How to write the perfect cover letter
It can be tempting to trawl through your old job applications or even to use the cover letter that you wrote for another opening just weeks ago, but it’s best to avoid regurgitating the same letter for different employers. Recruiters and hiring managers will be able to spot bland, generic sentences easily. Research the company […]
Here are 5 tips on how to land your next role after being laid off
Here are some tips on how to land your next role after being laid off. Violetastoimenova | E+ | Getty Images Companies around the world have continued to downsize following the overhiring spree during the pandemic. Since the start of the year, more than 57,000 employees have been laid off globally, according to Layoffs.fyi. From […]
How long should you stay at your job? How to switch strategically
A majority of Americans, 95%, said they plan to look for a new job this year, according to a January 2024 survey by job site Monster. Money is a big reason, with 45% of workers saying they need a higher income. Data from the Federal Reserve shows that job switchers increase their salaries more quickly, on average, than […]
how to negotiate for higher salary
Asking for a pay raise is no easy feat, particularly for women. More than half of women around the world have never asked for a raise before, according to a 2024 study by job listings site Indeed. Of the 43% who asked, three in four received a pay increase. Additionally, 61% of women globally believe […]
How to Negotiate a Higher Salary in Fashion
The Insider Advice series offers advice from leading fashion professionals, HR leaders and academics, to answer topical careers questions for today’s fashion employees and help inform and guide you in your career. Discover the latest job opportunities with 2,700+ roles on BoF Careers today. Conversations about pay and asking for a salary raise will occur […]
How To Get Your Dream Fellowship
An early career professional looks for jobs online. getty Applying to fellowships can be competitive, but don’t get discouraged. There are so many fellowships for professionals in all stages of their career. If you are trying to get a fellowship this summer you should start applying now. Many deadlines for summer fellowships are in January […]
How to use AI as a career tool to find a better job faster
Siphotography | Istock | Getty Images As artificial intelligence alters the educational landscape, the way workers earn credentials and qualifications could change as well. Accessible generative AI has the potential to help people see new possibilities for themselves and upskill their professional expertise at a faster rate, experts predict, potentially making career transitions more achievable […]
How To Leverage Your Transferable Skills When Changing Careers
Transferable skills are valuable when changing careers. getty Are you thinking of changing careers? One way to ease the transition is to lean into your transferable skills. Transferable skills, sometimes called portable skills, are the competencies you can take with you from job to job regardless of industry or role. They can refer to hard […]
ChatGPT training is critical for workers. Here’s how to get started
Jaap Arriens | Nurphoto | Getty Images For those concerned about workers having solid generative AI skills, there’s one way to take control: on-the-job training. “Your job will not be replaced by AI. Your job will be replaced by someone else who uses AI if you don’t,” said John Blackmon, chief AI officer of custom […]