How To Build A Consistent Personal Brand

For so many people, it seems like an insane idea to have a personal brand. The truth is, we all already have one. It might not be formal or something we think about all the time, but it is there. So, it’s time we start really defining what it means, and how to display it consistently across the web and in real life.

The Power Of Persistence In Your Career

There is a framed photo on my desk of a runner out for a run in a beautiful field with mountainous views. The photo says, “Persistence – The race goes not only to the swift but to those who keep running.”

Networking Events Not Your Thing? Try This!

As a career coach, I meet plenty of less-than enthusiastic networkers. You know… people who drag themselves to a monthly job seekers support group or dread the thought of networking events. If in-person networking is more of a chore than a welcome chance to make new connections, then perhaps you’d be better served by changing your approach.

What’s All The ‘Hype’ About Life Mission?

I recently met a man at a networking event for job seekers who introduced himself to the group by saying his name and then adding, “I am not sure what I am looking for… but I am looking for something… I think.” I was intrigued by his lack of clarity, so after the meeting, I engaged him in a conversation.

3 Steps To A Resume That Gets Results

Writing a winning resume is more than putting a few well worded lines on paper. It’s more than turning a phrase to spin experience in a certain direction. It’s about more than simply getting the reader’s attention.

Here’s What You Say When An Interviewer Says, ‘Tell Me About Yourself’

You put on a smile and a happy face pretending like you’re having a conversation with your best friend, all the while participating in a process that could determine rather or not you get to eat, buy clothes, and keep a roof over your head.

6 Basic Tips On Resume Writing From A Professional Resume Writer

Resume writing isn’t for everyone. In many instances, it may be hard to put an objective view on your own experience and skills. When that happens, you lack insight on what information to customize and highlight on your resume so that it’s most appealing to the potential employer.