HOW (AND WHY) YOU SHOULD CREATE ERROR-FREE RESUMES How (and why) you should create error-free resumes. How you communicate your skills and accomplishments is key to a successful job search. The adage “It’s not what you say, but how you say it” holds particular weight when it comes to resumes, a recent survey shows. Eighty-four percent of executives polled said it takes just one

or two

OVERQUALIFIED FOR THE JOB? SHOULD YOU TAKE A JOB YOU'RE All of these questions assume that someone is ready, willing and able to offer you a job you are overqualified to do, but do not assume that most employers welcome the thought of hiring someone overqualified for the job. In fact, they are unlikely to want to take the risk that you will bolt the minute something better comes along. BAD REASONS TO CHANGE CAREERS Bad reasons to change careers. You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.”. If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change 6 SIGNS YOU SHOULD START YOUR OWN BUSINESS You’ve been having a tough time finding a job, and the longer it takes, the more obstacles you face. Your last job’s end date has become more distant, and you aren’t seeing any reason to be optimistic about landing something permanent anytime soon. Should you start a business? If this describes you, it could be HOW TO TELL YOUR CAREER STORY In your resume. All of your bullet points should focus on your career story. Include important information about how you solved problems by using the “PAR” method; include details about the problem, the action you took and the results you created. Focus extensively on the job description and incorporate keywords that match the employer’s BEST STEPS TO FIND A JOB Even though it seems like a terrible time to try to find a job, companies still have problems to solve. If you can demonstrate that you have the skills to solve their problems, you will position yourself to be competitive to land a new opportunity. WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE DISCOURAGED ABOUT YOUR JOB SEARCH Talk to people you DON’T think can help you with your search. Expand your net of networking contacts. You never know when a connector is in your midst – someone who takes pride in knowing a lot of people and introducing them to each other. In a recession, it is even more important to expand our circles when job seeking. HOW TO ANSWER WEIRD INTERVIEW QUESTIONS If your interviewer asks you a question that is out of the world, how should you reply? Most employers don’t ask crazy interview questions like these, but it’s a good idea to prepare for how you’d address them, just in case. These strategies will help you answer any oddball interview question. 1. SHOULD YOU LEAVE DATES OFF YOUR RESUME? Because, if you leave off the date, you allow the reader to assume when you may have graduated. The hiring manager will naturally believe you are “more experienced” — perhaps even much more experienced (read: older) than you actually are! If your goal is to look younger,

that’s what we

CAN YOU "TEXT IN" SICK AT WORK? No matter where you work, knowing how to communicate effectively with your boss, colleagues and clients is key to your continued success. However, with so many different mechanisms to get in touch with people, it isn’t always easy to choose the most appropriate tools to communicate. For the traditionalists, in-person communication has always trumped all other methods, including HOW (AND WHY) YOU SHOULD CREATE ERROR-FREE RESUMES How (and why) you should create error-free resumes. How you communicate your skills and accomplishments is key to a successful job search. The adage “It’s not what you say, but how you say it” holds particular weight when it comes to resumes, a recent survey shows. Eighty-four percent of executives polled said it takes just one

or two

OVERQUALIFIED FOR THE JOB? SHOULD YOU TAKE A JOB YOU'RE All of these questions assume that someone is ready, willing and able to offer you a job you are overqualified to do, but do not assume that most employers welcome the thought of hiring someone overqualified for the job. In fact, they are unlikely to want to take the risk that you will bolt the minute something better comes along. BAD REASONS TO CHANGE CAREERS Bad reasons to change careers. You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.”. If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change 6 SIGNS YOU SHOULD START YOUR OWN BUSINESS You’ve been having a tough time finding a job, and the longer it takes, the more obstacles you face. Your last job’s end date has become more distant, and you aren’t seeing any reason to be optimistic about landing something permanent anytime soon. Should you start a business? If this describes you, it could be HOW TO TELL YOUR CAREER STORY In your resume. All of your bullet points should focus on your career story. Include important information about how you solved problems by using the “PAR” method; include details about the problem, the action you took and the results you created. Focus extensively on the job description and incorporate keywords that match the employer’s BEST STEPS TO FIND A JOB Even though it seems like a terrible time to try to find a job, companies still have problems to solve. If you can demonstrate that you have the skills to solve their problems, you will position yourself to be competitive to land a new opportunity. WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE DISCOURAGED ABOUT YOUR JOB SEARCH Talk to people you DON’T think can help you with your search. Expand your net of networking contacts. You never know when a connector is in your midst – someone who takes pride in knowing a lot of people and introducing them to each other. In a recession, it is even more important to expand our circles when job seeking. HOW TO ANSWER WEIRD INTERVIEW QUESTIONS If your interviewer asks you a question that is out of the world, how should you reply? Most employers don’t ask crazy interview questions like these, but it’s a good idea to prepare for how you’d address them, just in case. These strategies will help you answer any oddball interview question. 1. SHOULD YOU LEAVE DATES OFF YOUR RESUME? Because, if you leave off the date, you allow the reader to assume when you may have graduated. The hiring manager will naturally believe you are “more experienced” — perhaps even much more experienced (read: older) than you actually are! If your goal is to look younger,

