Good references — those who will speak highly of your skills and acknowledge your contributions — are one of the most important pieces of your job-search plan. Not everyone you have worked with will be Read more…
Just about any time you meet someone this question comes up: What do you do? The typical response? I’m an engineer, I’m a web designer, or I’m a teacher. The problem with using titles to Read more…
Do you have the confidence needed to make good career moves? One of the signs of a career confidence issue is how you feel about talking about yourself in an interview. Job candidates secretly feel Read more…
Networking is a powerful job-search tool. For all its power, networking really is fairly simple. It is an exchange of information that can take place anywhere, from a formal information-gathering meeting to a casual conversation Read more…
This is a good time to set some goals (some people call them resolutions). Setting goals for the New Year can give you a fresh outlook on what you want to accomplish in 2013. If Read more…
As the year draws to a close, it is cause for reflection. If you’re in the market for a new job, that may mean looking back at missed opportunities or looking ahead to what 2013 Read more…
You have more control than you think you do during a career transition, and one are you can control is your finances. As the old year comes to a close, it’s a very good time Read more…
So much about looking for a job has changed in the last few years. Have you ever wondered if you still need a cover letter? The fact is, the cover letter is still an important Read more…
Buying career-related gifts for job seekers can be an encouraging act of thoughtfulness, particularly during the extra-stressful holiday season. Gifts can be practical or a bit more focused on luxury depending on such factors as Read more…
What happens if you spend countless hours looking for a job only to accept a job that turns out to be a bad fit? Chances are, you end up with the career version of “buyer’s Read more…