How the Job Search Has Changed

The job search process, along with everything else it seems, has undergone an enormous amount of change in the last ten years. The growing reliance on the Internet, the growth and expansion of mobile technology, and increased communication channels have … Continue reading

How to Ask for a Raise

Asking for a raise is not as easy as running into your manager at the water cooler and mentioning that you’d like to be paid more for the work you do.  Choosing the right time and being prepared can make … Continue reading

Benefits of Holding a CRA Certification

While holding a certification in the clinical research field is not required for most positions, it has been our experience candidates who have earned certain certifications find it of enormous benefit. As you likely know, a certification is simply a … Continue reading

Why LinkedIn is Critical for 1099s

LinkedIn, the professional networking site, is replacing the Rolodex in today’s Clinical Research industry. Having a LinkedIn profile is essential for professionals in every industry, but is especially critical for self-employed contractors in Clinical Research. As a 1099, you always … Continue reading

Leaving your position under “Less than Desirable” circumstances

Perhaps you left your last job without giving a notice, was asked to step down from your position, failed at successfully executing a job role or project, or just simply didn’t get along with your last boss. Should you still … Continue reading

Should you Include Temporary or Short Term Positions on your Resume?

Of all the obstacles resume writers face, how to address the issue of temporary work or short term positions seems to be the most common. Should you list a position you only held for a few months? If you exclude … Continue reading

Overcoming the Fear of Interviewing

The pressure to impress and succeed can be overwhelming, and appearing anxious during the interview can make you come across unprepared and unqualified. Here are a few tricks to calm your nerves and give you the confidence to make a … Continue reading

Why You Should Be Sending Rejection Letters

The interview process can be just as stressful for a hiring manager as it is for a candidate. You are probably receiving hundreds, if not thousands, of resumes from hopeful applicants and overwhelmed knowing that in order to find the … Continue reading

Why Your Resume Isn’t Getting Read

In today’s economy, high unemployment rates and waning job security have created an onslaught of professionals searching for work. For every one job opening, there are more than four times as many applicants as there were in the mid- 2000s. … Continue reading

Guidelines for Selecting Relevant work to include on your Resume

When drafting their resume, many people struggle with determining exactly what jobs to list. Seasoned professionals who have held long term positions, numerous positions, or have been employed by several different companies may find it difficult to choose which work … Continue reading