Career and Recruiting Insights
Fresh perspectives on all things career building
My Favorite Six Letter Word
A six-letter word that leans toward the positive. How do you accept change? How do you embrace the change? How do you not fight it and move towards it? A lot to consider and take in. But the moment you accept it, is the moment you can move on. Now, consider how you want to change your career. Do you know how? Do you want to? Do you have to?
5 Reasons Why Interviewers “Ghost” Applicants
When you are interviewing, you only see what is in front of you, not behind the scenes. Most interviewers & employers do not intend to ghost you, nor do they really want to. They just don’t know how not to! Here are the top 5 reasons why interviewers fail to respond to applicants…
13 Of The Best Interview Questions (and eight best practices)
Employers, do you know how to interview well? With over 20 years as a National Professional Recruiter, I have plenty of good (and bad) interview stories. Here are 13 of the best interview questions, and eight best practices to apply during your next interview.
The Value Of Consistency
In life, we get messy, we get lost and we get busy. Writing down your thoughts (and more!) is just one way of showing how consistency in your life can help you feel the balance that I bet you’re looking for. We all need a bit more balance in our lives.
How Not To Answer Interview Questions
If you dislike answering questions you have no idea how to answer, you’re not alone. If you dislike being asked questions that seem ambiguous, you’re not alone. If you would prefer that the interviewer just ask you questions you know how to answer, well then read more here…
14 Things You Need To Know When Searching For A New Career
There are a few non-negotiables that you must work out before entering into an interview. Here are 14 key points you need to know before stepping foot in the conference room (virtual or otherwise).
10 Questions To Ask Yourself If You’re Considering A Career Change
I still ask myself these hard-hitting questions and if I come to dead-end, I know I need to find the answers….Getting to know yourself before presenting yourself to others, a new company, or searching for a new career is a must. If you don’t know what you can offer a new company than you have no business offering yourself to them.
Career Insights From A Toy…
Not getting the job you thought you wanted and/or accepting a job that you thought was ideal, but turns out it sucks, is just part of your learning. It’s part of wobbling; you never fall, you just learn more about yourself and what you want and don’t want. Your career search, your accepting of a new job comes with all sorts of decision making, learning and changing. It doesn’t mean you fell. It means you just get to wobble till you find the role that allows you …
Trusting Yourself Is Your Secret Weapon
Interviewing doesn’t have to suck. Trusting yourself will build your confidence and naturally showcase your exceptional abilities.