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You sure caught the attention of that Recruiter. Your glamour shot looks great, but now you have the Recruiter wondering if this is the type of thing you send in with a job application, what sort of stuff do you have posted elsewhere? Your lapse in judgment just cost you that interview. Check out the … Read More

Learn how to address a layoff or getting fired in a job interview. Your suit is pressed. Your resume is perfect. You’ve done your research on the company and your skills are ideal. But in the minutes leading up to your interview, all you can think is, “What will I say when they ask about … Read More

3 steps introverts can take to highlight their talents and advance their careers. Are you an introvert? If not, someone you know probably is. Studies show that one-third to one-half of Americans are introverts, according to Susan Cain, author of the book “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking.” While … Read More

There’s no denying that a powerful, customized cover letter is a key piece of any job search. It’s often how a potential employer decides whether or not to read your resume. So how do they work? Know your audience and find a balance. Think of it like this: the cover letter is the advertisement for … Read More

Double-tailoring your elevator pitch to the person and the event can be the key to projecting confidence in the job search. When networking, it’s important to talk about how you can help the person and add value to his organization. It may sound obvious, but people often get too caught up in trying to sound … Read More

By now, you’ve rewritten your resume more times than you can count. You’ve labored over every word and formatted it within an inch of its life. Blogs with titles like “Jumpstart your Job Search with 5 Resume Tips!” and “4 Foolproof Ways to Get a Recruiter’s Attention!” dominate your bookmarks. You’ve shown it to your … Read More

Resume writing can be a challenging task to take on yourself. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to resume formatting, keywords and job descriptions. These are all important elements of a stellar resume, but you may be overlooking the little things that show your attention to detail, or lack thereof. A small typo … Read More

You may not just be missing out if you’re not using social media — you could be damaging your career. If you’re one of those mid-level managers secure in your position who hasn’t wanted to take the time to learn about social media, you’re not just missing out — you could be damaging your career … Read More

A 5-step plan to turbocharge your personal brand — and career. Your career is important to you. Your brand is important to you. But they aren’t working as hard as they could for you. I guarantee it. It doesn’t take crazy time or energy to change that; to get your personal brand and career turbocharged. … Read More