
Job Hunting Tips for the Holidays
Many people will put their job search activities “on hold” between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, because they believe that companies don’t hire during this time of year...and this couldn’t be further from the truth! Employers hire ALL 12 months of the year. Many new...
The Power of Face-To-Face Networking
When I moved from the Chicago area to Worcester, Massachusetts in June 2007, I networked like crazy, to meet new people, which has been great for my business and social life. Some of my activities included joining Toastmasters, serving on the sisterhood board of my...
Nine Mistakes That Can Derail Your Confidential Job Search
When conducting a confidential job search, be careful to avoid making these top nine mistakes, to ensure that your search stays off of your employer’s radar: 1) Attending job fairs. You might think that job fairs are “safe” activities, especially if your employer’s...
LinkedIn Tips for a Confidential Job Search
LinkedIn is the top social networking site for passive candidates who want to be found. But simply having a LinkedIn profile might draw suspicion from your current employer, so you want to be careful how you use the site. First, find out what your current company’s...
Getting Started with a Confidential Job Search
One of the best times to look for a new job is when you already have one. Employed candidates are usually more desirable to some hiring managers than those who are unemployed. Some employers have even stipulated that applicants must be employed to be considered;...
New Year – New Job!
If your goal is to get a new job in the New Year, here are eight “prep steps” to get you started: 1. Update your resume. While your resume should be customized for a specific job, having an up-to-date resume targeted for a specific type of position is the next best...
What You Need to Know About Working With Recruiters
Working with recruiters can be one way to land your next job. However, it’s important to understand the reasons why companies invest in recruiters — and what recruiters’ roles actually are in the hiring process. Companies usually have four main reasons for investing...
The Secret Ingredient of Job Search Success
There’s an abundance of information out there about how to find an ideal job. Multitudes of Twitter tips, blog posts and articles galore tell you how to create a targeted job search, tap the hidden job market, reach out to your network, build a great resume and...
Surprising Career Lessons We Can Learn from Watching Movies
Even though I’m not much of a movie buff, my husband and I usually watch one together on the weekend. One movie we saw a few years ago was an indie film – Tenure – which at first I thought was a so-so, run-of-the-mill comedy. However, as the story unfolded and led to...
Build Strong Relationships by Being a Good Facebook Friend
Ever since Facebook was introduced to the public in February 2004, it’s become the most widely-used social networking sites in the world. After my initial skepticism about Facebook, I’ve found it to be a useful tool for keeping in touch with family, friends and...
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