Layoffs are one of the most challenging topics for job seekers to talk about during a job interview. The prospect of addressing past job loss brings up many urgent questions for candidates: Should I bring it up? How much detail should I go into? What can I say to...
An employee exit is a difficult situation to navigate, whether you’re the employer or employee. Employers have to find replacements or manage the backlash of a layoff, and recently separated employees need to find new positions. An employee who has been let go...
“Be Prepared, Flexible and Open to Learning”: A Chat with Jyl, Intoo Career Coach The beginning of a new job search can be overwhelming. Some people plunge too quickly into applying for jobs without considering what type of career would be most meaningful for them at...
“We push you outside your comfort zone”: A Chat with Holly, Intoo Career Coach In the internet age, it’s easy for job seekers to focus too heavily on online employment boards, their career search efforts beginning and ending with applying to advertised positions...
“It’s about working as partners”: A Chat with Ellen, Intoo Career Coach Seeking help isn’t always easy to do, even when we need it. For some job seekers, the idea of asking a career coach for help can bring up unexpected fears. What if the coach criticizes my...
