That may sound like a dumb question, but it really is one designed to make you think. A job gives you a paycheck to be able to do things like buy groceries, pay bills, and support your child’s activities. That is not a bad reason to have a job. In fact, I’d say it is… Read more »
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3 Reasons Coaching Can Improve Your Career
You could think that since you have been in the workforce for years, you don’t need a coach. But isn’t that kind of like saying that a professional athlete doesn’t need a coach because they have been competing for years? A coach sees stuff you can’t see. Athletes will look at tapes of themselves and… Read more »
One Thing An Executive Resume Cannot Do
Sometimes it might seem like an Executive Resume is the kind of resume you need because “Top Level C-Position” is the top rung of the mythical career ladder. The problem with that thinking is the idea that there’s only one career ladder and it is an inexorable march to the one goal of CEO. The… Read more »
The Importance Of A Cover Letter
A list of “20 Things Every Twentysomething Should Know How To Do” has, among things like “parallel park” and “respond to criticism,” the ability to “write a cover letter” at number 16. This is very interesting, don’t you think? Here’s their reasoning: “Filling out an application is a pretty simple process but, in all likelihood,… Read more »
How To Hone Your Interview Skills
An interview can be a very intimidating experience if you have never had one or have not been hired after the last one or two you endured. Fear of failure can be overcome, though, with some practical strategies for success. Do some research — read up on interviewing skills and make notes on what you learn. Google… Read more »
The Secret To Job Search Success
There are many different factors that could be considered “the secret” to success but they’d only be a factor in the final result. When you think about it, all the best resumes, cover letters, and knowledge won’t help you get a job if you aren’t consistent in applying for the job. Nothing replaces that foundation… Read more »
How To Stay Organized On Your Job Search
One of the realities we face when unemployed and searching for a job is the reality of disorganization. There are a few reasons why things go haywire: suddenly your schedule is not tied to the workplace it’s usually at least slightly depressing to be unemployed there’s a learning curve in the development of job-searching skills… Read more »
Newly Wed And Newly Working — Tips To Make It Work
Getting married means adjustments in your life. Often, there is a new address; always, there are attitude shifts. A new job has many of the same challenges as a new marriage, and sometimes both appear in your life at the same time! The challenge of training, learning to live or work with new people, and… Read more »