that’s what we

CAN YOU "TEXT IN" SICK AT WORK? No matter where you work, knowing how to communicate effectively with your boss, colleagues and clients is key to your continued success. However, with so many different mechanisms to get in touch with people, it isn’t always easy to choose the most appropriate tools to communicate. For the traditionalists, in-person communication has always trumped all other methods, including RESOURCES - KEPPIE CAREERS As the author of seven books and an expert source for CNN, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and other media outlets, I offer cutting-edge information on the latest trends to help you – or your business – succeed. 6 SIGNS YOU SHOULD START YOUR OWN BUSINESS You’ve been having a tough time finding a job, and the longer it takes, the more obstacles you face. Your last job’s end date has become more distant, and you aren’t seeing any reason to be optimistic about landing something permanent anytime soon. Should you start a business? If this describes you, it could be HOW TO EVALUATE A JOB DESCRIPTION Make a point to understand your skills and qualifications. Know your limitations and where you have potential to successfully stretch. A little self-assessment can go a long way. You must know yourself to sell your skills. If you apply for an interview for a position that is a stretch, be prepared to sell yourself and defend your ability to get HOW TO TELL YOUR CAREER STORY In your resume. All of your bullet points should focus on your career story. Include important information about how you solved problems by using the “PAR” method; include details about the problem, the action you took and the results you created. Focus extensively on the job description and incorporate keywords that match the employer’s BEST STEPS TO FIND A JOB Even though it seems like a terrible time to try to find a job, companies still have problems to solve. If you can demonstrate that you have the skills to solve their problems, you will position yourself to be competitive to land a new opportunity. HOW TO ANSWER WEIRD INTERVIEW QUESTIONS If your interviewer asks you a question that is out of the world, how should you reply? Most employers don’t ask crazy interview questions like these, but it’s a good idea to prepare for how you’d address them, just in case. These strategies will help you answer any oddball interview question. 1. HOW TO RESPOND WHEN YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION UNEXPECTEDLY Depending on your situation, news that your job description is changing can be good news or cause for alarm. If management is taking responsibility away from you, even if your official title or salary have not changed, you should be concerned about your future in the organization. On the other hand, if you’ve been given a lot WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO FOLLOW UP WITH A JOB LEAD? First of all, make sure you do not make the interaction about you and your goals. (So, focusing in on the fact that you would love to launch your career at the company is a misstep.) Don’t ever make your networking strictly about YOU! It is important that you make a point to illustrate why you are a good match and what you offer. TIPS TO WRITE GREAT LINKEDIN POSTS Keep your audience in mind and target your posts for the best chance at wide distribution. Engage and interact. LinkedIn also notes that the more you engage and interact on LinkedIn by reading and commenting on posts, the more authority and influence you’ll gain. They note, “Your activity on LinkedIn will affect distribution. HOW TO WORK WITH A CLUELESS CO-WORKER As the author of seven books and an expert source for CNN, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and other media outlets, I offer cutting-edge information on the latest trends to help you – or your business – succeed.

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Keppie Careers. Social media speaker, social media consultant, job search coach. You’re looking for a new job – or a new career! Thinking of starting your own business? You’ve come to the right place. I will author (or teach you to create) your resume and online profiles and provide the tools you need to succeed! Let’s Get

Started.

