Networking has two purposes: (1) to get you your next job, and if that’s not right now, (2) to prepare for when you need to. Networking is the most effective […]
How to Benefit from the Positive Job Market Outlook
Based on a recent survey by economists, the job market outlook is projecting steady growth in employment. Recruiting consultant CareerXroads reports that new companies find 28 percent of their hires […]
Are You an Effective Job Search Networker?
Loads of people network during their job search, but very few are effective at such networking. Certainly, some are better at it than others, but in general, the majority of […]
How Hiring Decisions Are Made
Years ago, I had a large office in the Wall Street area with a personal secretary screening my phone calls, opening mail, taking dictation, and managing my calendar. Since then […]
A friendlier Twitter for job seekers
Still wary of entering the Twitterverse? Don’t be. It’s time to overcome your Twitter aversion, banish all doubt and make your triumphant entrance on what is THE world stage for […]
Résumé + Interview = A Job
Your chances for getting a job are good,..provided that you have an excellent resume and well developed interviewing skills
Endear Yourself to the Buyer
Since the hiring manager does not know you it behooves you to make every effort to impress him. Here is how.
While in Transition, Are You Keeping Pace with Technology?
Technology is evolving fast. Are you keeping pace? At the very least stay on top of social media.
Why Don’t You Understand Your Compensation?
Get help for the most important – $$$ in your salary negotiation. Understand the entire compensation package and not only the salary.
Don’t Be Fooled by the Job Description
Job Descriptions are often poorly written and misleading. When interviewing try to find out from the hiring manager what are his pressing issues and focus on how you can solve his problems