Email is a crucial communication tool, both at work and during job search. Unfortunately, it is all too easy to make a detrimental email mistake that has the potential to kill your career or bring your job search to a halt. Don’t let these happen to you. [Read more…] about How to avoid email problems
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?
Should you really eliminate buzzwords from your profile?
LinkedIn has published their list of most overused words and phrases in members’ LinkedIn Profiles for 2011. The number one most overused buzzword in LinkedIn profiles globally and for professionals based in the United States is “creative.†[Read more…] about Should you really eliminate buzzwords from your profile?
How NOT to write a resume
How often are you assuming too much? It’s something you need to think about when you’re engaged in a job hunt. [Read more…] about How NOT to write a resume
Social Networking for Career Success selected “best in books”
It’s so gratifying to hear from people who enjoy my book. Many have added reviews on Amazon, others tweet about the book, and some write about it on their blogs. It made my day yesterday to learn Social Networking for Career Success was designated a July “Best in Books†by the Calgary Public Library, via a review written by Samantha Schellenberg, Alberta Employment & Immigration Career Development Workshop Facilitator, Designer and Presenter and Director, ChoiceWorks Rehabilitation Solutions Ltd.
Please click through to read the full review. Here are some highlights from Samantha’s post:
“If you are looking for a user-friendly, systematic narrative on how to leverage online tools to grow your professional network, generate job search momentum, manage your online identity or craft your personal brand, then this book is well worth your time…Packed full of relevant sources for readers to explore in depth, this book also offers time saving tips gained from the practical experiences of the author…I consider this book a must-have, big-picture gem for those interested in capturing the best of what the online world has to offer.â€