Earlier this year I participated in the Job Hunter’s Education and Networking Event. The event, sponsored in part by Integrity Career Transitions, was a free event that offered participant a chance to learn and practice networking skills, as well as explore opportunities with a few local employers. There were also a few career coaches on hand to offer resume critiques and career advice.Over the course of the day, I must hav...

Your job search strategy is about more than just getting someone to see your resume and call you in for an interview. The foundation of a successful job search is having the right attitude and doing the work necessary to position your self as the best candidate for the job. Bottom line: your job search can only be called successful if it gets you the right job. If you think you are doing everything right, but still not maki...

So you know that it is important to have the two Q’s as you build out your network: Quality and Quantity. But have you considered the importance of having a well-rounded network?In this labor market, having a strong network is critical to your professional survival. There are plenty of tips and articles on where to find people, how and when to connect to them and even what you need to say to attract and maintain your networ...

When you have what most people consider a “good” job, it is easy to feel obligated to stay where you are. After all, you have what most people want, right? Well most people want that. But there are some of us who aren’t satisfied with the good job. We require work that feeds our passion. Work that has meaning that extends beyond a paycheck. And we need work that lends itself to the lifestyle we want in stead of a job that f...

When most people think of a getting a new job, the first thought is to look outside of their current employer. If you are in a small company with lots of “lifers” where many of the roles are set, an external move may be your only option. But if you work for a mid to large-sized company that actively recruits to fill positions, the first place to start may be your internal job board.There are several things that could be pro...

A recent Harris Interactive survey uncovered the following statistics on American job satisfaction:• Across America, 45% of workers say they are either satisfied or extremely satisfied with their jobs• Only 20% feel very passionate about their jobs• 33% believe they have reached a dead end in their careerImagine a world where more people loved what they do for a living.People that are successful in building a brand all have...

Suppose you were out having lunch with a new business acquaintance and when your food was delivered to the table, your lunch partner reached over with her hand and sampled your meal. What would you think? That they were rude – lacking proper social etiquette, right? You’d be offended and probably lose your appetite. Besides ranking their social grace at zero, you’d also seriously question their professional competence as we...