An Introvert’s Guide to Interview Success
Interviews can be scary for any job seeker, but mix in an introverted personality type and they’re sure to warrant an inexplicable amount of stress and anxiety. In the current competitive job climate, a successful interview is essential to getting hired.
For many introverts, the thought of being compared to an extrovert can be daunting …
Making The Most Of Your Time Off For The Holidays
For most workers, the novelty of the holiday season includes not only gifts, food, and family, it also means some much needed time off from work. But with this time off comes the logistics of finishing work on time, planning ahead, and requesting additional leave. Statistics show that us work hounds don’t always take all …
Getting The Most From Recruiters In Your Job Search
As an active job seeker, you’re likely ready and willing to pull out all of your resources to find a job. While working with a recruiter should be one of those tactics to use in your job search, it’s difficult to understand how to best use recruiters to your advantage.
In essence, recruiters work closely …
Preparing for a Layoff, Hostess Style
By now you’ve probably heard about Hostess’ liquidation, as many are mourning over the apparent “death” of their beloved Twinkies and Wonder Bread. Although we may yet see our favorite indestructible snacks find a home with a new company, what will become of Hostess’ workers?
Most of Hostess’ 18,500 employees have lost their jobs, throwing …
5 Ways to Turn Around a Bad First Impression
We’ve all heard it before — first impressions mean everything. But, what about that moment when you blow your first impression? What now? Is your relationship with the hiring manager, your boss, or the client doomed?
Don’t worry — there are ways to turn around most situations in life, and turning around a bad first …
3 Ways to Ask for a Job Reference
Many job seekers focus on the more “obvious” elements of a job search: the cover letter, resume, and interview. But once you’re getting near the end of the job search process, you may encounter an employer who asks for a number of job references to get an objective view of your skills and expertise.
This …
Career Takeaways From Lance Armstrong
Last month, Lance Armstrong took the beat down of the year after the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency published a 1,000-page report alleging Armstrong organized an elaborate doping scheme.
From a branding and career perspective, many are saying that this is it for Armstrong. He was stripped of his seven Tour de France titles, lost many of …
Taking A Career Leap: Lessons From The Space Jumper
Let’s face it: Taking a career leap can be a scary time. You’re jumping into the unknown — whether that’s a first job, career change, huge promotion, or new venture. But it’s good to know that getting to the edge isn’t always a bad thing.
Take Felix Baumgartner, for example. The Austrian daredevil has created …
Personal Branding Lessons from the Presidential Debates
Although we’re led to believe the presidential debates are simply a forum for candidates to express their beliefs and policy ideas, much of what you hear from the candidates is pre-planned and rehearsed. In short, a lot of what you see can be chalked up to branding.
When it comes to personal branding, both verbal …
How to Manage Two Personal Brands
Personal branding requires you to craft a professional image by communicating your unique interests, skills, and expertise. Your personal brand should reflect not only your professional interests, but it should also provide specific insight into your industry to show others what you know. But what happens if you need to promote two very different personal …