Whether you are unemployed, underemployed, or retired and wanting to work in some capacity, you can create your own job. For employees who are over 50, this mindset is not typical, as earlier generations oriented their job searching toward contacting…
Holiday Networking Etiquette
With the holidays approaching, there will be many opportunities for seasonal events, open houses, or company parties. These gatherings provide a wonderful chance to relax and get together with business acquaintances or co-workers in an atmosphere unhampered by daily work…
Ten Ways to Absolutely Get the Job you want (Even in Tough Economic Times)
So, you are unemployed, underemployed or maybe just not happy with your current job, boss or company. You are going into the job market, and although you know in your heart that you have value to offer another employer, you…
References Need to be Selected, Coached With Care
One of the challenges that an employer has in the hiring process is to determine if the person they meet in the interview process is an accurate reflection of what they would be getting if they hired you. As part…
Being Persistent Can Pay Off
Harland was enthusiastic about the networking lead he had received from a friend. A job for which he was qualified had just been vacated in a desirable company where his friend worked. As far as his friend knew, no one…
Executive Strategies
Challenge: You are an unemployed executive. You have assessed your marketability and have come to the conclusion that in order to come close to the earning level of your previous job, you will have to leave the area. For personal…
Job Fairs
A job fair is an event where employers and candidates have the opportunity to meet one another in an open forum setting. These fairs usually charge companies to have a booth at the event, which can be a cost-effective way…