Professional Development
4 Powerful Ways to Develop an Impactful Resume
“I don’t understand, I’m qualified for the jobs I’ve applied to, but I just don’t hear anything back” said Sara sadly. Unfortunately she, like so many others, suffer from the same resume malaise. Her resume isn’t working for her. Sarah’s resume is working against her! She needs to understand the 4 powerful ways to develop…
Read MoreBuilding Your Brand for an Outstanding LinkedIn Profile
An outstanding LinkedIn profile is not as elusive as it might seem. You are probably aware that LinkedIn may be poised to become the number one talent management platform of the future. In fact, trends show that LinkedIn may one day replace resumes altogether! In order to make certain that you are maximizing your LinkedIn…
Read More4 Proven Fundamentals to Overcome Our Obsession with Failure
What makes successful people excel in almost every aspect of their life? What’s the secret? You know what I’m talking about. Some call it luck. These achievers seem to be able to accomplish amazing things in life and overcome tremendous obstacles. They don’t appear to know what failure is! Our society is consumed with an…
Read MoreHow to Make Every Day Your Masterpiece
How to Make Every Day Your Masterpiece Ever wonder how some successful people are able to accomplish so much? Some appear to be mysteriously blessed with time to suit their purposes while the rest of us are gasping for breath just trying to get through the day. There are no mysteries to be solved. No…
Read MoreInterview for Impact: Increase Your Job Candidacy by 70%
Interview for Impact: Increase Your Job Candidacy by 70% Interviews: love them or hate them – every job seeker must learn how to interview for impact. A great first impression will only last a few minutes if you don’t have what it takes to be a savvy interviewee. It is vital to ensure that you…
Read MoreHow to Answer the Worst Interview Question
How to Answer the Worst Interview Question “What’s your greatest weakness?” the interviewer asked me. I resisted the urge not to roll my eyes in exasperation. That has got to be the worst interview question – ever. Problem is, many employers are still stuck in the 80’s behavioral interview mode with the following typical questions:…
Read More5 Essentials for Effective Job Seekers
5 Essentials for Effective Job Seekers “What the one thing I should do more than anything else as a person in transition?” I am asked this more often these days. I wish it was as easy as a single step to success. There’s no magic pill or secret handshake to guarantee the best job for you. Whether…
Read MoreThe Secret About the Secret Pool of Jobs
The Secret About the Secret Pool of Jobs It was late one afternoon when I got the call. The speaker on the other end quickly introduced themselves as responding to my application for a job position and they wanted to set up an interview. I eagerly accepted the time and date for the interview as…
Read MoreHow to Ace the Interview in 15 Minutes or Less
Ace the Interview in 15 Minutes or Less Interviews: love them or hate them – every job seeker must learn to ace the interview in 15 minutes or less. In the age of impatience, we get very little time to make a great first impression. It’s a sad fact that the person most qualified for…
Read MoreDon’t Sweat the Wrong Stuff – 7 Steps to Eliminate Unnecessary Stress
Someone cut you off in traffic. The pot on the stove boiled over. The wifi went out and you couldn’t live stream the game. The dog chewed your shoes … again. Your boyfriend didn’t give you the gift you expected at Valentine’s Day and your coworker won’t stop talking loudly in his cubicle next door! These…
Read MoreYour Resume: Top 5 Reasons You’re Not Getting a Response
You and your resume can be best friends or secret enemies. If you are looking for career shift you have already realized that job hunting IS a full time job! Time is precious and so are great career opportunities. You definitely want to get that phone call, but what if your resume is secretly sabotaging…
Read More5 Smart Steps to Investing in Self Development
The other day I was taking time to read and reflect as a part of my own personal development plan and it struck me how important this time is. Investing in self development wisely is critical to your growth, well being, goal-focus, and regaining energy that you give out every day. If you don’t invest in…
Read MoreHiring Slump in the Holiday Season? Think Again.
When the Christmas trees hit the shelves in the local home improvement store and all the clothing outlet carries is winter woolies, we automatically think that the hiring season is over – bring on the turkey, ham, and extra helping of pie! In actuality, the Holiday Season is exactly the time to polish the resume,…
Read MoreBreaking Out of the Box – 6 Steps to Career Bliss
So many Americans suffer from mid-career crisis or professional stagnation. If I had a dollar for every time I heard: “I’ve been doing the same job for years, but I don’t really like what I do” I would be writing this from a nice little private island. It’s a scary world out there and many of…
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