Do you suffer from Bright, Shiny Object Syndrome? It's easy to fall into that trap these days, when we spend so much time on the internet for perfectly legitimate business reasons. And then a new link pops up and oh, gee, that looks interesting, … [Read more...] about Strategies for dealing with distractions
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How to spot internet trolls and what to do about them
After yet another senseless shooting – this one murdering five people in a newspaper office – one of my Facebook friends offered a fairly straightforward, soft-core post about how sad it was that these people were killed. Scrolling through the … [Read more...] about How to spot internet trolls and what to do about them
Recruiter or career coach? Follow the money
Recruiters and headhunters and career coaches…oh my! The employment world is chock full of choices when it comes to people who can help you get the job of your dreams. And while they are related, there are some important differences. Here’s a … [Read more...] about Recruiter or career coach? Follow the money
The most important job search tool for Baby Boomers
Are you a Baby Boomer looking for a job and just…overwhelmed…by it all? Take heart, my friend; networking can help you get to where you want to be. The job market is not as grim as you might think, regardless of your age. In fact, the employment … [Read more...] about The most important job search tool for Baby Boomers
The key element your resumé is probably missing
Of all the resumés and LinkedIn profiles I review as a career coach, one thing is glaringly obvious by its absence -- results. Honestly, no one (except your immediate supervisor) really cares about your job duties. What they do care about – and … [Read more...] about The key element your resumé is probably missing
How to get the job you love
If you're looking for a job and have not had much success on your own, it may be time to look into career coaching. What is career coaching? Career coaching is similar to – but different from – career counseling and even career development. Career … [Read more...] about How to get the job you love