Career Advice & Insights

Whether by choice or financial necessity, a growing number of senior executives are pursuing jobs with reduced salaries and titles. How can they convince hiring managers they’re serious about a smaller pond? Earlier this decade, a movement called ” downshifting ” sprung up among older professionals who sought to simplify their lives and have more … Read More

When you attend a networking event, your work has just begun. It’s the follow up after the event that can really pay dividends for you. Read More

Charisse Banner found her dream job at a brand new Lasik spa – but it wasn’t opening for another year. Undeterred, she moved to her parents’ home to be closer to the spa’s headquarters and win the job. Moving back in with your parents after you’ve lost a job might signal defeat for some people. … Read More

Think a job search is scary? It can be a lot like walking on hot coals. Either way, you have to master fear to reach your goals. A few weeks ago I attended a “firewalk,” where I literally walked across a bed of hot coals. We also broke boards and walked over broken glass. These … Read More

In this economy, it can be hard to resist any job offer. How long can you hold out if you’re hoping for something better? One consequence of the tough economy: People are reluctant to relinquish any job offer, even for a position they don’t want. “One (client ) was a VP of business development, and … Read More

Your story needs to be sticky. Recruiters don’t say, “Remember Paul, the innovative thinker that had a strong track record at Fortune 500 companies.” Find out how to craft a story with a good hook. Job seekers think they need to be salesman, never storytellers. Nevertheless, storytelling is part of every job search. How well … Read More

Finding a new job is rarely a straight path. Follow these tips to handle a multi-tiered hunt. Finding a job sounds and feels like a logical, linear progression: You search for a job; you find a job posting; you apply; you interview; you get an offer; you negotiate; you begin your new job. If only … Read More

David Goldstein considered everything from flower delivery to a cashier’s spot and sent out hundreds of applications for full-time work. Then the IT executive got in gear by going to his network. David Goldstein knew he was doing the wrong thing: sending a resume for any job for which he thought he was remotely qualified … Read More

There are two types of job seekers. In a market that relies on survival of the fittest, one is more likely to outlast the other. Which type are you? In sales, talent is often labeled as coming in two varieties: hunters and farmers. Hunters are known for: pursuing new business seeking out leads being aggressive … Read More