Posted in Interview Prep, Job Search, Positive Attitude, jobseeker on Sep 9th, 2009
Wednesday’s Q&A
Question: Can a smile really land you a job?
Answer: A smile is so incredibly powerful. It is proven to release chemicals that relax, it takes fewer muscles to make then a frown, and it can make or break a meeting.
Smiles are written about, sung about, drawn, worn as bumper stickers and t-shirts and [...]
Posted in Career Change, Career Devel., Job Search, career blogs, jobseeker on Aug 31st, 2009
Job seekers looking for information, experts and direction, will definitely find it at this week’s blog review. I am excited to share with you CareerRocketeer.com, a new site that offers top-quality career search, career development and personal branding information.
Many of you have already heard of it due to its rapid growth and escalating reputation. I [...]
Posted in Career Devel., Job Loss, Job Search, Positive Attitude, Social Networking on Aug 19th, 2009
Looking for a new job can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. Many job seekers search through the job boards like CareerBuilder, Monster and Indeed and find nothing that stands out. It may feel like there are no jobs that fit what you have to offer. Fortunately there are jobs available that [...]
Posted in Career Mgt., Job Loss, Job Search, Positive Attitude on Aug 17th, 2009
Being in a job that is right for you with the right fit, does increase job security. How? To begin, you are doing what you love and therefore doing it better than someone who isn’t the right fit. Your ideas will be more creative and come more often because it is something you are passionate [...]
Posted in Job Search, Resume Devel., jobseeker on Aug 15th, 2009
Saturday Evening RePost
Written by Kris Plantrich for and Reposted from Fox2 Detroit.
After recently reviewing the resume of a potential client I noticed again, common mistakes that lead to an ineffective resume. In order for your resume to do its’ job – which is to obtain interviews for you – your resume must be attention-grabbing and [...]
Posted in Career Devel., Current Events, Interview Prep, Job Search, Positive Attitude on Aug 10th, 2009
With excitement and anticipation last night I watched Sunday Night Football. The pre-season game gave the new players a chance to show what they’ve got and their contribution potential, in short… their value.
It wasn’t an unforgettable game but it was just fun to watch. Usually at half time I switch loads of laundry, check emails, [...]
Posted in Resume Devel., jobseeker on Aug 3rd, 2009
After recently reviewing the resume of a potential client I noticed again, common mistakes that lead to an ineffective resume. In order for your resume to do its’ job – which is to obtain interviews for you – your resume must be attention-grabbing and powerful. What makes a resume really jump out at the [...]
Posted in Help Others, Job Loss, Job Search, Networking, Positive Attitude on Jul 17th, 2009
Friday’s Free for All
Staying focused and finding ways to stop procrastinating can be difficult when you’ve got activities, decisions, or things to do that you really don’t want to do. I know… I fight it often.
I love learning new things, information finding new resources and new technology to help with my work and my clients. [...]
Posted in Career Mgt., Job Loss, jobseeker on Jul 16th, 2009
Thursday’s Review
I am excited to share with you a site I have been researching and have found to be a comprehensive and worthwhile source for executive job seekers. Many of you have probably heard of it already, but I found during my research, just how much more they offer.
The company is NETSHARE! Established in 1991, [...]
Posted in Career Devel., Job Search, Positive Attitude on Jul 13th, 2009
Monday’s PMA
When I’ve worked hard at something – really knowing I’ve given my all but still things didn’t work out for me, I might be disappointed with the outcome but not with myself. There is a big difference! Knowing that I’ve put 100% into doing the best I could makes good outcomes feel great and [...]
