A manager once told me all the resumes on his desk sounded the same. Each one was basically a list of job duties rather than a document that shared information about the person who wrote Read more…
Having a ‘Plan B’ is not a bad idea, particularly in today’s job market. Taking the time to think about an alternative career plan is smart no matter what state the economy is in, and Read more…
I have been looking for a job for almost 11 months. It’s hard to explain this during an interview. I can’t prove it, but I think I’m being judged on the length of my job Read more…
Your attitude towards your job search can do more harm than you think. In fact, a self-defeating attitude can limit your ability to market your value and keep you from being a viable candidate. The Read more…
There are several types of interviews you should be aware of, including informal and formal. Informal interviews commonly happen when you’re networking or talking with someone away from an office setting, for example, where you Read more…
If you have ever found yourself struggling with a decision and questioning what direction to take, you could need a mentor. Behind almost every successful person, chances are there’s a mentor. In fact, finding a Read more…
Planning for a job search takes a great deal of time and effort, however the least amount of preparation often goes into one of the most important factors associated with employment: compensation issues. Salary discussions Read more…
Habits can be a double-edged sword, some are great and others can be your worst enemy, keeping you from achieving your career dreams. This is a good time to look at your habits and jettison Read more…
I ran this list of job-search resolutions in my Sunday, Dec. 26, Houston Chronicle column, but there’s so much information out there to help you get off to a great 2011, that I’ve got the Read more…
Here’s the best one I’ve heard this year: It happened to a someone who landed a great job in very short time — three weeks — during the recession. She also got an increase in Read more…