If you feel as if you spend your entire working life in meetings, you’re not far off the mark. Before the pandemic, managers were spending about six hours a week in metings. CEOs of major corporations had it even worse -- 30 hours a … [Read more...] about 5 ways to avoid Death by Virtual Meetings
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How to reinvent yourself
From the (e)mail bag: QUESTION: I'm convinced that now is the time to reinvent myself, do something new and exciting. How do I do that? How do I go completely out of the box? ANSWER: Great questions to ask yourself during these tumultuous times -- … [Read more...] about How to reinvent yourself
Recruiter or career coach? Follow the money
(Updated Feb. 2, 2021) 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 … [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