Since you’re reading this, you probably don’t love networking and are wondering what the hype is all about (and whether networking is truly necessary even though you need a job). Does that sound about right? If so, I’ve created a…
I recently worked with a client who hadn’t formally interviewed in more than 15 years and was nervous about her knowledge of current interview etiquette. She had thrived in her role at her company and had been promoted numerous times…
What does it take to get a job today? This simple question has many answers. As I reflect on my last decade of helping job seekers get not just any job, but a fulfilling job, I want to share 10…
This is the final post in my three-part blog miniseries on LinkedIn, which focuses on helping you develop an effective strategy for your overall use of the platform. For tips and strategies specific to your profile, please check out part…
This is the second part of my LinkedIn blog miniseries. As I did for part 1, I've also included a brief companion YouTube video with this post, in which I cover what's known as "above-the-fold" LinkedIn content and share helpful…
This is the first part of my LinkedIn blog miniseries. Please be sure to check out the brief companion YouTube tutorial video that accompanies this post, in which I give tips on how navigate LinkedIn, add and edit sections, and…
Have you ever missed out on a job opportunity because you didn’t update your resume? This is often the catalyst for many new clients to contact me: they learned about a job prospect but were too embarrassed to have a…
Do you have an idea for a book, workbook, course, or other significant writing project but are unsure how to start? If so, this article is for you. Using the steps below, you can learn to write a book outline,…
Here’s the situation: You committed to writing something that is important but not urgent, and now you’re up against the deadline. What the document is doesn’t matter. It could be a blog article, a report, a book chapter, or countless…
Have you ever wondered what small, simple steps you can take to give your career a boost? Career success can be likened to the tortoise and the hare: slow but steady progress (almost always) wins the race, but there’s something…