HOW (AND WHY) YOU SHOULD CREATE ERROR-FREE RESUMES How (and why) you should create error-free resumes. How you communicate your skills and accomplishments is key to a successful job search. The adage “It’s not what you say, but how you say it” holds particular weight when it comes to resumes, a recent survey shows. Eighty-four percent of executives polled said it takes just one

or two

BAD REASONS TO CHANGE CAREERS Bad reasons to change careers. You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.”. If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change 6 SIGNS YOU SHOULD START YOUR OWN BUSINESS You’ve been having a tough time finding a job, and the longer it takes, the more obstacles you face. Your last job’s end date has become more distant, and you aren’t seeing any reason to be optimistic about landing something permanent anytime soon. Should you start a business? If this describes you, it could be OVERQUALIFIED FOR THE JOB? SHOULD YOU TAKE A JOB YOU'RE All of these questions assume that someone is ready, willing and able to offer you a job you are overqualified to do, but do not assume that most employers welcome the thought of hiring someone overqualified for the job. In fact, they are unlikely to want to take the risk that you will bolt the minute something better comes along. WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE DISCOURAGED ABOUT YOUR JOB SEARCH Talk to people you DON’T think can help you with your search. Expand your net of networking contacts. You never know when a connector is in your midst – someone who takes pride in knowing a lot of people and introducing them to each other. In a recession, it is even more important to expand our circles when job seeking. SHOULD YOU LEAVE DATES OFF YOUR RESUME? Because, if you leave off the date, you allow the reader to assume when you may have graduated. The hiring manager will naturally believe you are “more experienced” — perhaps even much more experienced (read: older) than you actually are! If your goal is to look younger,

that’s what we

TIPS TO WRITE GREAT LINKEDIN POSTS Keep your audience in mind and target your posts for the best chance at wide distribution. Engage and interact. LinkedIn also notes that the more you engage and interact on LinkedIn by reading and commenting on posts, the more authority and influence you’ll gain. They note, “Your activity on LinkedIn will affect distribution. HOW LONG SHOULD YOUR ANSWER TO AN INTERVIEW QUESTION LAST? DO keep your answers relatively succinct. If you want to know how long it takes to answer a question, time yourselfYou can probably get a lot of words into just 30 or 45 seconds. BUT – remember that it is even more important to actually answer the question with details that will DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR "INVISIBLE RESUME" SAYS? I bet you’ve thought a lot about your resume (hopefully), and you may have even spent some brain power evaluating your “digital footprint,” but have you ever considered your “invisible resume?” I recently read a terrific piece by Dr. Vicky Gordon, CEO of the Gordon Group, a Chicago-based leadership and organizational development consulting firm, for the Harvard Business Review that

KEPPIE CAREERS

Keppie Careers. Social media speaker, social media consultant, job search coach. You’re looking for a new job – or a new career! Thinking of starting your own business? You’ve come to the right place. I will author (or teach you to create) your resume and online profiles and provide the tools you need to succeed! Let’s Get

Started.

HOW (AND WHY) YOU SHOULD CREATE ERROR-FREE RESUMES How (and why) you should create error-free resumes. How you communicate your skills and accomplishments is key to a successful job search. The adage “It’s not what you say, but how you say it” holds particular weight when it comes to resumes, a recent survey shows. Eighty-four percent of executives polled said it takes just one

or two

BAD REASONS TO CHANGE CAREERS Bad reasons to change careers. You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.”. If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change 6 SIGNS YOU SHOULD START YOUR OWN BUSINESS You’ve been having a tough time finding a job, and the longer it takes, the more obstacles you face. Your last job’s end date has become more distant, and you aren’t seeing any reason to be optimistic about landing something permanent anytime soon. Should you start a business? If this describes you, it could be OVERQUALIFIED FOR THE JOB? SHOULD YOU TAKE A JOB YOU'RE All of these questions assume that someone is ready, willing and able to offer you a job you are overqualified to do, but do not assume that most employers welcome the thought of hiring someone overqualified for the job. In fact, they are unlikely to want to take the risk that you will bolt the minute something better comes along. WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE DISCOURAGED ABOUT YOUR JOB SEARCH Talk to people you DON’T think can help you with your search. Expand your net of networking contacts. You never know when a connector is in your midst – someone who takes pride in knowing a lot of people and introducing them to each other. In a recession, it is even more important to expand our circles when job seeking. SHOULD YOU LEAVE DATES OFF YOUR RESUME? Because, if you leave off the date, you allow the reader to assume when you may have graduated. The hiring manager will naturally believe you are “more experienced” — perhaps even much more experienced (read: older) than you actually are! If your goal is to look younger,

