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Your executive resume should reflect why you’re making a career change. Switching your career path can be a challenging time. MORE
The post 10 Questions For Fitness Guru, Coach Kimmy (Spoiler alert! She eats Brie daily.) appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. Last Wednesday I was given the opportunity to interview the twin Cuce Shoes Sisters about the secret to their success in partnering with the NFL. MORE
The post North Dakota: Why you need to go! appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. Going someplace new is exciting, it can be a real thrill. I honestly look at it as an adventure. MORE
“Who does not appreciate the little does not deserve the big.”. Hungarian Proverb. A knowing smile. A simple Thank You. A small courtesy. A gentle kindness. An honest laugh. An authentic handshake. MORE
I retweeted a link to Here’s a Thing: There’s No Correlation Between a College Degree and Coding Ability. I was a bit surprised by some of the reactions to that link. One colleague said, “I question whether people who wait until a college assignment to learn to code have the same obsessive interest in the topic.” ” I was quite surprised. Back when I went to college, people didn’t have access to computers except in school. MORE
You’re probably aware that, when you’re job-hunting, you need to have a diverse, personal brand-reinforcing online presence , to attract recruiters and employers, when they’re searching for and assessing good-fit candidates. MORE
Editing is part of writing an effective resume. Writing an effective resume is about more than just creating a resume once and distributing it to prospective employers. An executive resume writer will tell you how important it is to review your resume and edit it often. MORE
Most of us think of the New Year as a fresh start. We have a new conviction to accomplish all of those “things” that have been on our “to do” list for the last 12 months. Getting a new job with more responsibility and compensation is high on many lists. MORE
There are times in your career that job search may seem like boot camp, where you follow your sergeant’s orders unquestioningly. You just do what they tell you and trust they will guide you to the right destination. MORE
Are you in the situation where you need to write a resume and simply don’t know where to start? On top of this faced with the challenge of writing your own personal statement? We have the expert advice to guide you through this often-fraught process. To get you to the top of the pile, we […]. MORE
An executive resume service can boost your chances of getting hired. A new job search can be a major commitment, both in time and money; after all, you start dry cleaning your best interview clothes, driving to interviews and taking time from your current job to meet with prospective employers. MORE
I have a non-exempt employee who misses a lot of time for doctors, dentists appointments and child appointments. She said she won’t take a lunch and will just leave an hour early for her appointments. Therefore, she expects to get paid for 8 hours because she did not take a lunch. MORE
Like everyone else these days, recruiters leverage the Internet to find their candidates. They do their research like the rest of us, but spend a fair amount of time leveraging social networks such as LinkedIn. Also like us, recruiters specialize in one or more fields (but not every field). MORE
Most people don’t really like putting together a resume. Writing about yourself is rarely easy, and when you have to try to “sell yourself” by talking up accomplishments, it can be even harder. MORE
“One who runs alone cannot be outrun by another.”. Ethiopian Proverb. Lelisa Desisa, an Ethiopian, won the 2015 Boston Marathon. Yenane Dhane Tsegay, another Ethiopian runner, came in second in the Marathon. MORE
Do you have a resolution to find a new job this year? Check out these tips for a better, streamlined job search. Develop your LinkedIn Profile along with your resume. You need both. You might want to read 7 LinkedIn Profile Tips and Tricks in 2014 That Make a Difference. You cannot afford to ignore LinkedIn. It is just as important as your resume. And, you don’t need the same information in each. You don’t have the room on a resume. You do have the room on LinkedIn. MORE
5 Things Not to Do on Your Resume 1. List every task you perform. MORE
Welcome to the 2nd annual Veteran’s Day edition. This episode is dedicated to veterans everywhere who are transitioning back to the civilian sector. We wish you (veterans) much success during your transition, and hopefully, this show will contribute to your needs in finding the right job for you. MORE
[This article was first published for my Personal Branding Expert gig on Job-Hunt.org, a leading online portal for careers and job search.]. Research, strategic planning, preparation and rehearsal for interviewing are more important than ever in today’s job market. MORE
