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The most frustrating piece of feedback to receive at the office is to “pay closer attention to detail.” College prepares you to be diligent in other ways—to think big-picture, and be a leader. But when you’re just beginning your career, commas can be just as…

Dealing with uncertainty during a job search is a feeling many experience.  We’ve all been there. Waiting to hear back from a recruiter or sitting by the phone waiting for the results of an interview can be some of the most nerve-wracking moments of your job search,…

It’s easy to become comfortable in your current job or workplace and think that networking efforts aren’t really necessary. Because that’s what it is – an effort, right? But not staying professionally current and connected can have serious negative implications on your overall career development.…

The first day at a new job, much like the first day at a new school, is a mix of bittersweet excitement.  It feels like you’re getting a fresh start on life – only HR and select management know the story of your past.  Making…

If you’re sending out résumés and not getting many calls to interview, there’s a good chance that your résumé is the problem. If you’re like most people, your résumé could use some work – and like most people, you’re probably not sure where to start.  But…

You saw the perfect job posted online. You customized your résumé, wrote a great cover letter and then submitted via the process that was outlined in the posting. A day goes by. A week goes by. A month goes by – but you never received a response.…

Informational interviews are one of the most effective, yet under-utilized networking and job search techniques. In an informal setting, perhaps over a latte, you can meet someone new in your industry, at a company where you’d like to work, or someone in your own company…

You’re just starting out in your career, but chances are good that by now you’ve had several jobs and internships. And you’ve experienced a wide range of management styles. Maybe you’ve been micro-managed. Or your boss was aloof and hands-off to where you felt directionless.…

Writing your resume is simple, right? You just open up a Word document and start dumping your responsibilities, a few metrics and just the right amount of keywords onto the page. And voila, that pesky task is done. Wrong! Resumes are strategic marketing communications that must be…