Best Job Search Techniques To Use In A Recession
In a bad economy, many industries are negatively affected and competition for jobs increases. This makes using job boards (as your primary strategy) incredibly difficult and depressing, since this is where competition for positions is most fierce. You stand to increase your chances of landing multiple interviews through learning how to tap into what is […]
Hate Your Job? Survival Skills 101
I won’t name names, but I would like to share a little story with you about a past company I used to work for. The conditions were almost unbearable and although I was planning my escape and had my dream job in sight, it took about a year for me to make the transition. Sparing […]
I Was Fired: How to Discuss Being Fired from Your Last Job in an Interview and STILL Look like a Star Candidate
Mid-managers and executives get fired for lots of reasons. Some are legitimate for performance reasons and some firings are completely unjustified. Regardless of the reason for being let go, there are solid methods for communicating the circumstances without hurting your candidacy with potential future employers. Here are three solid steps you can take to have […]
Job Search Tips: How to Land More Interviews in a Bad Economy
Do you know you can increase your job interviews in a bad economy? Does this statement sound absurd? Truly it is not. Most people will fall into the temptation of holding on to the job they have (even if they are not really happy with it) rather than venture out into a poor economy…thinking it […]
9 Reasons You Should Start Your Job Search Now…In Today’s Market
Here is a question I have been asked repeatedly in the last 60 days. “Can you help me find a job in today’s market?” Certainly there is a valid reason for my clients asking it – after all, there are mass layoffs going on every day and the news is gloomy at best. Hope for […]
Brand Your Resume: Three Tips to Brand Your Resume for Success
Have you heard all the buzz about branding yourself? Are you wondering how to make sure your resume is reflecting your brand? Here are three quick tips to brand your resume so it really reflects you at your very best. Tip Number One: Understand Your BrandWhat is your brand? I believe your brand is simply […]
Resume Tips: Why Isn’t My Resume Landing Me Interviews?
This is a very common question I receive from new clients. There is no one right answer, but there are some quick and easy steps you can take to make sure you are assessing your situation correctly. Usually when a professional isn’t getting responses or quality interviews from their resume, the reason falls within one […]
Changing Industries? 4 Simple Tips to Move Your Career in a New Direction
Do you feel overwhelmed when you think about changing industries? After all, with long workweeks, job-performance demands and trying to have a personal life too it’s a wonder any professionals find the time to strategically reposition themselves for a more fulfilling opportunity.However I have coached many professionals who have successfully done just that! And I […]
Do You Know To Get a Recruiter’s Attention?
I lost count of how many clients have told me they hung their hat on one or two recruiter relationships but nothing ever panned out in terms of landing a great job. If you don’t know how to work with recruiters you can easily be tempted to feel that you have been let down in […]
How to Pick a Resume Writer and/or Job Search Coach Who is Perfect for You
I love my assistant. She is incredibly sweet, supportive, intelligent, organized and experienced in all the technical areas that I know nothing about. I enjoy talking with her, reading her emails, I trust her and just working with her in general is an enjoyable experience. This was one of my goals when I first knew […]
