I am following up on my article from last week on staying sharp during extended unemployment. Staying sharp is strategic and intentional if you consider job competition to appear insurmountable. Much of it is due to the conundrum employers are in when thousands of applicants are posted per position. Easy apply buttons on job sites, […]
You’re dull if your mind is not sharp for job interviews and meeting important people. There is no excuse. Many people go to the job interview unprepared, and others are just not ready to respond directly to areas of competency. I’ve seen it happen too often. Long-term unemployment can make you dull. So […]
Job searching seems to be the hardest and the most stressful part of any profession. If you are a fresh graduate with no experience an industry veteran or someone looking to change fields, you will always have the problem of finding a position that aligns with your experience and goals. But there is good news […]
The Voice of Job Seekers – Unemployed, Underemployed, Unappreciated Job Seekers Welcomed! You did it!! A recruiter has seen your resume and has scheduled an interview with the Hiring Manager. For the past few days & even weeks – you have spent tons of time & effort to prepare that eye-catching cover letter and resume. You […]
Up to ten references showing on your LinkedIn profile will be very valuable. Right now, it’s good enough for transactions and contracts, and doggone it, good enough for permanent hiring. Five well-written, detailed recommendations or more will increase your interest and visibility if you don’t have that many now. Hiring could be quicker. Hiring would […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS This episode explores the complexities of HR background checks with Ghislaine Knauff, who has worked in HR operations for a Fortune 100 company for the past 15 years. This discussion rarely occurs on podcasts and would help many job seekers understand […]