In today’s tech filled world, where so much of business can be conducted online, we are seeing more web-based meetings, tutorials – and interviews. With companies cutting expenses whenever possible, it’s likely that someday you’ll be in the position of interacting with a prospective employer through videoconferencing. When using a system such as Skype, you [...]
For this week’s post, I invited Pattie Lee, (Web Developer/Community Manager) to share her thoughts on how best to say thank you. Pattie recently landed a brand new job after an extended search – read on to get some real world counsel from a successful job seeker. In the age of technology, going “old school” [...]
Have you thought about joining an association but questioned investing the time and money? It’s time to re-visit the subject. Seven out of ten adults are members of at least one association, which proves there must be personal or professional benefits. Listed below are three main ways joining associations can make a positive impact on [...]
This post was written at the request of a friend of mine, a hiring manager in an advertising agency. On a regular basis, she hears from candidates who want to transition into the industry, but have no knowledge, background, or experience that makes them look employable or relevant. She suggests that anyone considering a career [...]
As a forty-something myself, I know plenty of people who have led successful careers only to find themselves yearning to try something new, to do something completely different than anything they have ever endeavored before. Be it a new industry or line of business, or even starting a business, there’s no time like the present [...]
When most people go to the casino, they do so for fun. If they win money, it’s gravy – not something to rely on to pay the bills. Why? Because gambling is notoriously unpredictable and the odds are always on the house. So how come so many of us continue to gamble with our [...]
I’m beyond excited to announce our next live event – a 90-minute webinar on how to optimize your LinkedIn profile so that recruiters and hiring managers can find you on Thursday, December 20th at 1:30pm Central. In this action-packed webinar jammed with tips and to-do’s, you’ll learn how to: Boost your odds of employers finding you, even if [...]
