job

  • You are not your job
  • An Employment Carol

    I’ve always enjoyed the classic, “A Christmas Carol,” by Charles Dickens. As most people know, it is a story that examines the life of...
  • Gigonomics

    I’m not sure who first coined the term, “gigonomics,” but it has been a growing employment trend for at least the past decade, and...
  • Q & A about resumes

    Many job seekers get stressed when they think about putting together or revising their resume.  If you ask thirty different people for their opinion...
  • Are You Un-hirable?

    Over the years, I’ve spoken one-on-one with hundreds of people who have lost jobs.  While some find new employment quickly, many others do not. ...
  • Are You Improving at Work?

    “You will be the same person in five years as you are today except for the people you meet and the books you read.”...
  • Where to Network

    Many job seekers get stuck in a rut.  They spend their time scouring online postings and applying to job ads.  I’ve listened to scores...
  • The Power of Relationships

    I love to hear stories about how people got the jobs they have.  When I ask, they typically start their response by saying, “Well,...
  • Before the Interview

    Two weeks ago I wrote about the Seven Keys to successful interviews.  I’d like to now discuss a little more about what to do...
  • Pursue Your Interests and Passions First

    Several years ago I was on a field trip with my son’s class to the local children’s museum.  While he was playing with a...
  • Seven Keys to a Successful Interview

    Over the past thirteen years, I’ve had the pleasure of helping hundreds of job seekers successfully prepare for interviews.  Many people feel inadequate in...