Job Search

The study shows how new technology can make the job search process more efficient for both job seekers and recruiters, alike. Read More

Set yourself up for success with a job-search makeover before the summer takes over.  Awhile back I wrote a series of five articles called “New Year, New You” to help those of you who’ve asked me what you could be doing to improve your odds for success in the job search. At that time I spoke … Read More

Help the planet while you hunt for your next job. Happy Earth Day everyone! All around the globe, events are being held to raise awareness of climate changes and global warming. While the issue may seem overwhelming, little changes can be made each day to help protect the environment and live greener, more sustainable lifestyles. … Read More

Carefully prepare your job-search strategy and you’ll be one step closer to success.  A survey conducted by Ladders found that nearly 70% of its members considered their job search to be “top priority” right now. However, after carefully reviewing the survey responses, it became clear that not everyone is as prepared for the search as … Read More

The job hunt isn’t one size fits all. Learn how to create the strategy that’s right for you. Many job seekers enter the search for new employment thinking any strategy will do — just as long as it gets them one step closer to a job. Armed with a combination of advice and hearsay, individuals … Read More

Exposure is key when looking for your next position, but is there such a thing as too much exposure? When it comes to your privacy, there certainly is. In such a competitive job market, concerns about privacy generally fall to the bottom of the list for most job seekers. During the search, you’re too busy … Read More

If layoffs are on the horizon, take the necessary steps to operate at your best and prepare for the worst. If you’re concerned that layoffs may be in your company’s future, it’s in your best interest to prepare for the job search ahead of time – not after you’ve received the pink slip and you’re … Read More

Bounce back from a layoff with a targeted job-search strategy. As with any loss in your life, a layoff – especially if it’s unexpected – is bound to bring up a sea of different emotions in its wake. The key is to acknowledge these feelings and then move on. Dwelling on the layoff and what … Read More

Harness the ‘power of three’ by using multiple job-search methods to find the most job leads. Q: I’m not having much luck with the on-line application process. What else can I do to get my resume reviewed by employers? – Eunice J., Babylon, NY A: A while ago when I wrote the post about searching for a job … Read More