Guess Who Else….

So, you got the call you’ve been hoping for, “_______, I’d like to schedule a face-to-face interview with you.”  Congratulations! You’re excited and proud that you’ve been able to get to this place in the job search process.  But...

New Year, New Focus

Happy New Year! It’s that time of year when we reflect on what happened in the past year, celebrate making it through the year, and plan for what we want to accomplish in the next year.  As you think about what you want to accomplish this year, I encourage you to...

Wanted: Good Manners

A few weeks ago, I uploaded a post that focused on remembering to say thanks to those who have helped you along the way with your career.  However, there was one group I forgot to mention – your interviewers! Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the opportunity to...

Heeeerrre’s Your Panel!

Whether it’s to save interviewing time, ensure everyone hears the same thing, or reinforce the company’s priority for team work, panel interviews are all the rage!  No, it’s not that panel interviewing is a new concept, but it has certainly gained more notoriety over...

What Does Your Public Image Say About You?

Lately, I’ve a spent a little more time than usual on LinkedIn scouting for talent.  I must admit, I’ve been a bit taken back by some of what I’ve seen.  A number of profiles I’ve come across have been downright unprofessional.  This would certainly be okay if I was...

Till the Fat Lady Sings

Judging from the number of comments I received on a post I did a couple of months ago entitled, “The Unemployed Need Not Apply,” I will make the assumption that many people are encountering companies who are now discriminating against hiring the...