So, you’ve been “restructured” out of the organization you’ve been working at for nine years.  Your resume is out of date. You are out of touch with your network. The company has provided you with a severance package […]
“Do I really have to use social media in my job search?” I hear this question sometimes when speaking with clients who are seeking a job or career change. Some people would immediately reply, “YES – you must […]
Congratulations, you landed an interview! Now you need to properly prepare for it! First: The phone interview. When you receive a call to interview by phone, be sure it is a good time for you. Try not to […]
Editor’s Note: This post is the third of a three-part series that focuses on resume writing and job searching for attorneys. If you’ve implemented our recommendations that were discussed in the first two parts of this series, Resume […]
Editor’s Note: This post is the second of a three-part series that focuses on resume writing and job searching for attorneys. In our previous post, we highlighted the rationale for developing a résumé that effectively communicates your value […]
Editor’s Note: This post is the first of a three-part series that focuses on resume writing and job searching for attorneys. As a practicing attorney, it is vital that you always have an updated résumé in hand, which […]
You hear about an interesting job opportunity. You think this could be the right spot for you. You’ve got your resume and cover letter and think you’re ready to apply. However, before you do, answer these three questions. […]
A client recently told me that she wanted to “find” the hidden job market but did not know where to start. So, what defines a “hidden” job opportunity? Why are these positions “hidden?” And how do you target, […]
It’s been said that on average it takes six seconds for a recruiter to make a decision as to whether to pass your resume forward to a company or a hiring manager or to classify it as a […]
There are valid reasons to dismiss job applicants with “you’re overqualified!” As often as not, it can be a thoughtless, dispiriting copout. Poor interviewers and weak managers use it most. If a hiring manager is concerned that an […]