From Entrepreneur to Employee: Mastering the Corporate Transition by Showcasing Your Unique Value
Hey Entrepreneur, Have you been job-shopping to re-enter a more traditional (i.e., corporate) workplace? Then you’ve probably run into pushback about employers looking for employees, not other employers. While entrepreneurship is generally associated with innovation, bravery, risk-taking, problem-solving, and wearing many hats, for those who will have to work with the individual they hire, other […]
Research Your Job-Hunting Questions on Quora
I don’t know how I ended up with all these Quora updates in my inbox, but I’m glad I did. Why? Because I think there’s useful information over there for you, job hunter! Heck, I’m even learning some things! It seems many recruiters use Quora and are happy to share their thoughts and opinions. Here […]
From Layoffs to Liftoff: Reclaiming Your Career in Challenging Times
I received this message from a client last week: “I’ve found myself unemployed yet again! Ugh. Your services worked magic for me last year, and after starting with a new company in January of this year, budget cuts and BS find me on the job hunt this week. I feel dead inside, but hopeful we […]
Two “Out of the Box” Communication Strategies to Get a Job
I met with a client the other day who was feeling down on his luck. He was a successful entrepreneur, but he was hitting a wall in trying to re-enter the workforce (even with the awesome resume we crafted together). He said he was hearing crickets after applying for roles that seemed like the perfect […]
Beware of Resume-Writing Scams: Protect Your Career and Wallet
A client was recently contacted by a “recruiter” about an attractive job opportunity. Upon submitting their resume, the recruiter said it wasn’t “ATS compliant.” Of course, the recruiter knew a resume-writing service that could revise it. Urgently. My client immediately contacted me. This is never a message I like to receive. Did I do something […]
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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Can Improve Your Job Search (Written by a Robot)
Looking for a job can be a challenging and time-consuming process, but with the advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), it’s possible to make your job search more efficient and effective. AI tools can help job seekers automate certain tasks, streamline the application process, and provide valuable insights into job opportunities. Here are some ways you […]
Boost Your Chances of Getting Your Job Application Noticed Through a Personal Note
Are you tired of waiting to hear back after submitting your resume through a job board? Have you wondered if there’s anything else you can do to move the process along? I’ve got good news for you: there is one simple step you can take to significantly improve your chances of getting noticed, and you […]
This ONE Belief may be Standing in the Way of Your Job Promotion
College has provided you with all the training you need. If you believe this, you may be on a path to obsolescence. Employees slid by with this “learn-then-work” mindset 20 years ago, but today’s ever-evolving, technology-enhanced landscape requires “work-and-learn” thinking. According to The HR Digest, organizational needs are shifting like Nascar drivers, requiring employees to […]
How to Create a New Passion after Losing the Job You Love
“Follow your passion,” they say, “To have a fulfilling life and career!” Sure, and would you like a jentacular* cup of tea with that advice? Because I have no idea what that is, either. Do you feel hurt or annoyed when you’re told to follow your passion? You’re not alone. According to Bill Burnett, the […]