Whether you’re considering a new job or just want to stay marketable, I would recommend taking a look at Dan Schawbel’s boook, Me 2.0. Check it out here. The old way to change jobs and advance your career doesn’t work anymore. I like Schawbel’s ideas. Make a video. Post to a blog. Get known for […]
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Check out this anti-corporate blog
If you’re frustrated with corporate life check this one out: http://myhellisotherpeople.com/ The language is a little strong but the content will resonate for many of you! I don’t know the author and get nothing for this recommendation.
Volunteering for Career Change
If you’re considering a career change, your career counselor or coach may encourage you to take a volunteer position in your new industry. Alternatively, you may be encouraged to take up volunteer work when you’re between jobs, as a way to update your resume. (1) Non-profit organizations often have a history of transitioning volunteers to […]
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Career Books: Harvard Business Review Career Book My link to Amazon This unassuming book actually packs a solid punch. The book promises to help executives guide careers through turbulent times. Articles are taken from the fabled Harvard Business Review and all are useful. Most career changers will benefit from the article on how to be […]
Government moving backwards on jobs and job creation
I try to stay out of politics, but this article caught my attention. Don’t be misled by the title: it’s not an anti-Obama diatribe but actually a good analysis of health care for small businesses. See http://bit.ly/aQOGEX Why should you care? Many years ago I read an excellent book that should be required reading for […]
Your job interview: Weird questions or insightful strategy?
Forbes Magazine just published an article about “weird” questions you might get asked at a job interview. You can read the article here. The gist of the article is that most interviewers want to ask good questions. They create these questions to give you a chance to show your personality. So if you are asked, […]