In an ever more difficult environment for entry-level job candidates, what are employers really looking for from the job applicants?  That is, without years of relevant experience, how do job seekers stand out verse all of the other “inexperienced” candidates applying for the same job? Research from Millennial Branding suggests that employers are looking for [...]

Can you say you have already completely figured out what you truly want from your career? Where you want to be? How to get there in the most efficient way possible? A career coach can help with all these questions and much more, particularly if you feel you’ve been spinning your wheels without a clear [...]

What makes a “good” consultant? It may be hard to pinpoint, whether you are an experienced consultant or a first-time job seeker. The Consulting Editors at Vault.com present 6 key skill sets that should be developed and refined for success as a consultant: financial, vertical, practice, process, technology….and, of course, consulting. Do you agree with [...]

The article may be focused on new/upcoming graduates, but the information is applicable to anyone seeking a job as a consultant. But if you are new to the field, it is vitally important to know about the hiring process and situations unique to consultant recruiting – such a the case interview. Make your combination of [...]

Got a message, recommendation, or idea that’s out-of-this-world? Are you bursting with enthusiasm about your subject? Show it! Don’t let your body language derail your message. Visual and emotional impact can overwhelm even the best of speeches. Know your audience and how to relate to them. Carry yourself confidently, even if you are intimidated. For [...]

The case interview provides a platform for the interviewer to learn much more about future employees than their resumes can provide. It may be unsettling to “invent” numbers to work with, but remember – the numbers themselves are not necessarily the point. The employer is not only looking for your answer, which may or may [...]

If you have never been through a case interview, or haven’t in a while, check out this in-depth video example of a case interview with specific tips subtitled right into the action.

If you have experience and in-depth knowledge about a specific service or industry, you may be considering consultant work. If you haven’t considered it – maybe now’s the time! This great article from Entrepreneur.com lays out what skills make a good consultant, and what industries are hot RIGHT NOW. Read the FULL ARTICLE here: http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/41384

Focusing on one specialty may seem counterintuitive to success. You’re eliminating other opportunities, right? Well, the reality is not so clear cut, and not what you might expect. Check out this post by Daniel Gulati on the Huffington Post for tips on how to choose your specialty, and how specialization can make you stand out [...]

If you’re unemployed or have taken a job that is outside of your planned career path, you’re certainly not alone. Fortunately, employers understand this – but you need to be sure you are using that time wisely. Find out what employers really think about these bumps and detours and how to use them to your [...]