that’s what we

TIPS TO WRITE GREAT LINKEDIN POSTS Keep your audience in mind and target your posts for the best chance at wide distribution. Engage and interact. LinkedIn also notes that the more you engage and interact on LinkedIn by reading and commenting on posts, the more authority and influence you’ll gain. They note, “Your activity on LinkedIn will affect distribution. HOW LONG SHOULD YOUR ANSWER TO AN INTERVIEW QUESTION LAST? DO keep your answers relatively succinct. If you want to know how long it takes to answer a question, time yourselfYou can probably get a lot of words into just 30 or 45 seconds. BUT – remember that it is even more important to actually answer the question with details that will DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR "INVISIBLE RESUME" SAYS? I bet you’ve thought a lot about your resume (hopefully), and you may have even spent some brain power evaluating your “digital footprint,” but have you ever considered your “invisible resume?” I recently read a terrific piece by Dr. Vicky Gordon, CEO of the Gordon Group, a Chicago-based leadership and organizational development consulting firm, for the Harvard Business Review that

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Keppie Careers. Social media speaker, social media consultant, job search coach. You’re looking for a new job – or a new career! Thinking of starting your own business? You’ve come to the right place. I will author (or teach you to create) your resume and online profiles and provide the tools you need to succeed! Let’s Get

Started.

BAD REASONS TO CHANGE CAREERS Bad reasons to change careers. You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.”. If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change

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CONTACT ME TO WORK TOGETHER Thanks for touching base. I welcome press inquiries as well as questions from potential clients. I typically reply to inquiries within two business days. If you do not receive a reply in three business days, please check your spam folder, as your email may have misdirected my message and/or email me directly. OVERQUALIFIED FOR THE JOB? SHOULD YOU TAKE A JOB YOU'RE All of these questions assume that someone is ready, willing and able to offer you a job you are overqualified to do, but do not assume that most employers welcome the thought of hiring someone overqualified for the job. In fact, they are unlikely to want to take the risk that you will bolt the minute something better comes along. HOW TO EVALUATE A JOB DESCRIPTION Make a point to understand your skills and qualifications. Know your limitations and where you have potential to successfully stretch. A little self-assessment can go a long way. You must know yourself to sell your skills. If you apply for an interview for a position that is a stretch, be prepared to sell yourself and defend your ability to get HOW TO ANSWER WEIRD INTERVIEW QUESTIONS If your interviewer asks you a question that is out of the world, how should you reply? Most employers don’t ask crazy interview questions like these, but it’s a good idea to prepare for how you’d address them, just in case. These strategies will help you answer any oddball interview question. 1. HOW TO RESPOND WHEN YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION UNEXPECTEDLY Depending on your situation, news that your job description is changing can be good news or cause for alarm. If management is taking responsibility away from you, even if your official title or salary have not changed, you should be concerned about your future in the organization. On the other hand, if you’ve been given a lot WHY YOUR BOSS DOESN'T LIKE YOU AND WHAT YOU CAN DO The fix: This is easy. Just keep your boss in the loop. Send a quick email update at appropriate intervals. Ask your boss how often he’d like a check-in email, and make a point to keep him in the loop if anything comes up that he will want to know in the interim. 4. You

blame other people.

CAN YOU "TEXT IN" SICK AT WORK? No matter where you work, knowing how to communicate effectively with your boss, colleagues and clients is key to your continued success. However, with so many different mechanisms to get in touch with people, it isn’t always easy to choose the most appropriate tools to communicate. For the traditionalists, in-person communication has always trumped all other methods, including

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Keppie Careers. Social media speaker, social media consultant, job search coach. You’re looking for a new job – or a new career! Thinking of starting your own business? You’ve come to the right place. I will author (or teach you to create) your resume and online profiles and provide the tools you need to succeed! Let’s Get

Started.

