This week, let’s go back to the basics. Having all the right information on your resume is essential if you want to be considered for any job. Leaving out vital information can really hurt you and could cost you the interview. To make sure you…
When you’re beginning your entry-level job search, it may seem like a good idea to apply for every job you can and accept the first offer you receive. After all, in such a tough job market, what if it’s the only offer you get? This…
Whether or not you saw the pink slip coming, the exit meeting with human resources can still feel like getting hit with a ton of bricks. With the right mindset and attitude, you can certainly get back on track. After all, life isn't about getting knocked…
Job search phone phobia is very common. Here are some ideas that could turn your phone into the feather-light tool it should be and not a 500 lb weight. There are many types of phone calls. The calls that give people the most trouble are…
Think about any skill… playing the piano, for example. To master that skill, you must practice for hours, days, weeks… even months or years. Progress is tough at times; to improve, however, you must maintain your focus. Gradually, you see small improvements… then begin hitting…
As a stellar would-be employee, you want to sail through the interview process. But before you think that all you need is a knockout résumé and a killer outfit, think again. Nowadays, there’s a step before the in-person interview: the phone interview. Employers are increasingly opting for phone…
A skillful elevator pitch can be the foundation upon which new professional relationships are built. A not-so-skillfull pitch will make sure you are forgotten – or, even worse, leave a bad impression with a potentially valuable contact. “The perfect elevator pitch should take no more than…
Who doesn’t want to have a great day at work? I suppose everyone wants to have a great day except for a grouch – those who feel happiest when they are grouchy. So, what are some of the things I have done to get a…
Life is full of change and often times that change occurs in our professional lives. It also often seems to be directed by others and out of our control. Yet, there are also many times in our lives when we desire change, when we, in fact,…
Choosing your employment references is probably close to the bottom on your list of job search worries. You just pick a few previous bosses and call it a day, right? Wrong! In preparation for (and during) the job search, we’re often too busy focusing on…