Why your job search isn’t working in 2025 The job market feels very different than it did just a few years ago. In 2021, companies were desperate to hire. Today, hiring has slowed, competition is higher, and many professionals are staying in jobs they don’t love—it’s what the Wall Street Journal recently called job hugging.…
Resolve to nurture your network How do you know if you need to spend time nurturing your network? If you lost your job tomorrow, do you have at least 20 people you can call to immediately access positions for which you are qualified? If not, then you are letting yourself down and possibly exposing yourself.…
Job searching in the summer Summer may not be the ideal time for conducting a job search, but we’ve got a few tips to help you build momentum and generate interest during the seasonal slowdown: Look for summer networking activities with groups that you don’t otherwise have access to Try breakfast meetings instead of lunch…
Tips on how to find a new job while working full time Are you looking for a new position while already working 40+ hours a week? While much of the search process takes person-to-person contact, there are some pieces that can be automated. Listen in for these quick tips for conducting a passive job search:…
Activities that can lead to a job You’ve already let your family, friends and professional network know you are looking for a job. Now it’s time to expand your reach and gain access to an extended network. You need to get out there, meet new people who are gainfully employed and not already in your…
Removing self-imposed obstacles to your career success The greatest obstacle to getting a job is you. We can all find reasons NOT to accomplish our goals, and it’s easy to blame many of those reasons on someone else. The first thing you need to do is accept responsibility for your situation and then take…
Who is responsible for career development? Career development is an engaged activity and you must be active in your pursuit for a quality career – not just when you’re looking for a job. In fact, it’s even more important when you are not. In this episode we visit some common beliefs about career development and…
‘Tis the season for working the room It’s officially the holiday season, and if you’re unemployed or considering looking for a new position, now is a great time to build your professional and personal networks. Here are some easy tips for making the most of your holiday events: Do your homework Seek out the hosts…
The difference between being busy and being productive during your job search It’s easy to be incredibly busy when you are looking for a job. Job boards will suck the time away – and the life out of you – as you hope for that perfect job to surface (and that you’ll be the only…
Never look for a job again This week we’re bringing you a How To Guide for sliding seamlessly into each new career move. Have you ever wondered how some people just glide through their careers with ease? They never seem to be stuck, they never seem to have a hard time looking for a new…