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S is for SOLID Interview Stories

September 26, 2017 By Laura Paradise

Here”S” how to prepare for your next Interview: Stories. Think about what makes a good strong, story. A beginning, middle and end. A clear message or moral. What did you learn? […]

Filed Under: Interviewing Tagged With: advice, communication, preparation, storytelling

All eyes are on YOU!

June 28, 2017 By Laura Paradise

Getting visible. Up close and personal. That’s the best way to get hired. Networking. Events. Informational interviews. Coffee dates. It feels like all eyes are on you. Which is why […]

Filed Under: Self-esteem Tagged With: body, communication, confidence, connection

Mind your P’s, Easy on your Q’s

May 31, 2017 By Laura Paradise

Heed this advice if you’re about to interview, network, try to make an impression on your boss or talk to a prospective client.  P – Prepare There is a lot behind […]

Filed Under: Interviewing Tagged With: body, communication, enthusiasm

The three best ways to brag in an interview

May 16, 2017 By Laura Paradise

When you’re interviewing, YOU have to be visible. It’s up to you to speak on your own behalf, to take credit for your skills and talents and accomplishments. As they say, […]

Filed Under: Interviewing Tagged With: advice, communication, confidence, self-promotion

Be the hero of your interview story

May 5, 2017 By Laura Paradise

You did it. You are responsible. You saved the day. Stop telling boring, factual, lifeless interview stories. Tell stories that have conflict and struggle, stories where you are the hero that […]

Filed Under: Interviewing, Self-esteem Tagged With: communication, hard skills, soft skills, storytelling

My Commitment to You

March 22, 2017 By Laura Paradise

I want you to succeed. Yes, I am a career coach and I want you to do your good work in the world. I want you to be excited by […]

Filed Under: Other Tagged With: body, coaching, communication, confidence, self-promotion, success

Ten Reasons you MUST practice in front of someone before a job interview

March 3, 2017 By Laura Paradise

A job interview is not a dress rehearsal. Here are ten reasons that you MUST practice in front of someone else first. To get out of your head. To find […]

Filed Under: Interviewing, Self-esteem Tagged With: coaching, communication, confidence, practice

Writing for Work

February 21, 2017 By Laura Paradise

Here’s the truth. Writing for work is Marketing and Self-promotion. For an audience. For an outcome.  Stop making it hard on yourself by worrying over being sales-y, getting it just right or […]

Filed Under: Apply Smart Tagged With: communication, purpose, resumes, self-promotion

The Ghost of Jobs Past

February 13, 2017 By Laura Paradise

If you’re looking for a new job, you’re setting your sights on the future, and a more fulfilling one at that. Even if you’re thinking about leaving your job, you […]

Filed Under: Apply Smart Tagged With: body, career change, communication, exercise, search strategies, standards, talking about yourself, values

The S Word: Advice for Your Next Pitch

January 30, 2017 By Laura Paradise

The S word.  No, not superfluous. And not stuff. Not even the ever-popular storytelling trending among career counselors, bloggers and brand marketers. SPECIFIC The S word you need to heed […]

Filed Under: Interviewing, Self-esteem Tagged With: communication, preparation

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