Always think of the bigger picture when you are in job search mode. Rather than focus on one particular job posting at a time, keep your eyes open, so you don’t miss other opportunities. MORE
In my session at Agile 2015, ( Agile Hiring: It’s a Team Sport ) one participant asked me if I hire contractors the same way I hire employees. I do. I use the same approaches for reviewing resumes, phone screens, interviews and decisions. MORE
By Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter I sat in a quiet nook reading Hemingway’s The Paris Wife, drinking it in with big gulps, each word quenching some deep emotional, mental, intellectual thirst. I finished the book in just two days, completing the final chapter at the unusual-for-me hour of 3 a.m. MORE
The post 10 Ways To Make Moving Organized and Meaningful appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. I love moving. I know, the day of is a sweaty, chaotic, stressful cluster, but…I totally dig it. MORE
There are many articles you can find about answer the job interview question, “What is your greatest weakness?” There are few that will break it down like we have in this episode. MORE
If you’re stuck in a rut and contemplating a career change , it might be a good idea to look at what else is out there. The deeper you go into the search for gainful employment, the more likely you’re bound to run into some odd jobs. MORE
Job seekers these days seem to pay less attention to good manners and etiquette through the job search process . Which makes these positive qualities an even more powerful asset to those who always display them. MORE
“I’m not here as a human being. I’m here as a representative of Wells Fargo.”. Testimony of Bank Representative at Trial of Bank Wrongdoing. This is a direct quote from recent testimony of a bank representative in a trial alleging wrongdoing by the bank. MORE
Janine Truitt (@ czarinaorhr ) and Steve Levy (also my guest from episode 36 ) wrote an article calling for company HR departments to initiate and entertain race relations discussions internally. MORE
When we think of job skills on our resumes, we usually think of direct job skills — our education, certifications, programming languages, etc. Then we ignore our skills relating to teamwork or emotional maturity because, well, they are hard to quantify. MORE
The post How #ILookLikeAnEngineer is Raising Awareness About Continued Sexism in STEM appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. MORE
Leadership experience in volunteer, civic, and professional association settings is one way you can build and promote your personal brand. If you are not ready to take a top leadership role for your favorite organization, you can start with a volunteer project or serve as the co-chair of a committee. MORE
If your goal is to get a new job this year, here are seven things you need to do to prepare yourself for your job search. Update your résumé. While ideally your résumé is customized for a specific job, having an up-to-date résumé targeted for a specific “type” of position is the next best thing. MORE
I’m a big fan of auditions in an interview. (I I have many posts about auditions in this blog.). However, some hiring managers and teams push interviewing and auditions too far. When you’ve had three interviews, and your interviewer asks you to solve a problem for them—again—is it a hiring issue, or are they asking you to consult for free? Here is a way that works for auditions and interviewing: Create the dirtbag phone screen, if that matters to you. MORE
This post brought to you by National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Evil HR Lady. What do Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and I have in common? We both got our start in fast food–he started at McDonalds and I worked at Burger King. MORE
Do you seem to have a perpetual cold? Do you avoid thinking about where you’ll be in five years – because you know it will be at the same desk? Do you avoid parties because of the dreaded “so… what do you do?” question? If so, it’s time to take a look at your career […]. Job Performance career change job performance MORE
It is time to apply for a summer internships. The most dreaded part of the process for most candidates is the interview. Interviewing causes anxiety for almost everyone. However, with some practice, interviewing becomes easier. MORE
Career Alley
JANUARY 12, 2015
Most of us think of the New Year as a fresh start. We have a new conviction to accomplish all of those “things” that have been on our “to do” list for the last 12 months. Getting a new job with more responsibility and compensation is high on many lists.
Hiring Technical People
AUGUST 18, 2015
In my session at Agile 2015, ( Agile Hiring: It’s a Team Sport ) one participant asked me if I hire contractors the same way I hire employees. I do. I use the same approaches for reviewing resumes, phone screens, interviews and decisions.
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Ms. Career Girl
AUGUST 21, 2015
The post How #ILookLikeAnEngineer is Raising Awareness About Continued Sexism in STEM appeared first on Ms. Career Girl.
