3 Secrets HR Keeps From You: Negotiate Your Job, Network, and Be Likeable

Job Seekers Beware: Three Secrets HR Won't Tell You In today's competitive job market, knowing the unspoken rules can significantly improve your chances of success. A recent video by career expert Anna Papalia reveals three critical insights that HR professionals often keep quiet. Papalia, author of "Interviewology: The New Science of Interviewing," stresses the importance of negotiation. "If you work in corporate (not government or union positions) you can negotiate everything except health insurance and 401k," she states. This means that aspects like PTO and job title are often open to discussion. Papalia also warns about the precarious nature of employment, advising viewers to "keep your resume and LinkedIn up to date, always network and stay up to date on your worth and value in the employment market." Finally, she emphasizes the often-overlooked role of likeability in career advancement. "Likeability is just as important as your technical capabilities," she explains, "because if no one likes you they won’t promote you or give you the interesting clients or advocate for you." Papalia's advice offers a practical guide for navigating the complexities of the modern workplace, helping job seekers to not only secure better positions but also thrive in their careers.