You may have had the opportunity to spend some of the summer relaxing and enjoying a vacation. You have been thinking about your career and have decided to make a change. Perhaps you have been searching for a while but took a break to recharge and reassess. One of the most challenging obstacles you have [...]
One of the most challenging aspects of your job search is getting the interview. You have done all of the legwork; your resume is top-notch, you’ve researched companies, and you are ready to get a job. All it takes is getting your foot in the door for the interview. There is an art to gaining [...]
Networking is relatively simple and when done effectively can enhance your ability to advance in your career. It involves establishing and maintaining relationships with people who might be a resource to you later in your career. It is a two-way street that involves give and take for all parties involved. Your network should answer the [...]
courtesy of freedigitalphotos.net Have you watched Shark Tank on TV? It is more than just a reality hit. There are sound business decisions made each episode. The contestants walk away with investment money or not, depending on their product and presentation. Your job search strategy can take a few hints from this popular [...]
photo courtesy of freedigitalphotos.com You have to pay attention to how companies are using Twitter to check out candidates for job openings when someone like Sarah Robb O’Hagan, the president of Equinox, says she doesn’t care about your credentials, she would rather see your Twitter feed. Seriously? By now all job seekers should [...]
LinkedIn has been the topic of many of my blogs, especially the past several weeks. Since it is such an important job search tool today, there is a lot of information that job seekers need to know in order to use it most effectively in their job search. Don’t Dismiss LinkedIn as Something Only for [...]
Job seekers need a foundation for their job search. Think about other areas of your life that have structure and require documentation. To get a driver’s license you must first take classes or learn to drive, and then take a test to receive a driving permit and ultimately a driver’s license. Similarly, if you are [...]
