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Beware! Resume Scams Are Common
We got a call from a man who asked if he had been ripped off by a resume company he'd found on the Internet. They'd charged him $800 to write his resume.
Jul 18, 2016 by
Can't Find "Results" For Your Resume & LinkedIn?
You’ve been staring at your computer screen for hours, racking your brain. Everybody says you’ve got to have results, but you just can’t think of any. Don't feel bad. This is very common--even with many very accomplished people.
Jul 11, 2016 by
Trash Your Boring Elevator Speech--Today!
Trash your elevator speech! Do it today! Sure, everyone says you need a 30- or 60-second elevator speech if you're job hunting or promoting yourself. But chances are, you're boring them to tears.
Apr 29, 2016 by
Salary Negotiations: Two Powerful/Expensive Words
In salary negotiations, two words can mean a difference of thousands of dollars. One of the words won't be found in the dictionary, but it will put money in the bank almost every time. The other word can be very expensive.
Apr 24, 2016 by
Is Your Career Stagnant? 8 Ways to Get Moving
You were very happy when you landed this job a while back, but now you're feeling: Bored. Uninspired. Hungry for more. Trapped. Underpaid. Underappreciated. Stuck. Just waiting and hoping for a better job won't cut it. You need a plan.
Apr 11, 2016 by
How to Get Hired Even If you're "Too Old"
These days, employers tend to hire young and cheap. They have a lot of opinions about older workers. Too expensive. Out of touch. Hard to work with. So what do you do if you find yourself "too old" to get a job?
Mar 17, 2016 by
This Mistake Added Weeks To My Job Search!
I've seen a lot of job hunters act like the hare in Aesop's fable. They work really hard on their job campaign until they have a good interview or two. Then, they commit a very expensive mistake.
Mar 4, 2016 by
I Just Blew Thousands on Free Career Services
Free services? It sounds so very tempting-especially when you're out of work. If you can get something for free, why pay for it? Right?
Feb 15, 2016 by
JARGON! Running wild & killing your job hunt
Jargon is on the loose. Is it killing your job search? For some reason, many people who are looking for work lapse into job-hunting jargon, using words they never use in normal conversation.
Jan 26, 2016 by
Why have you been out of work so long?
This question could destroy you in your job interviews. you've been dreading it, hoping maybe they will overlook that yawning gap in your resume. But they probably won't. Chances are good that they will ask, "Why have you been out of work so long?"
Jan 20, 2016 by
Your Job Search: Is Age Discrimination The Real Problem?
Certainly, age discrimination is very real and rampant in today's job market. Yet, there are many other things that can be keeping you from being interviewed. If you're not getting interviews, here are a few other things that might be hurting you.
Dec 14, 2015 by
Nail Down That Job This Holiday Season
Far too many job hunters believe there's no point in doing much during the holidays. After all, people are celebrating, not hiring. Big mistake. They waste precious time and miss opportunities. Make this holiday season pay off in your search.
Dec 1, 2015 by
11 Ways To Blow Your Next Job Interview
The employer has contacted you for an interview. Fabulous! But you need to be on top of your game and nail the interview. Being second or third best gets you nothing. Here are eleven things to pay at things to pay attention to make that happen.
Nov 20, 2015 by
The Little-Known Secret to Nailing Job Interviews
Another job interview. Though you've spent a lot of time practicing your answers, you're going to be put on the spot and you will be judged. It's painful. A short while later, you find that you just blew another interview. So what can you do differently?
Oct 19, 2015 by
Eight Ways To Sabotage Job Interviews
you've heard the obvious job interview advice: Don't be late, dress appropriately, and Don't curse your former employer. you've been around the block-you know this stuff. So how else might you sabotage your interviews? Here are eight ways
Oct 12, 2015 by
Is Negotiating the Offer Too Risky?
The boss just made an offer. You want more money--and you deserve it--but you can't afford to risk losing this offer by negotiating. Learn the "lock down" maneuver to keep the job safe.
Sep 11, 2015 by
Job Interviewing: Why Do You Want to Work Here?
Why do you want to work here? It's a common question in the job interview and most people Don't get it right. This is partly because it's an odd question. The employer is speaking in code. She isn't asking what she really wants to know.
Aug 5, 2015 by
An Expensive College Degree-And No Job
It Cost A Fortune To Put Your Son or Daughter Through College.
But now, you're worried. You hear about smart kids from great schools working at Walmart and Starbuck's. They can't seem to find a decent job. So far, your grad hasn't done any bet
Jul 29, 2015 by
Do You Dread Networking Events? How Not To
Are networking events excruciating?
--Do you avoid them?
--Do you stand in a corner, nursing your drink?
--Or stake yourself to the snack table, eating out of nervousness?
Believe it or not, you can actually make them enjoyable.
