Being a partner to someone who is frequently relocated isn’t easy — especially with spouses that have jobs that require licenses that don’t always transfer across state lines. When your partner gets relocated, the entire family has to make arrangements for school, work, and everything else. While their company takes care of the employee, the spouse
Working for a non-profit organization can be incredibly rewarding, but that doesn’t mean your career progression should take a back seat. While many people are willing to accept a lower salary or fewer benefits in exchange for working for a cause they’re truly passionate about, there’s no reason why you can’t continue your climb up
Do you think age discrimination is affecting your job search? Do you feel like you are losing out to the competition because you’re older? If so, you’re not alone in this thinking, and I’m going to share with you some information that’s going to help you overcome this challenge. I have been getting a ton
Making the decision to start out as a freelancer or professional contractor can be one of the most exciting periods of your life. It’s a turning point for many people that signifies years of hard work and hustle finally paying off. After all, who doesn’t want to be their own boss and the master of
(NOTE: This message is laced with sarcasm to prove a point. Reader beware and enter at your own risk.) One of my mentors taught me a very valuable lesson the hard way. He told me I had great ideas, and my sales approach was crap. He even sent me to “Sales Training” to get better
Did you know that there are interview questions that might seem legitimate but are actually illegal? While there are some that are clearly inappropriate, not all of them are so obvious. Don’t overlook the different types of illegal interview questions! Here are a few types of illegal interview questions you should watch out for during
However, the reason most employers conduct panel interviews isn’t to intimidate you; rather, it’s a time-saving way to meet with people that will likely interact with you in the new job, and gather their impressions all at once. So, when you stride into a panel or group interview, remember that the team is there to
Being fired, laid off, or let go can be a very emotionally taxing and frustrating experience. Your self-confidence is wavering, you’re not sure what you’re going to do next, and you’re not sure how you’re ever going to bounce back (especially if you’re late in your career). If you’re currently unemployed after a layoff, this
Had a call for a group or panel interview recently? While you might be thrilled to make it to this stage of the hiring process, the mere thought of fielding not one but a whole team of interviewers can be enough to put your stomach in knots. However, the reason most employers conduct panel interviews
What is the most important thing about verbal communication? Actually communicating! Most people associate the two components of verbal communication with talking and listening. Successful verbal communication is when both parties have the opportunity to speak and exchange information. Some of the important verbal communication skills are the same as written communication skills (and you
