Monday, November 23, 2009
While the holidays might seem like a slow period for hiring, most don't realize that this also presents an opportunity for job applicants to make an impression.
During the holidays many job seekers are preoccupied with family gatherings and other distractions that keep them away from their job searc...
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
You've heard it before and you'll hear it again: "Networking is the best way to get a job." That much is true. Sometimes I hear "My network will get me a job. So I'll start building my network right now!" So you go to networking events, shake some hands, introduce yourself, and exchange business...
Wednesday, December 09, 2009
It is difficult to stay optimistic when you're hunting for a job with limited responses, heavy financial burdens, and constant negativity in the media about the economy. Finding a new job or a new career can be rough and emotionally challenging.
Albert Einstein said: "In the middle of every difficul...
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Many mid-late career job seekers may have heard this before - I'm sorry but you're "overqualified." In a tight job market many professionals often consider openings that are less lucrative and less prestigious than their last job. Sometimes employers are glad to hire seasoned workers at a bargain, b...
Friday, February 19, 2010
Searching for a job is not always easy, no matter what state the economy. When you're on the hunt, your best weapons are your resume and network but this blog is about your resume. This document must emphasize the best of your experience, education, and skills. Don't let your effort go to waste by...
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Are you on Twitter? Thirty-two million other folks are, but most of them aren't using it to search for work. A recent poll revealed that only 8% of respondents have used Twitter to help with a job search. Don't let this valuable medium go unmined as you look for your next opportunity. Dan Schawbel,...
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
After a recent blog about resume tips, I realized there's so much more I could have included and this addendum will cover more areas but there's always more!
More things to Avoid
Before we get to writing content, let's start with more things to avoid when writing your resume.
Microsoft templates, sk...
Monday, August 09, 2010
This is a very basic guide for those that choose to handle their compensation negotiations without the help of a recruiter. No two negotiations are alike and this article is meant to give you a solid foundation on negotiating the best possible compensation.
Learning Objectives
You will learn:
How t...
Monday, September 20, 2010
Learning Objectives
You will Learn:
To use the power of a well-written professional biography to introduce yourself and to achieve certain well-defined communications’ goal.
To develop a biography that speaks to its intended audience and displays your strengths in a most positive, compelling, and ap...
Sunday, October 03, 2010
Person-of-the-Year Worksheet
You are featured on the cover of Time magazine as the "Person of the year."
What would you want to be recognized for?
How are your values reflected?
What items are mentioned as your greatest accomplishment?
What does it say about your background and experience?
What cred...
Friday, January 07, 2011
This blog is for those that choose to stay with their employer for the long haul. This past decade has been very turbulent and there are many people who wish they had this problem. Despite this, I speak with several people a week that have stayed with their employer for at least 7-10 years, some are...
Tuesday, February 01, 2011
Before you judge the title, I'm targeting everybody with this post. We all need an elevator pitch, whether it's for networking, socializing, self employment or passive career marketing.
Have you ever tried to tell someone about your online business, your idea for a business, or your current job - b...
Friday, February 11, 2011
Disclaimer - This is my personal resume format preference from years of giving advice and reading countless resumes. This format works for most people, especially Engineers, Managers, and Senior Executives. It looks basic and it is but hear me out...
First you must RESPECT your audience. Respect the...
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Our short-term memory is widely believed to have a capacity of seven elements, plus or minus two. This assumption has influenced a number of major decisions — it’s the reason that U.S. phone numbers have seven digits, for example. There are ways to trick your brain into being able to store more than...
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Here's a link to the original article from Business Insider.
There's no way around it. If you want to snag a great job at a hot tech company, you have to be on LinkedIn. But what exactly inspires these companies to call you? How should you spiff up your LinkedIn profile to get their attention?
T...