J. T. O'Donnell
Work It Daily
Boston, MA, United States
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Why You Should Keep Your Remote Job Right Now
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, remote jobs have been in high demand. But with more and more companies making employees return to the office, remote workers might be feeling the pressure. If you're a remote worker, hold on tight to your job right now. Here's why... → Read More
4 Myths About Working For Staffing Agencies
Some myths you might hear about working for staffing agencies include that they only offer entry-level or low-paying jobs, you have to pay to work with them, and they're not actually good for your career. Here's why those myths aren't true and you should consider working for a staffing agency. → Read More
4 Myths About Working For Staffing Agencies
Some myths you might hear about working for staffing agencies include that they only offer entry-level or low-paying jobs, you have to pay to work with them, and they're not actually good for your career. Here's why those myths aren't true and you should consider working for a staffing agency. → Read More
It's Usually Easier To Get A New Job Than Reset Work Expectations
How can you reset work expectations with your boss and still get a good performance review? It's usually easier to just get a new job if you're looking to reset work expectations at your current job. But if you like where you are right now, follow these three steps to reset your work expectations. → Read More
How To Reset Work Expectations With Your Boss
How can you reset work expectations with your boss and still get a good performance review? It's usually easier to just get a new job if you're looking to reset work expectations at your current job. But if you like where you are right now, follow these three steps to reset your work expectations. → Read More
3 Types Of Job Seekers Who Should Use A Staffing Agency
There are three types of job seekers who should be using a staffing company right now. Those job seekers are the career changers, recent grads, and people who have been laid off. Here's why using a staffing agency is especially beneficial for them, more than the typical job seeker. → Read More
5 Things I Wouldn't Do If I Was Looking For A New Job
As a career coach, if I lost my job due to a layoff, want to change careers, or hate my job, I would not do these five things while looking for a new job. → Read More
The Best LinkedIn Tip You've NEVER Heard Before
You might know that recruiters get on LinkedIn to look for candidates, and they discover the right candidates by searching specific keywords. Now, if you have those keywords in your headline, you will rank higher in their search results. That's where this tip comes in. → Read More
#1 Mistake People Make When Talking To Recruiters
The people who respond to recruiters that same day, usually that same hour, are the ones who get the phone screens. So you need to check your email several times a day and you need to respond quickly if you want to get on that recruiter's list. → Read More
How To Successfully Negotiate Salary With A Recruiter
A recruiter cannot waste their time on you if they can't afford you. So when they're asking you about your salary expectations, they're just trying to figure out whether or not they can even present opportunities to you. → Read More
Should You Tell Your Boss About A Job Interview?
You shouldn't tell your boss you're interviewing for a new job because you're going to make this situation so much more awkward. It will actually hurt you in the long run from a relationship standpoint. → Read More
3 Lesser-Known Signs Of Job Burnout
When you hear about job burnout, you probably think of the common signs and symptoms. You might have even experienced them once or twice before. But do you know the lesser-known signs of job burnout? Could you unknowingly be experiencing job burnout right now? → Read More
Over 50? This Resume Mistake Will Cost You...
So, you're over 50. You had your resume and LinkedIn profile professionally done. You're applying to tons of jobs and recruiters are saying you're perfectly qualified. And then they're lowballing you by 20%. What are you doing wrong? → Read More
Why You Shouldn't Take A Drug Test If You Know You'll Fail
Many companies are using drug tests these days as a way to weed out employees. Be sure to find out before you apply if the company is going to ask you to take a drug test to avoid any embarrassment. → Read More
Why You Should Never Contact Hiring Managers On A Monday
Mondays are the least popular day of the workweek. Even the most cheerful of workers struggle to get in the groove on a Monday. And, given that 55% of Americans surveyed recently said they would like a new job, it's safe to say that the majority of people are not in the best mood. Adding stress or p... → Read More
5 resume mistakes that can make you look like a narcissist: 'You might not get a callback,' says career expert
Resume trends have changed dramatically in the past few years. One of the biggest turnoffs, according to hiring managers and recruiters, is a resume that screams: "I'm a narcissist!" Here are the resume mistakes that make you look so self-absorbed, you likely won't get a callback. → Read More
'Ghosted' after a job interview? Here's a sample follow-up email—and what to do if you still don't hear back
If you went through an extensive job interview and didn't hear back from the recruiter or hiring manager after several follow-up emails, you've been "ghosted." But continuing to bombard the employer with messages and phone calls expressing frustration won't do you any favors. → Read More
Always be ready to answer the question 'Why should we hire you?' at interviews, says career expert—3 best examples
"Why should we hire you?" This seems like a simple interview question on the surface, but it's actually one of the trickiest (and most-asked) ones. Here are some examples of how to craft an impressive answer that will boost your chances of landing the job. → Read More
Never do these 2 things after getting a lowball salary offer, says career expert—a 'perfect example' of how to respond
So you got through the interview process and landed a job offer. The bad news? They gave you a lowball salary. But this isn't a lost cause. In fact, it's the way you respond that can make all the difference. → Read More
Adopt this No. 1 mindset at every job interview to boost your chances of landing the job, says career expert
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. → Read More