Booster & Drainers By Nan S. Russell

Like huge anchors on cruise ships, other people can hold you down. Not

Using Your Whine Factor By Nan S. Russell

Brian's work was exceptional. Still, as his boss, I rarely offered him

What is Experience Anyway? By Nan S. Russell

I learned in first grade that one plus one equals two. But, that's not

Shades of Grey By Nan S. Russell

A paperweight sits on my desk, etched in silver the message: Life

Dress For Success By Fran Watson

You have heard the phrase, “Dress for Success.” This is very important in your job search. First impressions can make or break an interview, so p

The 5 P's Of A Job Search By Fran Watson

Step One - Plan:Most people spend more time planning a one to two week vacation than they do planning their lifetime care

Creating a Feng Shui Power Office: 6 Easy Tips to More Successful Surroundings By Kathryn Weber

More and more people are looking to gain an edge in their working environments. One method that business people are increasingly turning to is f

The Changing Values Landscape of the U.S. and How It Impacts Midlife Job Searchers By Cheryl Lynch Simpson

Imagine a huge river that has been flowing for centuries: See the thick underbrush that has grown up on either edge of the river’s expansive

The Changing Values Landscape of the U.S. and How It Impacts Midlife Job Searchers, Part Two By Cheryl Lynch Simpson

The values landscape of our nation is changing, and with it your personal values landscape is changing as well. What does this mean and what doe

Creating Your Own Luck By Nan S. Russell

Losing my job in the last recession of the last century, I discovered

American Idol Syndrome By Nan S. Russell

I like Simon, one of three judges on American Idol. I find his feedbac

Any Job is an Honorable Job By Teresa Proudlove

Seeing your job as an honorable job, adds more meaning and peace to your life. Also, seeing the honor in what you do now, creates an ideal founda

The Perfect Resume By Cheryl Lynch Simpson

The perfect resume presents hiring managers with a four-fold vision of who you are and what you bring to the table: The perfe

Success at Work : People Skills : Networking By Stephen Bucaro

Getting along with your co-workers is critical to yourhappiness and success at work. You may find yourselfspending more time with your co

Loving What You Do By Altaf Merchant

Man is a social animal and survival is his major need. There are needs that he needs be fulfill. The needs can be physical, mental, emotional and

What Turns Potential Employers ON; What Turns Them OFF? By Bonnie Lowe

According to an annual survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, these are the most important qualities that employ

Six Factors That Can Cost You the Interview/Job By Bonnie Lowe

Most job seekers know that an unprofessional appearance will count against them at an interview. Here are six MORE factors that can help you rema

Your Goals Must Be Within Your Reach By Don Monteith

FIRST STEP -- Set short-term, incremental goals. Work up to larger pl

Defining Success Your Way! By Ann Ronan, Ph.D.

In my career advising practice, I often find that my clients are not clear about what success means for them. Our society defines success primar

Job Interviews & the Magic of Music By Bonnie Lowe

Can music help you with your next job interview? It just might! Here's how. First, it can help you during your research, prep

When and How to Say "I Just Can't Do It!" By Bonnie Lowe

We naturally hesitate to tell our boss when we can't do something or are feeling overwhelmed in our job. Bosses don't want to hear that, right? W

"Hey, You Can't Ask Me That!" (How to Respond to Inappropriate Job Interview Questions) By Bonnie Lowe

I received the following questions from a visitor to my website recently: "How should I respond to inappropriate questions such as: (1) Do you ha

Top 10 Tips for Career Advancement By Bonnie Lowe

Here's a list of the top 10 tips you can use to advance your career: 1. Don't be afraid to say "I don't know." If you d

How to Overcome Being "Overqualified" By Bonnie Lowe

Have you ever gone through the interview process, felt confident that you'd performed extremely well, and then heard these dreadful words: "I'm

The Background on Background Checks By Bonnie Lowe

In one of my past lives I held a Top Secret clearance as a Civil Service employee working for the Air Force. So I am familiar with background che

Are Your References Ready? By Bonnie Lowe

One of the most common forms of background check performed by companies hiring new employees is the reference check. They typically request that

Four Important Questions to Ask Your Interviewer; Do You Really Want to Work for This Person? By Bonnie Lowe

Many job seekers miss a golden opportunity when they are asked towards the end of an interview if they have any questions. If they feel the inter

Five Powerful Tips for Interns By Bonnie Lowe

Interning is about more than earning money during summer break. It's a wonderful way to gain work experience and lay the foundation for your fut

What To Do When Your Boss Is a Butthead By Bonnie Lowe

I've never worked for a boss I didn't like or respect. Sure, some were better than others, but I never considered quitting my job because of a b

No Experience? No Problem! By Bonnie Lowe

Are you a new graduate with little or no work experience? Sometimes it can be tough to get a job without experience, and how do you get more exp