Posted in Interview Prep, Job Search, Networking, Positive Attitude, Resume Devel. on May 14th, 2009
Thursday’s Review
I read a little book a few years ago that is still really a helpful source of information for job seekers and worth mentioning today. When I say little, I mean little. It has a just over 100 pages and is only about 4.5” x 8.5” in size. Written by Max Messmer, Chairman and [...]
Posted in Career Devel., Resume Devel. on May 13th, 2009
Wednesday’s Q&A
Question: I’ve heard I shouldn’t use an objective on my resume – is that true?
Answer: This is a question that comes up weekly with potential clients and at every job fair, seminar and workshop I attend. Some HR, career centers and even a few resume writers still endorse Objectives in a resume but for [...]
Posted in Job Search, New Graduates, Resume Devel., Social Networking on May 12th, 2009
Tuesday’s Tips
The number of available internships and entry level jobs are down just as all jobs in general are down but that doesn’t mean there are not jobs waiting for the new graduates. It just means it is a little tougher to find work – so how do you get ahead…get moving!! We’ve all heard [...]
Posted in Job Search, Just Me, Positive Attitude, Resume Devel. on May 11th, 2009
Monday’s PMA
Yesterday was Mother’s day and I am so thankful to have had the weekend with my kids, family and mom. I had a family breakfast made by my husband and kids and even received a few gifts that were sweet and thoughtful. Later I spent some time with my own mom and brought her [...]
Posted in Just Me, Positive Attitude on May 8th, 2009
Free–4-All Friday
I am actually writing this Thursday night, sitting on the couch with my youngest daughter as we share a large candle for light. During a gentle spring storm we lost power. Unfortunately this happens way too often. Edison as usual, says it will be on again sometime tomorrow.
But, while sitting here in the dim [...]
Posted in Job Search on May 7th, 2009
Thursday’s Review
Always looking to find new ways to help my clients, I want to share with you a new job search engine that I think will grow to become a household name. The site is called LinkUp and can be found at http://linkup.com/. It is definitely a new and unique type of job search engine. [...]
Posted in Career Devel., Job Search on May 6th, 2009
Q&A Wednesday
Question: Should I use a cover letter?
Answer: This seems to be the question of the ages. Since I started writing resumes I have heard the pros and cons of having cover letters. Usually I hear from recruiters that say they never read them, but there have been a few that say they always read [...]
Posted in Career Mgt., Interview Prep on May 5th, 2009
Many people assume their interview skills are effective and helpful when interviewing for a new position. They answer the questions, do a little research on the company and feel they’ve nailed the interview when they leave the meeting. So, why aren’t they getting the job? Many clients come to me with this same dilemma and can’t figure out [...]
Posted in Career Mgt., Just Me, Positive Attitude on May 4th, 2009
The way I start out my blog week, professional week, and personal week is with gratitude and a positive attitude. It can be hard to do and even takes practice and a lot of determination but it is worth it. It really helps direct my week and makes it much more productive.
Here’s what I know [...]
Posted in Just Me on May 1st, 2009
FUN FRIDAY
It is that time of the year again when spring feels like it is finally really here to stay. I love listening to the outdoors in the spring; it is full with birds, mowers, chainsaws and kids yelling. It is a beautiful time of the year.
When I think of spring-time I think of garage [...]
