Perhaps you are underappreciated and seeking a new job – hopefully, with a company that will be an improvement in the appreciation department. Sometimes, when you’re so focused on getting a job – just any job – it’s easy to forget that you should do a little research on your own to decide if you […]
Job search horror stories: illegal interview questions
If you’ve been looking for a job, it’s likely you have some horror stories to share. Have you ever encountered illegal interview questions? Read this story, from Natalie: After waiting for awhile in a brightly orange-painted room, the interviewer calls my name and sits me down at a desk. Normal thus far until he comments […]
How to be ready for the interview
Contrary to popular belief, the holiday season can be a great time to look for a job. Hiring continues right through the end of the year, so you’ll want to be ready for interviews. Since you will no doubt be busy and distracted by activities that may seem more important than your job search, this […]
Is job hopping an issue for job seekers?
Is job hopping an issue for job seekers? This was another of Quint Careers’ questions for those of us selected as “Career Masterminds” as part of their 15-year anniversary celebration.
Management makeover: lessons from SHRM Atlanta
Do you attend professional conferences and events? You don’t always have to travel for them…Depending on how large of a city you live in, it’s possible there are local organizations — or even regional ones — putting on events and programs encouraging networking and information sharing. I recently participated in SHRM Atlanta, which I attended […]