photo by drurydrama So, you’re wondering what a bigger ox has to do with your job hunt? Today’s post was inspired by a quote from Peter Shankman, author, PR guru and owner of the list “Help A Reporter Out.” Today, his email reads: In pioneer days, they used oxen for pulling, and when one ox […]
Communicate for Impact!
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 II
Photo by bbum Yesterday’s post served to remind job seekers that picking a job or career could be worse…You could be a bee who, after a 3-week course of study, must choose a vocation in the hive for the rest of his life! I promised more reasons not to stress out about a job search […]