Heidi Howell Marketing

04/20/2023

At the end of your job interview, when you’re asked if you have any questions, it’s important to have a few strong inquiries ready. This story bit.ly/3ovqRsy offers an idea you can either use as is, or slightly reword to fit your style. Best of all, the question they suggest can lead to others – and you never know, it just might get you the job!

11/29/2022

In a recent article, a woman says that when she asks a certain question at the end of her interviews, she lands the job every time. Others share their own version of the question. What do you think? Would this strategy work for you? bit.ly/SimpleInterviewQ

10/14/2022

How will you differentiate yourself from “the competition” (other candidates) in your next job interview? Here are 3 helpful ideas. I liked the second one best, about demonstrating your knowledge and enthusiasm for the company.

Employers don’t just want candidates who check every box. They want to see that you’re employable.

09/15/2022

Does your resume contain some of these outdated sections? (bit.ly/outdated-resume-red-flags) Don’t let a dated resume ruin your chances of landing an exciting opportunity! Contact Heidi Howell Marketing for a fresh, contemporary cover letter and resume from a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW). Stand out in a good way! heidihowell.com

Without a refresh, your résumé can quickly look dated. Here are seven ways to give it a quick update.

03/14/2022

To stand out in job interview, consider these very simple ideas. I agree with most, except for item #1 in section 4, regarding the company’s mission and vision, which candidates already ought to have researched prior to the interview. I’d also recommend a thank you email or note afterward.
makeuseof.com/unique-ways-to-stand-out-job-interview

02/21/2022

Busy week ahead? Would some simple time management ideas help you feel more organized? This quick-reading article has some ideas you can use right away. makeuseof.com/time-management-tips-to-organize-workload/

Having autonomy over your work requires a focus on time management. Let's look at how you can organize your workload effectively.

12/09/2021

Building a references page? This is the article I share with clients who aren't sure who to choose as references. There's no need to stop at bosses – you can also include a trusted coworker. Who else?

You want to pick people who have worked alongside you and think highly of you. Take a look at these 12 ideas to get your job reference list started.

06/24/2021

Check out these quick-reading solutions we can apply next time we have to (I mean, "get to") speak!

Public speaking is one of the most common social fears. Most people assume it's simply because they're shy, but the real reason, according to a speech trainer, is because no one ever taught us how to express ourselves. Here are five simple steps to improvement.

03/30/2021

If you lost your job during the pandemic, which has resulted in “resume gaps,” what is the best strategy?

Depending on your industry, you may have lost your job early on in the pandemic and are still unable to find work for your particular skill set.

03/27/2021

Having trouble landing a second interview? Make sure you stand out – in a good way. For example: Always be thinking of how you can contribute to the company. What else? https://graziadaily.co.uk/life/real-life/how-to-get-a-second-job-interview/

03/25/2021

Do you ever struggle with knowing when to add an apostrophe to words like “its”? See if you’ve made any of these 11 common grammar errors.

As word experts, we've heard so many managers complain about employees not knowing how to write a correct English sentence. Study these examples to avoid the most common grammar mistakes.

03/23/2021

What strategy can you employ to boost your chances or being hired? (Hint: It has to do with your immediate contributions.)

No matter how much time you spend preparing for a job interview, we're all human and can freeze up or lose focus sometimes. Ultimately, it's the attitude you bring and how you recover from those slipups that determine your success.