DON'T WRITE YOUR OWN REJECTION LETTER
Do you talk yourself out of applying for a job if you don’t meet every qualification? Instead of writing your own rejection letter, try focusing on possibilities.
CURATING YOUR LIFE: AUTHOR GAIL GOLDEN EXPLAINS
Stop chasing work-life balance. Author Gail Golden has a better way to frame it. In this interview, she explains what it means to intentionally curate your life.
INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEW TIPS FOR INTROVERTS
Informational interviews, or career research conversations, can help you gain insights into an industry, career, role or company from an insider’s perspective.
WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST WEAKNESS?
What’s the best way to discuss your strengths and weaknesses in an interview? Strive for strategic responses that are honest, conversational, and engaging.
WHAT'S A HANDBILL, AND WHO NEEDS ONE?
A job search handbill is a one-page marketing flyer describing you, the value you add to a company, and the target roles and companies you want to learn more about.
LET YOUR NATURAL ABILITIES LEAD THE WAY
Recognizing your natural abilities can help you land in a career that feels right for you. You’re fulfilled and satisfied, and it shows in your performance.
Winning Cover Letters
Want your cover letter to capture the attention of the hiring manager? Follow these do’s and don’ts to compose a winning cover letter.
MAKING HEADS OR TAILS OF JOB SEARCH ADVICE
What’s the best way to sift through the plethora of job search advice from family, friends and online sources to find the best strategies that might work for you?
Why Honesty Is the Best (Interview) Policy
Being honest, authentic, even vulnerable during an interview takes courage. But handled with finesse, they can be the reason you get the job.
Tweaking Your Professional Brand
One of the most important steps in making a career change is adjusting your professional brand in a way that conveys your unique value.
Parents: Get Out of the Way
Want to ace your next interview? Highlight ways in which your skills, strengths, experience and accomplishments are relevant to the position you’re seeking.
If you are having an interview Focus on Relevance.
Want to ace your next interview? Highlight ways in which your skills, strengths, experience and accomplishments are relevant to the position you’re seeking.
Why Fun is the F-Word We Could All Use Now
Working hard and having fun aren’t mutually exclusive. Infusing a little fun into your days can actually refresh your energy and boost your productivity.
Are You More Resilient Than You Think?
Success breeds confidence … and confidence breeds success. The more capable you feel, the more adaptable and resilient you’ll become.
Target Your Resume, Target Your Success
Does an all-purpose resume ever make sense? No. It makes applicant tracking systems and hiring managers work too hard to figure out what you’re looking for, and “why you.”