Do you know the difference between a job doing skill and a job fitting-in skill? Employers do. Be sure you do too! In a job interview, you’ve got to demonstrate […]
Be the hero of your interview story
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 […]
Job Interview, Here I Come!
A successful interview comes down to four key things: 1. Positive energy. Hiring managers choose people who are confident, enthusiastic and articulate. So, show up with a “can do” attitude […]
You’re not perfect, but you could be better at…
Most people think they have to be cagey when it comes to answering the question, what is your major weakness. They’ve been told it’s best to name a weakness that […]
Elegance, simplicity, functionality
That’s what I look for in a resume. That’s what I look for in a website. You have to make sure that your materials do the job, that is—to show […]
What hiring managers listen for!
Hiring managers want to know that you will be successful in the position. They want to hire people that are knowledgeable, driven and low maintenance. Here’s what that means in […]
Interviews and speed dating- how to get a second date!
Interviewing is a lot like speed dating. Getting asked for a second date comes down to chemistry, luck, and timing (after all someone cute and smart could have showed up […]
Wrapping your job offer
It’s the season of giving. How about bringing the spirit of giving to your next interview or job presentation? The language we use to describe job search activities influences our […]
Make an offer that reflects your self-worth
All of us have gifts, but some of us never open our packages. If you can’t find your gifts, you’re probably looking in the wrong places! We’ve been taught that a key […]