Letters of recommendation can often be as relevant and as important as referrals. As I have learned recently in my own business, consumers want to be sure that their outlay of money is going to bring them value whether buying food, clothes, fun stuff, or using professional services. I do the same thing when I […]

It is human nature that the more desperate we become, the more we want to believe in those that make us feel good.  And scamsters do best in hard time because they are more likely to reach out to people who feel lost, lonely, betrayed and vulnerable. 
And when it comes to Sales Jobs, the mantra […]

Often the dreaded and sometimes hardest part of the interview process is the salary negotiation. Why do negotiations seem so scary? Most feel unqualified and unprepared to maneuver through negotiations and come out with a good deal. Job seekers also think the offer may be rescinded or that they may diminish a positive first impression […]

At a career conference I attended last month I was introduced to many new sites, services and products designed to help job seekers find success quicker. Some ideas were big and some just little nuggets that may be of interest to or helpful to my clients and readers.Since this is one of my favorite blog […]

Don’t be Afraid to Help and Ask For Help I went to Seattle last week for the Career Directors International conference. As I sat at the airport during a layover, I watched the passengers, visitors, and airport employees move about their day. I have to say, I love to people watch, it is a great way […]

What is finding the right job worth to you? 
What is finding the right job worth to you? What will it do for your life? How will your life change? Let’s take a minute and go through a few reasons not to procrastinate in your job search.
The most obvious is a monetary gain. How much […]

Most professionals in the sales field have had some form of training during their sales career either formally, informally, or from a mentor. As you consider a change in career or industry, realize you can take what you’ve learned in sales and apply it to your career change or job search. 
Five ways to incorporate your […]

Like it or not discrimination occurs everyday in the workplace and during the hiring process. Many times hiring managers aren’t even aware they are being discriminating, and therefore it can be hard for candidates and job seekers to know where to watch for areas of concern. 
A few ways to reduce opportunities for being discriminated against […]

By now, most job seekers realize there will be some form of background check on them when applying for a new position. The level, field and industry of the position will determine the extent of the investigation that takes place. Yes, investigation, that is what I said. Your background check will go far beyond contacting […]

I recently read that according to the National Center for Educational Statistics, fewer than 29% of citizens in the United States currently have educational levels of a Bachelor’s Degree of higher. We all know the high price of a college degree and the increasing tuition rates make it harder than ever to get an education. […]