Everyone can network – even introverts. Let’s define networking. According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, networking is “the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions; specifically: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business.” Networking is […]
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Although hiring has improved, layoffs were higher in recent months than they were a year ago – and it isn’t getting much easier to find new employment. “A number of employers are hiring workers at the same time […]
“Why don’t you write a blog article discussing some of your ‘tidbits of knowledge’ that you talk about in your coaching sessions?” asked an outplacement client I recently coached. The client was referring to items I review with […]
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You just hit gold! You’re actively searching a jobsite, and you find a job that is an exact fit for your qualifications. You take the time to customize your resume with all the right keywords, apply online and […]
Recently, I was talking to a Vice President of Human Resources who works for a medium-size manufacturing company in Ann Arbor. The executive indicated their organization always checks two to three business references and sometimes one to two […]
Being invited to interview for a great company is exciting! Here’s how you can distinguish yourself from the pool of seemingly equally talented candidates. The following steps will give you the edge: Bring your top-tier attitude While attitude […]
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OI Global Partners surveyed its career professionals to uncover key language, tactics and strategies that are proving to be most effective in helping job seekers successfully land and respond to interview opportunities. Below is an overview of the […]
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In my coaching practice, I am often asked by clients what a job seeker can do to make a cover letter stand out and get an employer to seriously consider them for a job. As a start, if […]