Retired but still want to work occasionally?
Are you retired but still want to work occasionally? If you’re a professional with a long career in your industry and lots of expertise, are enjoying a retired lifestyle but aren’t quite ready to give up work entirely, consider contract work. Earn an income for part of the year so you can travel for the […]
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Avoid Job Search Scams: Know these Signs
While a tool like LinkedIn is a great place to heighten your personal brand for a job search, it is important to watch out for online hiring scams. Freelancers, graphic designers, and virtual assistants are among the most vulnerable to these scams. But executive level positions can also be victims. Scam artists can be enticing. […]
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The Difference Between a Manager and a Leader
Many of the job seekers we work with are looking for positions with the title of manager, director, or CEO. Experience at these levels in a company is the number one thing employers are going to look for. But having a title of manager doesn’t necessarily mean someone is a great leader. Managers light a […]
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How to Pitch Yourself in an Interview
You’re wondering how to pitch yourself in an interview if you don’t have any experience selling? Well, have you heard the mantra, “Don’t sell the product, sell the benefits”? This may be an age-old sales technique, but it could be your golden ticket in a job interview. Instead of convincing a company to hire you […]
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Old Fashioned Interview Techniques That Never Go Out of Style
Interviewing can be overwhelming whether you’re a seasoned professional or not. Have you found yourself madly researching new techniques to ensure you’re on top of all the latest job interview trends? Relax, you can rely on some of the oldies but goodies. Tips like researching the company and interviewers, practicing commonly asked questions, and being […]
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10 Steps to Re-Start Your Career After Being Laid Off!
You’ve been laid off. Now what? Here are 10 steps to re-start your career: Take time to adjust. Plan a day or two to adjust to the news. Grieve, vent, or simply sleep in and take a brief break. Whether you expected this sudden swerve in your career or you were taken by surprise, you […]
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Are You Prepared for Reorganization?
The rumors are flying. Your employer may be facing a restructuring that could result in layoffs, buyouts, or sudden shifts in job security and responsibilities. Are you prepared for reorganization? You’re not alone, most employees aren’t. What should you do, in order to be prepared to move quickly to protect your career, your job, and […]
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Restart Your Career in 3 Steps, Without Starting Over
Interested in a career change, but reluctant to back to get a new degree or to an entry-level job? You may not have to! Plenty of people take a hard look at what they know how to do, and at where they want to be in their careers (or in new careers) by making the […]
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When to Work it out at Work and When to Divorce Your Job
Bad marriages and bad jobs have a great deal in common. Most of us know when a relationship needs to end. How do you know when to work it out at work, and when to divorce your job? Here are some signs it’s time to go: There’s nowhere to grow. If your job doesn’t allow […]
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