HOW (AND WHY) YOU SHOULD CREATE ERROR-FREE RESUMES How (and why) you should create error-free resumes. How you communicate your skills and accomplishments is key to a successful job search. The adage “It’s not what you say, but how you say it” holds particular weight when it comes to resumes, a recent survey shows. Eighty-four percent of executives polled said it takes just one

or two

BAD REASONS TO CHANGE CAREERS Bad reasons to change careers. You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.”. If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change 6 SIGNS YOU SHOULD START YOUR OWN BUSINESS You’ve been having a tough time finding a job, and the longer it takes, the more obstacles you face. Your last job’s end date has become more distant, and you aren’t seeing any reason to be optimistic about landing something permanent anytime soon. Should you start a business? If this describes you, it could be OVERQUALIFIED FOR THE JOB? SHOULD YOU TAKE A JOB YOU'REBEST WAY TO FIND A JOBWAYS TO FIND A JOB All of these questions assume that someone is ready, willing and able to offer you a job you are overqualified to do, but do not assume that most employers welcome the thought of hiring someone overqualified for the job. In fact, they are unlikely to want to take the risk that you will bolt the minute something better comes along. WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE DISCOURAGED ABOUT YOUR JOB SEARCH Talk to people you DON’T think can help you with your search. Expand your net of networking contacts. You never know when a connector is in your midst – someone who takes pride in knowing a lot of people and introducing them to each other. In a recession, it is even more important to expand our circles when job seeking. SHOULD YOU LEAVE DATES OFF YOUR RESUME? Because, if you leave off the date, you allow the reader to assume when you may have graduated. The hiring manager will naturally believe you are “more experienced” — perhaps even much more experienced (read: older) than you actually are! If your goal is to look younger,

that’s what we

TIPS TO WRITE GREAT LINKEDIN POSTS Keep your audience in mind and target your posts for the best chance at wide distribution. Engage and interact. LinkedIn also notes that the more you engage and interact on LinkedIn by reading and commenting on posts, the more authority and influence you’ll gain. They note, “Your activity on LinkedIn will affect distribution. HOW LONG SHOULD YOUR ANSWER TO AN INTERVIEW QUESTION LAST?BEST ANSWERS TO INTERVIEW QUESTIONS DO keep your answers relatively succinct. If you want to know how long it takes to answer a question, time yourselfYou can probably get a lot of words into just 30 or 45 seconds. BUT – remember that it is even more important to actually answer the question with details that will DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR "INVISIBLE RESUME" SAYS? I bet you’ve thought a lot about your resume (hopefully), and you may have even spent some brain power evaluating your “digital footprint,” but have you ever considered your “invisible resume?” I recently read a terrific piece by Dr. Vicky Gordon, CEO of the Gordon Group, a Chicago-based leadership and organizational development consulting firm, for the Harvard Business Review that

KEPPIE CAREERS

Keppie Careers. Social media speaker, social media consultant, job search coach. You’re looking for a new job – or a new career! Thinking of starting your own business? You’ve come to the right place. I will author (or teach you to create) your resume and online profiles and provide the tools you need to succeed! Let’s Get

Started.

HOW (AND WHY) YOU SHOULD CREATE ERROR-FREE RESUMES How (and why) you should create error-free resumes. How you communicate your skills and accomplishments is key to a successful job search. The adage “It’s not what you say, but how you say it” holds particular weight when it comes to resumes, a recent survey shows. Eighty-four percent of executives polled said it takes just one

or two

BAD REASONS TO CHANGE CAREERS Bad reasons to change careers. You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.”. If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change 6 SIGNS YOU SHOULD START YOUR OWN BUSINESS You’ve been having a tough time finding a job, and the longer it takes, the more obstacles you face. Your last job’s end date has become more distant, and you aren’t seeing any reason to be optimistic about landing something permanent anytime soon. Should you start a business? If this describes you, it could be OVERQUALIFIED FOR THE JOB? SHOULD YOU TAKE A JOB YOU'REBEST WAY TO FIND A JOBWAYS TO FIND A JOB All of these questions assume that someone is ready, willing and able to offer you a job you are overqualified to do, but do not assume that most employers welcome the thought of hiring someone overqualified for the job. In fact, they are unlikely to want to take the risk that you will bolt the minute something better comes along. WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE DISCOURAGED ABOUT YOUR JOB SEARCH Talk to people you DON’T think can help you with your search. Expand your net of networking contacts. You never know when a connector is in your midst – someone who takes pride in knowing a lot of people and introducing them to each other. In a recession, it is even more important to expand our circles when job seeking. SHOULD YOU LEAVE DATES OFF YOUR RESUME? Because, if you leave off the date, you allow the reader to assume when you may have graduated. The hiring manager will naturally believe you are “more experienced” — perhaps even much more experienced (read: older) than you actually are! If your goal is to look younger,

