If you haven’t read my previous posts about Networking, click on NETWORKING in the Categories section to your right! One of the best networking strategies is to conduct many informational interviews. What is an informational interview? This is just is a fancy way of saying a meeting with someone who may be able to share insights or […]
What NOT to Wear to the Interview (or Job)
In an article from the Wall Street Journal Online, Tassels, Pantsuits and Other Interview Fashion Faux-Pas, writer Christina Brinkley uncovers what might be some surprising news about dressing for interviews. We have all heard that we should dress conservatively for an interview. Scuffed shoes, dangling jewelry, too-tight attire – all to be avoided. Some may be […]
Soft Skills for Your Job Search
What are “Soft” Skills? “Soft” skills, otherwise known as emotional intelligence, may make a difference between an employee who can do the job and one who does it well. Soft skills include: leadership, written and verbal communication, problem solving, motivation, interpersonal skills and creativity. Soft skills are transferable to any position; they do not rely […]
Baby Boomers Retire – Possible Impact for the Rest of Us!
An article in the January 14th issue of The Wall Street Journal suggested that companies prepare for looming baby boomer retirements by, among other things, offering flexible work schedules in an effort to retain older employees and avoid a worker shortfall. The AARP’s website reports that by 2014, 32% of the U.S. workforce will be 50 […]
Networking "HOWs" – Virtual Networking
If you haven’t read my previous blogs about networking, look at the “Categories” section to your right and click on “Networking.” Practical Tips to Help Optimize Your Online Network The possibilities to connect are endless: Blogs, networking sites such as linkedin.com and large and small social networks provide opportunities to “meet” professionals from every industry. How should you take advantage of the possibilities? […]