My friend and colleague, Chandlee Bryan came up with a great idea to turn this month into a fun one for career advisors on Twitter – and an informational one for job seekers! I’m delighted to be participating in “March Career Madness.” Read on to learn how you may benefit from great free career advice AND for links to learn how to use Twitter for your search.
Change your "look" to help with your job search
Your appearance matters, whether you are a star on the red carpet or a job seeker. As I continue my series, “Change One Thing” for your job search, think about changing something about “your look.”
Ask for What You Want At Work. Or: Don't Ask for Orange Juice if You Want Grape Juice
Have you ever known someone who doesn’t ever seem to know just what he or she wants? I know someone like that. In fact, I know him really well. He’s my 2-year old. He is in a constant state of not knowing exactly what he wants.
Unlike my 2-year old, whose only real consequence for his indecision is needing to say a few extra “pleases” or being stuck with whatever he first requested, there are real consequences for professionals who either don’t know what they want or don’t know how to ask for it.
A Resume is Just a Resume?
Last week, a client asked me if I thought “a resume is just a resume is just a resume.” No, I replied…I don’t think so! A resume is a reflection of the resume’s owner. It must represent what you have to offer and directly target the employer you hope to reach. Just as you (hopefully) […]
Questions to Consider for Your Cover Letter
Once you have a great resume, writing a terrific cover letter is the next important step. It’s not a good idea to skip the cover letter, as many employers think of it as the equivalent of an introductory handshake. If you wouldn’t skip the handshake, don’t skip the cover letter! I’ve written all about cover […]