Etiquette

The way you follow up your resume submission can make or break your job search. Learn what to do after submitting your online application form to catch a hiring manager’s eye. Read More

Video is one way to stand out, but so is networking, researching the company and writing directly to the right person. Here’s how to ace it. Read More

In the wake of one of the worst economic downturns in our nation’s history, big gaps between gainful employment tenures aren’t unusual or unexpected. Read More

Making a job switch requires balancing ambition and savvy. Follow these five steps to keep your reputation intact and your income secure. Ideally, senior executives have gotten where they are because of a combination of qualities: Personal drive and ambition coexist with the ability to analyze, plan and execute creative tactics with integrity. And when … Read More

You’ve heard the analogy: An interview is like going on a first date. Think about it. Blind dates can be painful without some chemistry. And they even check your references. Translate your dating knowhow to win over your next interviewer. Going on an interview is like going on a first date. I’ve used that analogy … Read More

Face time still counts. Though the ease of e-mail is tempting, be careful not to perform these e-mail etiquette crimes. The inappropriate use of e-mail and texting is widespread and its effects are far-reaching. This ethical issue has the power to threaten the personal and professional development across all ages and industries if left ignored. … Read More

Focus on the future — not the past — to overcome the age-based excuses mature job seekers often tell themselves. Read More

Your manners and etiquette matter online in social networks. Social networking Web sites are becoming an indispensable part of the job search. As your relationships move online, it’s easy to track and manage your contacts and connections. Unfortunately, it’s also easy to forget your social skills. Ignoring a contact’s “hello” feels less harsh when it’s … Read More

Steps to begin using social networks in your job search. Once you decide to take the plunge and create a great profile that reflects your personal brand, the real value is in the connections that you make. So, how do you determine with whom to connect, and what’s the etiquette for doing so? Here are … Read More