Some good thoughts on how to be honest and positive in interviews, even with negative information… Humblebragging is notoriously obnoxious. But sometimes, it feels necessary. For example, in a job interview, we’re often told to answer the dreaded “what’s your biggest weakness” question with something sly, like, “I’m too much of a perfectionist.” People see…
This is a nice article about making career choices. There are infinite possibilities and opportunities, no matter how good or bad the choice seems. I recently received a call from a distressed former graduate assistant who was working in a new full-time job. In a downtrodden voice she told me, “I made a huge mistake…
This is a very good article about digging deeper in the interview process. Be ready for the answers you need to provide substance and meaning from your experience. Good read – enjoy, Whether you are looking to hire someone, decide whether to trust someone, or enter a business partnership, the better you are at judging…
Here’s and interesting approach to interview preparation. What I like is that it helps a job applicant refine their personal story and use concise wording to communicate their background and goals. The process of writing your own letter of recommendation could actually help you gain clarity on your strengths and how they apply to your…
We don’t normally post job openings on our blog, but it’s great to see how the most famous household (palace) operates. Enjoy, A new vacancy in Buckingham Palace has cropped up. The Queen is looking for a footman/trainee butler, who will live and work in the royal residency and have all their meals provided for…
The Royal Household is Hiring… Buckingham Palace has posted a job listing (shockingly, not on Craigslist) for its Royal Mews branch, which handles everything from cars to carriage horses. Here’s what you’re in for: As chauffeur you will work as part of a busy and supportive team tasked with driving members of the Royal Family,…
Here’s a great look at some interview perspectives directly from CEO’s. Thanks to Bonnie Low-Kramen for finding this one. For most positions, it’s unlikely that you’ll actually be interviewing with the CEO or president of a company. But, in case you ever do have a one-on-one with the big boss—or are meeting with someone who…
Here’s a great article about having balance at work. Remember your employers are people who will understand doing things the right way, and also many of them are great employers outside of the home. Don’t kill yourself by working in an unhealthy way. Back in the old days there were working hours. You went to…
There’s just no excuse for any mistakes in a resume these days. Computers and internet advice should inform the way to a near perfect presentation every time. If you are not sure, hire someone to help. I’ve sent out hundreds of resumes over my career, applying for just about every kind of job. I’ve personally…
This is an excellent resource for working on your resume. Try out different templates and looks to set yourself apart from the crowd. A good resume can land you that job interview, so you want to stand out. If formatting a resume isn’t your thing, Hloom has 275 free Microsoft Word templates to download. The…