Executive Career Brand
MAY 18, 2015
Professional Resume Services
JUNE 16, 2015
Your executive resume should reflect why you’re making a career change. Switching your career path can be a challenging time.
Competitive Resumes
NOVEMBER 9, 2015
Welcome to the 2nd annual Veteran’s Day edition. This episode is dedicated to veterans everywhere who are transitioning back to the civilian sector. We wish you (veterans) much success during your transition, and hopefully, this show will contribute to your needs in finding the right job for you.
Career Trend
JUNE 9, 2015
5 Things Not to Do on Your Resume 1. List every task you perform.
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Careers Done Write
JANUARY 27, 2015
Always think of the bigger picture when you are in job search mode. Rather than focus on one particular job posting at a time, keep your eyes open, so you don’t miss other opportunities.
WorkAlpha
JUNE 29, 2015
Email makes job hunting very easy, which is both positive and negative.
Sklover Working Wisdom
FEBRUARY 2, 2015
“Who does not appreciate the little does not deserve the big.”. Hungarian Proverb. A knowing smile. A simple Thank You. A small courtesy. A gentle kindness. An honest laugh. An authentic handshake.
Career Alley
MAY 13, 2015
If you’re stuck in a rut and contemplating a career change , it might be a good idea to look at what else is out there. The deeper you go into the search for gainful employment, the more likely you’re bound to run into some odd jobs.
Hiring Technical People
APRIL 8, 2015
I retweeted a link to Here’s a Thing: There’s No Correlation Between a College Degree and Coding Ability. I was a bit surprised by some of the reactions to that link. One colleague said, “I question whether people who wait until a college assignment to learn to code have the same obsessive interest in the topic.” ” I was quite surprised. Back when I went to college, people didn’t have access to computers except in school.
Ms. Career Girl
JUNE 7, 2015
The post North Dakota: Why you need to go! appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. Going someplace new is exciting, it can be a real thrill. I honestly look at it as an adventure.
Executive Career Brand
APRIL 6, 2015
You’re probably aware that, when you’re job-hunting, you need to have a diverse, personal brand-reinforcing online presence , to attract recruiters and employers, when they’re searching for and assessing good-fit candidates.
Professional Resume Services
JANUARY 30, 2015
If your goal is to get a new job this year, here are seven things you need to do to prepare yourself for your job search. Update your résumé. While ideally your résumé is customized for a specific job, having an up-to-date résumé targeted for a specific “type” of position is the next best thing.
Competitive Resumes
SEPTEMBER 7, 2015
Janine Truitt (@ czarinaorhr ) and Steve Levy (also my guest from episode 36 ) wrote an article calling for company HR departments to initiate and entertain race relations discussions internally.
Career Trend
AUGUST 13, 2015
There are times in your career that job search may seem like boot camp, where you follow your sergeant’s orders unquestioningly. You just do what they tell you and trust they will guide you to the right destination.
Cube Rules
FEBRUARY 18, 2015
Are you in the situation where you need to write a resume and simply don’t know where to start? On top of this faced with the challenge of writing your own personal statement? We have the expert advice to guide you through this often-fraught process. To get you to the top of the pile, we […].
Careers Done Write
OCTOBER 6, 2015
Leadership experience in volunteer, civic, and professional association settings is one way you can build and promote your personal brand. If you are not ready to take a top leadership role for your favorite organization, you can start with a volunteer project or serve as the co-chair of a committee.
Evil HR Lady
AUGUST 19, 2015
This post brought to you by National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Evil HR Lady. What do Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and I have in common? We both got our start in fast food–he started at McDonalds and I worked at Burger King.
Sklover Working Wisdom
AUGUST 24, 2015
“One who runs alone cannot be outrun by another.”. Ethiopian Proverb. Lelisa Desisa, an Ethiopian, won the 2015 Boston Marathon. Yenane Dhane Tsegay, another Ethiopian runner, came in second in the Marathon.
Career Alley
JANUARY 14, 2015
Like everyone else these days, recruiters leverage the Internet to find their candidates. They do their research like the rest of us, but spend a fair amount of time leveraging social networks such as LinkedIn. Also like us, recruiters specialize in one or more fields (but not every field).
