Resumes are the lifeline of the hiring process. They are the vehicles that allow an employer to evaluate the potential value of a candidate to their organization. The role of a resume is not to get you the job; it…
Developing Your 30 Second Commercial is a Must
Savvy networkers and job seekers know the value of understanding themselves and their strengths. They should also be prepared to verbalize this information to others smoothly and succinctly when the opportunity presents itself. In the career development business, this is…
Are You Taking Your Employees For Granted?
Tanya walked into her boss’s office and placed a long envelope on his desk. “What’s this?” her manager inquired. “My letter of resignation, Frank. I found another job that is going to be a better fit for me.” Frank was…
For Spouses and Partners: How Can You Help?
This column is written not for the job seeker, but rather for the spouse or partner of the job seeker. Job loss is extremely traumatic, and it is not just the individual’s issue. It is a family issue, and everyone…
Unemployed At Middle Age Can Offer New Options
Over forty and out of a job? Mid -life career changing can be an opportunity to re-align yourself with work that is more fulfilling and a right fit for the second half of your career. Many professionals in their forties…
Understanding the Talent Management Cycle
As qualified talent becomes harder to recruit and retain, organizations are finding themselves needing to create a more strategic approach to address their workforce stability issues. Referred to as the “Talent Management Cycle”, this strategy addresses four key phases that…
Reasons Why You Weren’t Invited Back For the Second Interview
It is sometimes difficult to assess why you have not made the cut to the second round of interviewing, particularly if you thought things went well. Before your next interview, review these common problems to identify areas that you might be…
Why Should I Hire You?
“Why should I hire you?” This question may or may not be asked by the interviewer directly to you. But, it is always the question on his or her mind throughout the time they spend with you, and it is…
Returning Human Values to the Workplace
The speed of business and the push to work smarter, faster and more cheaply has pressured managers and their employees for unprecedented output. Unfortunately, relationships between managers and their employees can deteriorate under this constant demand for greater productivity. Leaders…
Handling the Resignation of a Valuable Employee
Another day with business as usual and one of your valued employees knocks on your door and asks to speak with you privately. You invite him into your office, and his discomfort makes it apparent that he is feeling uneasy. …