Communicating effectively and with clarity is key for job seekers and professionals in all fields. For job seekers, the ability to connect in an interview and sell themselves confidently makes the difference between a shot at the job and getting the job. Others in the workforce find themselves trying to persuade others of their viewpoints […]
Stop Toe-Tapping: Clarifying Expectations for Your Job Hunt, Part II
Photo by vintagediva_nat Last week, I wrote that it is a good idea to clarify expectations for your job hunt. I focused on the fact that you need to give yourself a reasonable amount of time to land a job you want. If you’re convinced that a successful job search will be a 2-month process, […]
Clarify Expectations for Your Job Search
Photo by yourpaldave Growing up, my good friend frequently offered two words of advice that seemed to work for most any situation. The advice? “Clarify expectations.” Think about it – how many problems would be prevented if only the parties had set up specific expectations prior to engaging in whatever caused friction or hurt feelings? […]
Why Your Job Hunt Isn't Like Barry the Bee's, Part I
Have you seen the Bee Movie? With Sex and the City being all the rage this week, I don’t image that an older release/kid’s movie is exactly top of mind for most theater goers. However, the Bee Movie had a lot of great lessons for job seekers. (Who would have thunk it?) In case you’re […]
Smooth Sailing for Your Job Hunt: Heat Up Your Interview Skills
Photo by Auer1816 Seeking smooth sailing for your interviews? Logically, once you have a hot resume and network for success, it’s key to focus on interviewing skills to win the job. A summary for those hoping to heat up their job search for the summer season: Prepare for your interview. Decide how to connect your […]