that’s what we

TIPS TO WRITE GREAT LINKEDIN POSTS Keep your audience in mind and target your posts for the best chance at wide distribution. Engage and interact. LinkedIn also notes that the more you engage and interact on LinkedIn by reading and commenting on posts, the more authority and influence you’ll gain. They note, “Your activity on LinkedIn will affect distribution. HOW LONG SHOULD YOUR ANSWER TO AN INTERVIEW QUESTION LAST?BEST ANSWERS TO INTERVIEW QUESTIONS DO keep your answers relatively succinct. If you want to know how long it takes to answer a question, time yourselfYou can probably get a lot of words into just 30 or 45 seconds. BUT – remember that it is even more important to actually answer the question with details that will DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR "INVISIBLE RESUME" SAYS? I bet you’ve thought a lot about your resume (hopefully), and you may have even spent some brain power evaluating your “digital footprint,” but have you ever considered your “invisible resume?” I recently read a terrific piece by Dr. Vicky Gordon, CEO of the Gordon Group, a Chicago-based leadership and organizational development consulting firm, for the Harvard Business Review that

KEPPIE CAREERS

Keppie Careers. Social media speaker, social media consultant, job search coach. You’re looking for a new job – or a new career! Thinking of starting your own business? You’ve come to the right place. I will author (or teach you to create) your resume and online profiles and provide the tools you need to succeed! Let’s Get

Started.

BAD REASONS TO CHANGE CAREERS Bad reasons to change careers. You know what they say: “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.”. If you’ve been coveting the greener grass of a career change, be sure to stop and reflect before you plan a major shift. While transitioning careers sometimes makes sense, many people mistakenly believe a career change

BLOG

The most challenging thing about making a career change isn’t always the obvious obstacle. Before stepping off of one career path for another, you may have thought making the time for continuing education in your already busy life would be the toughest part of your career

shift.

CONTACT ME TO WORK TOGETHER Thanks for touching base. I welcome press inquiries as well as questions from potential clients. I typically reply to inquiries within two business days. If you do not receive a reply in three business days, please check your spam folder, as your email may have misdirected my message and/or email me directly. OVERQUALIFIED FOR THE JOB? SHOULD YOU TAKE A JOB YOU'RE All of these questions assume that someone is ready, willing and able to offer you a job you are overqualified to do, but do not assume that most employers welcome the thought of hiring someone overqualified for the job. In fact, they are unlikely to want to take the risk that you will bolt the minute something better comes along. HOW TO EVALUATE A JOB DESCRIPTION Make a point to understand your skills and qualifications. Know your limitations and where you have potential to successfully stretch. A little self-assessment can go a long way. You must know yourself to sell your skills. If you apply for an interview for a position that is a stretch, be prepared to sell yourself and defend your ability to get HOW TO ANSWER WEIRD INTERVIEW QUESTIONS If your interviewer asks you a question that is out of the world, how should you reply? Most employers don’t ask crazy interview questions like these, but it’s a good idea to prepare for how you’d address them, just in case. These strategies will help you answer any oddball interview question. 1. HOW TO RESPOND WHEN YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION UNEXPECTEDLY Depending on your situation, news that your job description is changing can be good news or cause for alarm. If management is taking responsibility away from you, even if your official title or salary have not changed, you should be concerned about your future in the organization. On the other hand, if you’ve been given a lot WHY YOUR BOSS DOESN'T LIKE YOU AND WHAT YOU CAN DO The fix: This is easy. Just keep your boss in the loop. Send a quick email update at appropriate intervals. Ask your boss how often he’d like a check-in email, and make a point to keep him in the loop if anything comes up that he will want to know in the interim. 4. You

blame other people.

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