The big jump: Considering a move to management

Moving into management is a big jump for many people in the nonprofit sector — and sometimes is not necessarily the right move. We talked with people who recently made that leap as well as career coaches to understand why...

Everything you need to know to succeed at phone interviews

After you’ve hit SEND on a job application, get ready for the interview. Telephone interviewing is becoming increasingly popular as an additional screening tool prior to inviting candidates for an in-person interview, and companies expect that you’re ready to talk...

How to answer the “why do you want to work here” job interview question

“I just need to get paid.” “I don’t know.” These are typical answers I hear when performing mock interviews with my clients and I ask, “Why do you want to work for this organization?” But while they may be honest,...

The steps to finding the right job for you

Finding work that’s meaningful to you has important benefits: a job that's the right fit results in increased job satisfaction and better performance. It also contributes to your overall happiness in life. However, securing such a job isn’t always easy...

Considerations when making the move from the corporate world to the nonprofit sector

Perhaps you have been employed in the corporate sector for many years and are looking for a change, or maybe you are a new graduate who is looking to make a difference in the community. There are a number of...

Habits of successful job seekers

After working in employment services for a few years and seeing hundreds of job searches up close, you start to notice patterns. Effective jobseekers often share a common set of traits and habits. Fortunately, anyone can develop them. Here are...

A bird in the hand: Whether to take a job or wait for a better offer

It's a classic dilemma that most job seekers face at least once in their lives: Should I take the job that is offered now or wait for a better one? While it would be nice if there was an easy...

Four tips to help you secure and prepare for your next job interview

Life happens. Sometimes you outgrow a position, or sometimes it outgrows you. Whatever the reason you’re considering new employment opportunities, an essential step in your job search is to determine whether the positions you come across are suited to your...

How to cope with unemployment uncertainty

If you’re unemployed, feeling anxious and uncertain about your future, you are not alone! Feelings of uncertainty after job loss are not uncommon. When confronted with job loss and unemployment, you may experience a rollercoaster of emotions similar to grieving:...

How to negotiate a raise at your nonprofit job: An interview with Marc Pitman

Editor's Note: This interview originally appeared on the Wild Woman Fundraising website and is excerpted with permission. You can read the full interview here. Mazarine Treyz: Hey, everybody. Welcome. This is Mazarine Treyz of Wild Woman Fundraising and I am so pleased...