The conventions are over, but the political banter won’t end for months. Presidential elections stir up a lot of emotions, whether you side with the “red,” the “blue” or if you consider yourself somewhere in the middle. If you’re fired up, it’s natural that you may want to talk politics at work. However, you should beware, because sharing your opinions at work may get you fired. [Read more…] about How to get fired? Discuss your political opinions at work
Learn how to network for your job hunt with our new book
It’s nearing the official “birthday” of the new book I wrote with Laura Labovich –Â 100 Conversations for Career Success: Learn to Network, Cold Call, and Tweet Your Way to Your Dream Job is now available in bookstores and online. We have a special offer! [Read more…] about Learn how to network for your job hunt with our new book
Need help learning how to network?
Professional networking is a crucial element of a successful job search, especially for tech-savvy Generation Y job seekers. However, many students and recent grads believe that they don’t yet have any valuable contacts to add to their network – one of the many myths we will dispel during this #MWchat. [Read more…] about Need help learning how to network?
How to find a job over 50?
I am over 50, and just got laid off after working in the same place for 15 years. How should I approach prospective employers and deal with the age issue? I have a lot of experience, but the age thing seems like a big deal. [Read more…] about How to find a job over 50?
How to win at the interview
Do you win a blue ribbon at your interviews? John Kalusa is a nationally recognized writer who speaks about corporate sales, recruiting, and personal career management. With over 25 years of experience as a strategic recruiting, human resources, and sales and marketing management leader in start-ups and Fortune 250 companies. [Read more…] about How to win at the interview