Hiring Technical People
JUNE 15, 2015
I’m a big fan of auditions in an interview. (I I have many posts about auditions in this blog.). However, some hiring managers and teams push interviewing and auditions too far. When you’ve had three interviews, and your interviewer asks you to solve a problem for them—again—is it a hiring issue, or are they asking you to consult for free? Here is a way that works for auditions and interviewing: Create the dirtbag phone screen, if that matters to you.
Ms. Career Girl
APRIL 18, 2015
The post 10 Ways To Make Moving Organized and Meaningful appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. I love moving. I know, the day of is a sweaty, chaotic, stressful cluster, but…I totally dig it.
Executive Career Brand
JULY 27, 2015
Job seekers these days seem to pay less attention to good manners and etiquette through the job search process . Which makes these positive qualities an even more powerful asset to those who always display them.
Professional Resume Services
JUNE 30, 2015
An executive resume service can boost your chances of getting hired. A new job search can be a major commitment, both in time and money; after all, you start dry cleaning your best interview clothes, driving to interviews and taking time from your current job to meet with prospective employers.
Competitive Resumes
JUNE 30, 2015
There are many articles you can find about answer the job interview question, “What is your greatest weakness?” There are few that will break it down like we have in this episode.
Career Trend
JANUARY 1, 2015
By Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter I sat in a quiet nook reading Hemingway’s The Paris Wife, drinking it in with big gulps, each word quenching some deep emotional, mental, intellectual thirst. I finished the book in just two days, completing the final chapter at the unusual-for-me hour of 3 a.m.
Cube Rules
APRIL 30, 2015
Do you seem to have a perpetual cold? Do you avoid thinking about where you’ll be in five years – because you know it will be at the same desk? Do you avoid parties because of the dreaded “so… what do you do?” question? If so, it’s time to take a look at your career […]. Job Performance career change job performance
Careers Done Write
JANUARY 13, 2015
It is time to apply for a summer internships. The most dreaded part of the process for most candidates is the interview. Interviewing causes anxiety for almost everyone. However, with some practice, interviewing becomes easier.
Evil HR Lady
OCTOBER 21, 2015
I have a non-exempt employee who misses a lot of time for doctors, dentists appointments and child appointments. She said she won’t take a lunch and will just leave an hour early for her appointments. Therefore, she expects to get paid for 8 hours because she did not take a lunch.
Sklover Working Wisdom
FEBRUARY 6, 2015
“I’m not here as a human being. I’m here as a representative of Wells Fargo.”. Testimony of Bank Representative at Trial of Bank Wrongdoing. This is a direct quote from recent testimony of a bank representative in a trial alleging wrongdoing by the bank.
Career Alley
MAY 11, 2015
Most people don’t really like putting together a resume. Writing about yourself is rarely easy, and when you have to try to “sell yourself” by talking up accomplishments, it can be even harder.
Hiring Technical People
JANUARY 28, 2015
Do you have a resolution to find a new job this year? Check out these tips for a better, streamlined job search. Develop your LinkedIn Profile along with your resume. You need both. You might want to read 7 LinkedIn Profile Tips and Tricks in 2014 That Make a Difference. You cannot afford to ignore LinkedIn. It is just as important as your resume. And, you don’t need the same information in each. You don’t have the room on a resume. You do have the room on LinkedIn.
Ms. Career Girl
OCTOBER 10, 2015
The post 10 Questions For Fitness Guru, Coach Kimmy (Spoiler alert! She eats Brie daily.) appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. Last Wednesday I was given the opportunity to interview the twin Cuce Shoes Sisters about the secret to their success in partnering with the NFL.
Executive Career Brand
JUNE 1, 2015
[This article was first published for my Personal Branding Expert gig on Job-Hunt.org, a leading online portal for careers and job search.]. Research, strategic planning, preparation and rehearsal for interviewing are more important than ever in today’s job market.
Professional Resume Services
JULY 30, 2015
Editing is part of writing an effective resume. Writing an effective resume is about more than just creating a resume once and distributing it to prospective employers. An executive resume writer will tell you how important it is to review your resume and edit it often.
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