Advice

What you can do to improve your chances of being hired.

As seen in U.S. News | March 13, 2018

There is age bias in every industry and every profession. Although some managers may avoid hiring older workers due to ignorance or fear of wrinkles, most bias comes from generalizations based on experience in the workplace. Following are two of the most common generalizations and strategies to overcome them.  READ MORE

 

Tips to get ahead without going to the office.

As seen in U.S. News |  Feb. 12, 2018

The ability to work from home is very enticing for many employees. Gaining back the time lost in a commute, being productive in your pajamas and having the freedom from office distractions can be powerful perks. While there are many positives, telecommuting does have its pitfalls. Remote employees can miss out on subtle but strategic opportunities to enhance their careers. Here are four tips to make sure your remote relationship does not impact your professional development.  READ MORE

“Work from home.”
Three words that bring about mixed reactions. When I tell people that I work from home, I often get responses such as “You’re so lucky!” or “Do you actually get any work done?” This is not surprising when you consider that remote work positions have a connotation of casualness. Try googling “work from home memes” and you’re immediately flooded with images joking about working in your pajamas, doubting the fact that any work is getting done, and highlighting the many distractions that a home environment brings.

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Can you get ahead from home? Many employees long to shed the wasted commute hours, frequent small talk interruptions, and often valueless meetings that come with going to an office each day. There is no doubt that working remotely has many perks. However, out of sight can also mean out of mind for corporate professional development and promotions. Here are tips to make sure you don’t miss out on growth opportunities just because you are not in the office.
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Do you feel stuck while others around you are moving into new roles?

If you answered yes, you’re not alone. Not knowing where to start causes significant stress and inaction for most professionals. Don’t let inaction cost you a raise or keep you in a job you don’t love. See below for TIPS on how to get started.   [Read more…] about 6 Things You can do Today to Prepare Yourself for a Career Change

Create a unique and relevant introduction into your professional qualifications.

As seen in U.S. News | Jan. 16, 2018

How do you describe years of work history in three to four sentences in your resume and LinkedIn profile? It is a daunting task that many professionals dread – with good reason. It is a challenge to summarize who you are as a business professional. It is even more daunting when you factor in that the best summaries are written with a specific job in mind so that it is relevant to a future hiring manager. The good news is that there are strategies you can use to simplify the process and increase the effectiveness of your summary. Here are some tips to help.  READ MORE