Drafting an effective résumé is key to contributing to a successful job search. Oftentimes your résumé is the first thing a hiring manager reviews to determine your suitability for a […]
Job Search Strategies
How many people do you know that know exactly what to do to plan for a job search and identify opportunities? Most people I speak to don’t even know where […]
2010 is dawning: Shave years off your life
Your New Year’s resolution Don’ts When it comes to defending against ageism in the workplace—in particular, inviting unwanted attention to your possibly advanced years—here are some resolutions you can make […]
Jobsearching from the Company/Recruiter's Point of View
Have you noticed…there’s a TON of career advice out there and it can be confusing as all get out to figure out the right thing to do? The first thing […]
What your resume MUST HAVE to make it effective
You feel like you’re submitting your resume to every possible job under the sun, but you just can’t get any traction. In the back of your mind is this nagging […]
The Holidays Don't Need to Stink If You're a Jobseeker
Many jobseekers dread this time of year. Holiday parties with family and friends all awkwardly wondering if you’ve found a job yet, and if you haven’t–you really just don’t want […]
Give your resume a little personality!
What are some of the things you are doing to stand out from the crowd? We all know that as technology continues to evolve and there are more and improved […]
The art of un-networking
I had a very interesting experience not that long ago. After receiving an unsolicited email from a networking group, I did some research and decided to attend an upcoming meeting. […]
Knowing when a recruiter's just blowin' smoke
Whenever we start to get desperate, we job seekers often dig ourselves ever deeper into the trench of despond. Then the phone unexpectedly rings and a friendly, chipper voice on […]
HOW TO handle all that resume movement – now
Jeff just did two excellent posts on resume movement, that is, when your resume, prior to this recession, makes it seems as if you switch companies with a change of […]