by Bernie | Mar 11, 2024 | General Career Advice, General Job Search, Interviewing
The first time I interviewed a candidate was almost 35 years ago. Can you imagine how many I’ve interviewed since then? Yes, thousands! In that time, if I had to make a best guess at how many of them asked me (the interviewer) good questions, I’d say less...
by Bernie | Feb 26, 2024 | General Career Advice
As we move closer to the start of Women’s History Month, I want to share a quick story: About 6-7 years ago, I was engaged in a conversation with a woman who was my senior (in age). As we talked, she said something which prompted me to say, “Oh, I’m sorry.” She...
by Bernie | Jan 29, 2024 | General Career Advice, General Job Search, Interviewing
My first professional interview, as an interviewer, occurred in 19XX. I’m sure I was more nervous than my candidate, but as the interviewer I’m sure I felt like I had a bit of an edge because I was the one asking the questions. However, as a candidate, your...
by Bernie | Jan 15, 2024 | General Career Advice, General Job Search, Negotiating Job Offers, Salary/Compensation
In the movie, “Jerry Maguire,” Cuba Gooding, Jr’s. character, Rod Tidwell, was very focused on money and getting the biggest financial payout he could. So much so, that his phrase, “Show me the money!” resonated with millions of people and has been said by many for...
by Bernie | Jan 1, 2024 | General Career Advice, Goals and Achievement, Networking
Happy New Year! If you’re reading this, be thankful that you made it to see another year and please remember those who didn’t. With a new year comes new opportunities. While I’m not a big proponent of making New Year’s resolutions, I guess I really am because I...
by Bernie | Dec 4, 2023 | General Career Advice
I’m sure many of you have enjoyed wonderful vacations in the last few months. Whether you’re a beach goer, mountain hiker, or desert dweller, vacation is always something to look forward to. I recently had the opportunity to THOROUGHLY enjoy Belize with...
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