes you want to run in the other direction, you are not alone. Many people are intimidated by the thought of networking. But what if your current reservations about networking are incorrect? Abandoning those beliefs could...
by Andrew Conlon | Apr 11, 2015 | networking/interviewing
If you’re an extravert then meeting new people and engaging in conversation comes naturally to you. This can be a huge benefit when the time comes for interviewing but there are a few tips you should know in order to use your personality to help your interview rather...
by American Public University System | Apr 8, 2015 | Career Advice
For many of us, job interviews are nerve wracking enough without having to sit in a room full of other candidates gunning for the same job. However, group interviews are becoming more common for employers to use as an initial screening tool, so it is important for job...
