Posts by Marcia
Should You Seek Employment During the Holidays?
Have you heard that companies don’t hire during the holidays? Well, it’s just a myth. Just ask the jobseeker who received a call and offered a position on Black Friday. Or, the one who had a second interview on Christmas Eve. Putting your job search on hold between Thanksgiving and New Year’s isn’t just a bad…
Read More...Career Decisions: Should you stay or go?
Choosing between a desirable career and a job you love can be one of the most difficult career decisions you’ll ever make.
Read More...9 Ways to Move Your Job Search Forward
Conducting a job search these days can seem overwhelming and complicated, particularly if it’s been a while since you’ve looked for a position. Let’s look at nine ways that can help move your job search forward for quicker results. Network and make strategic connections online and offline. Determine who can make introductions for you at companies of…
Read More...How to Handle Your Job Search After Age 50
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, if you are job hunting over age 50 it could take you 12 or more weeks longer to land a position than a 25 or 30-year old. Don’t be discouraged though because you can find a job that fits you. Hiring practices have changed, and you want a…
Read More...The Secret to Staying in the Loop at Work
You show up daily for work and do your job. One day you notice that you’re no longer invited to meetings or included on internal memos or kept abreast of upcoming changes. You realize that you don’t have the information or knowledge to do your work efficiently – you’re no longer in the loop. There…
Read More...10 Steps to Make Yourself Stand Out
Want to stand out from the crowd? The following tips can help you create a personal or business profile with a different approach. Learn to think for yourself – while the opinion of others can be considered, to stand out you must have the confidence to put your own convictions into place. Determine what “standing…
Read More...How to Handle 4 Tough Job Interview Questions
Congrats! You’ve landed an interview for your ideal job. Now it’s time to let your potential employer know why you’re an outstanding candidate. Prepare yourself for some tough but typical interview questions. Describe Your Setbacks or Weaknesses No doubt you will try to keep the interviewer focused on your strengths, but sooner or later you’ll…
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