Keep Your Phone Costs Down! By Jeff Altman
When you’re looking for work, some of your expenses will change. You may not commute daily since you won’t need a monthly commuter ticket, but ea
Planning Your Successful Career: 15 Ideas By Etienne Gibbs
"Doing a good job is one of the most important ways to move up the ladder", says Dr. Don Bagin, Professor of Communications at Glassbro State Col
Love What You Do! By Deirdre McEachern
"To love what you do and feel that it matters, how on earth could anything be more fun?" --Katherine GrahamI want to share with you a
Network Now By Helena Bouchez
Have you ever been to a networking event that was awkward, frustrating and nothing more than a business card exchange? In his book
Job Search: Time Management By Virginia Bola, PsyD
There is an old adage that "Looking for a job is harder than working." How true! The rigors of job search are magnified by the turmoil we experie
Job Hunting Tips: Accepting Judgment By Virginia Bola, PsyD
Applying for work is stressful, no matter the circumstances. Even if you are already working, and merely looking to see what else is out there, y
Overwhelmed and Overworked: The Myth of American Productivity By Virginia Bola, PsyD
Employment finally seemed back on track during the first few months of 2004. Politicians crowed that "Our tax cuts are working." Then, without wa
Unemployment Blues: Staying Afloat By Virginia Bola, PsyD
The unemployment checks are running out and there is no potential job in sight. The wolf is knocking at the door and you need to survive.H
Job Hunting Tips: Assessing Personal Value By Virginia Bola, PsyD
A week out of work is a vacation. You can sleep late in the morning, revel in your newly found free time, shop when the stores are empty, and get
Job Hunting Tips: Taking Care of Yourself By Virginia Bola, PsyD
Looking for work is generally a miserable undertaking. No matter how much education and experience you have, you are in a powerless and vulnerabl
Are You Bored By What You Do? By Adrian Savage
Is your working life in the doldrums? Do you feel stuck in a rut? Uncertain about the future? Depressed by what you can see ahead? Still looking
Working with Recruiters: 5 Critical Words for Candidates By William Werksman
As professional recruiters working both retained and contingency search assignments, we spend a significant part of our effort preparing both the
How To Deal With A Nightmare Boss By Adrian Savage
It can happen to anyone. there's a change in the organization and -- suddenly -- you find yourself working for the boss from Hell. Arrogant, dema
3 Reasons To Hire From Outside Your Industry By William Werksman
While at times it may prove comfortable and convenient to hire from within your current industry, often the best candidate for the job comes from
What To Do When HR Calls... By William Werksman
Generally, when you present yourself as a prospective candidate for a new employment opportunity, your information will filter through the Human
About Your Work By Nan S. Russell
I like Simon, one of three judges on American Idol. I find his feedback refreshingly honest. And while his words startle me with their ego woundi
Sweeping Up Worms By Nan S. Russell
With the opening of a new venture and numerous reporters arriving in an hour, it felt like one of those "chickens with heads off" days. We were c
How to Deal With Workplace Inflexibility By Norma Schmidt
You've been a model employee: responsible, industrious, creative and productive. You've gone the extra mile time and again, with a smile.
Seminars: Why Are They Popular, and What Advantages/Disadvantages Are There to Attending One? By Vishal P. Rao
Seminars dealing with "special topics" have actually been around for decades, and are an older form of marketing and information exchanges, that
Offer Letter Limbo By William Werksman
Recently we concluded the placement of a Senior Sales Representative for a publicly traded company. The role was ripe with potential as the compa
"The Big Mo' " : Momentum and the Hiring Process By William Werksman
Momentum as defined by Webster’s is: strength or force gained by motion or through the development of events. For our purposes, the interview pro
Personal Contacts: The Key to Successful Networking By Virginia Bola, PsyD
When the word "networking" is used, we tend to think of upwardly mobile college graduates with a bursting day timer in hand chatting up the compe
The Path of Least Resistance By Nan S. Russell
I spend a bit of time on airplanes. So, I was surprised by what I observed on a regional jet. Yes, it was holiday travel. Yes, the flight was ove
What Everybody Ought To Know About How To Change Their Career or Profession and Still Survive... By Etienne Gibbs
Dr. Denis Waitley, trainer of leaders, including Super Bowl and Olympic athletes, Apollo astronauts, and Fortune 500 executives, is the most list
How To Resign Gracefully By William Werksman
Once a new job has been accepted, you need to consider the timing of your resignation. Since two weeks’ notice is considered the norm, make sure
Avoiding "Tire Kickers" as Job Seekers By William Werksman
With the economy heating up and employment prospects opening up after years of dormancy, it is more critical than ever for employers to understan
Do More than Expected to Get Ahead By Bonnie Lowe
One of the best things you can do to increase your career advancement opportunities where you work is to do more than expected.It's often
Tips for Requesting a Raise By Bonnie Lowe
You probably think you deserve a raise. But does your boss think so?Here's how to go about convincing your boss that you're really worth m
Why You Should Never Complain About Former Bosses By Bonnie Lowe
You're at a job interview. You're doing great, answering questions left and right. You're enthusiastic, upbeat, confident. Then they ask, "Why di
17 Surefire Ways to Annoy Potential Employers By Bonnie Lowe
Despite the President's encouraging words, the job market is still in sorry shape. There are more job seekers than job openings, so do NOT make t
