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We hear an awful lot of people say they’ve been networking for a long time, but it’s just not paying off. Lots of conversations, but nothing.

You thought that job was in the bag? Well, someone else got it. One reason people lose jobs at the finish line is because of reference checks.

Do you want to hear a BIG MISTAKE many job hunters make? They say, "I'm putting off MY job hunt until after the holidays.

Your elevator speech isn’t winning you any points. Get rid of it now!

Facing a career setback? Learn how to navigate negative emotions, seek support, and turn challenges into opportunities for future.

Are you thinking of returning to work after being out of the job market for a few years?

A lot of people hate their jobs. There’s no shame in that—as long as you don’t stay any longer than you have to. 

Congratulations! You’ve made it past the initial hurdle and landed a second interview. This is no small feat in today’s competitive job market. 

“Doggone it!” said Mark. “Those S.O.B.’s have been taking advantage of me for far too long! I deserve a raise—NOW!”

At weddings, couples promise “till death do us part.” They have no idea what it will be like to be married ten or twenty years down the road, but hopefully, they have carefully evaluated their spouse-to-be.        

We all have dreams. Some of us are living their dreams and enjoying work to the fullest.

Others are grubbing for money in jobs we detest.

Did you ever wake up on Sunday morning and think, “Argggh! I have to go to work tomorrow”? You utterly despise your job. But though you’ve been feeling this for a long time, you stay put.

Online postings offer the illusion of efficiency. Without ever leaving your desk, you can track down job openings and crank out applications.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has already transformed the way companies recruit and screen job applicants, and now it's changing the way job interviews are conducted.

People who are in job search often say, “I just hate networking! I hate begging for a job.” Maybe you’ve said that yourself a few times?

You’ve been staring at your computer screen for hours, racking your brain. Everybody says you’ve got to have results on your resume, but you just can’t think of any.

Some of us would rather stick needles in our eyes than attend networking events. So, we either stay home, or we go because we know we SHOULD go—just like we know we SHOULD eat brussels sprouts and turnips.

Many employers have a lot of opinions about older workers.

Executive recruiters can be great allies in a job search. However, those who choose to rely on them often find they wasted a lot of time in their job search. 

It’s tempting to take something when it’s free, or you can buy it for practically nothing. This is especially true when you’re out of work.

A man from Glencoe called me about misgivings he was having about the resume he’d received from some online LinkedIn profile writing service. He’d paid a lot! He asked me to view what they’d done and tell him if he’d been scammed.

It was so exciting to see your child walk across the stage wearing a cap and gown, but months have gone by and he/she is still looking for a decent job. What’s going on?

Many of our clients who have been fired say they were totally blindsided. But as they looked back, they realized they shouldn’t have been.

You’re no job hopper. You’ve been a great employee. You’ve worked hard. You’re loyal. Excellent performance. And yet, your resume makes you look like the Easter Bunny. So what do you say When Employers Ask, “Why So Many Jobs?”

For many people, complaining is a favorite pastime. We complain about the traffic, the weather, politicians, and the food we had at the greasy spoon. But don’t do it in job interviews or you risk being seen as a negative person.

You’ve got an interview! Excellent news! But remember, you’ve got to be perceived as the best candidate. Just doing “well” in the interview may not be good enough. Here are eleven things to pay attention to in order to make that happen.

It Cost A Fortune To Put Your Son or Daughter Through College.

But now, you’re worried. You hear the job market is tough and smart kids from great schools are working at Walmart and Starbuck’s.

What do you do when you get rejected from a job you REALLY wanted?

This short article might save you a lot of grief. You might be fired or laid off without warning.