--Do you avoid them?
--Do you stand in a corner, nursing your drink?
--Or stake yourself to the snack table, eating out of nervousness?
Believe it or not, you can actually make them enjoyable.
Jul 27, 2015 by
Depression & Unemployment--Beat It Before It Beats You
Depression is a major hazard when you're out of work. A while ago, a client just disappeared. We left many voice mails and emails. We weren't sure if he was alive. Finally, he called and said he was severely depressed. Please Don't let this happen to you.
Jul 21, 2015 by
When Interviewers Ask The Dreaded Question
you're hoping the interviewers won't ask, but they probably will. So, why were you FIRED? What about this GAP in your resume? Handling the questions you Don't want to talk about is life or death in an interview.
Jun 22, 2015 by
Don't Blow the First Interview Question
Don't screw this one up. It's often the first question in a job interview and it sets the tone for the entire interview. How you answer can set you on a path to either boring or engaging the employer.
Jun 1, 2015 by
Beware of the Dreaded Salary Questions
Nothing knocks you out of an interview faster than mishandling the salary question. The key to success is coming from a place of confidence: it won't be an issue if you're right for the job.
Mar 23, 2015 by
Knocking Age Discrimination Out Cold
Over 50? Employers ARE discriminating against people like you because of your age. It's a fact. We've developed a powerful tool that has helped clients knock age discrimination out cold--and to overcome other obstacles to career advancement as well.
Jan 30, 2015 by
Why NOT To Write Your Own Resume & When You SHOULD
We often write our resumes when we're not feeling good about ourselves. The boss has been abusing us for months, we might get fired, we've been tossed in the corporate garbage heap. we're feeling pretty beaten up. It's hard to write well about yourself...
Jan 27, 2015 by
Bold Moves: A Life & Career-Changing Workshop--Feb. 21st
Bold Moves Career Workshop: What holds you back in your career--Really? Find out--and do something about it Feb 21st. A powerful group experience that propels people toward achieving their goals. Stop putting up with less than you want.
Jan 23, 2015 by
LinkedIn Jail: How to Avoid It & How To Get Out
LinkedIn jail, or "restricted account," is LinkedIn disciplining you. They Don't you to annoy people by getting invitations from everybody on Earth. A restricted account means you can't invite someone unless you have their email address.
Jan 16, 2015 by
Should I Negotiate in a Tough Economy?
Can I negotiate in this economy? I really need this job, so shouldn't I accept a sure thing rather than risk losing it by negotiating? It's a double bind: you lose money if you Don't negotiate, but risk losing the job if you do. What to do?
Dec 29, 2014 by
Age Discrimination--Made WORSE by Neglecting Job Search Fundamentals
A number of readers responded to my post about the very real issue of age discrimination. Many were neglecting the fundamentals. This will kill job campaigns--no matter how old you are.
Nov 18, 2014 by
Age Discrimination--Made WORSE by Neglecting Job Search Fundamentals
A number of readers responded to my recent post about age discrimination. I found many of them are neglecting job search fundamentals. This will kill your job search, no matter how old you are.
Nov 18, 2014 by
How to Survive Dangerous Job Interview Questions
John finally got an interview with a great company, was doing well in the interview, but then blew it in an instant. Too bad. Up till then, he'd done everything right. However, he neglected to prepare for one tough question.
Oct 3, 2014 by
Interviewing: Nail the Tell Me About Yourself Question
Don't screw this one up. It's often the first question in a job interview and it sets the tone for the entire interview. You can either bore or engage the employer.
Aug 18, 2014 by
Confronting Age Discrimination in Job Interviews
Savvy employers will not raise age issues during job interviews to avoid discrimination lawsuits, yet, age issues are the elephants in the room. Employers sure are thinking about them.
Aug 5, 2014 by
Does Your Online Reputation Need a Cleanup?
Only seven percent of Americans believe their online reputation will affect their job search, but seventy percent of US recruiters have rejected candidates based on their online reputation. Do you know what information about YOU is online?
Jul 29, 2014 by
When Employers Ask, "Why So Many Jobs?"
Bad enough that employers threw you out on the street. Maybe the full time job has eluded you for a while. You've done no wrong, but now potential employers rub salt in your wounds, asking "Why have you had so many jobs?" What do you
Jul 8, 2014 by
Interviewing: How to Nail the Tell Me About Yourself Question
Jun 19, 2014 by
Six Expensive Job Search Blunders College Grads Make
After spending over six figures sending your child to college, you might be feeling concerned about the tough job market. It's not a friendly place for most people these days, but especially hard on those who Don't know what they want-or how to get it.
Jun 17, 2014 by
Beware of Resume Scams!
A man called to ask if he had been ripped off by a company that charged him $800 for a resume. He emailed me the resume and cover letter, and they were terrible. A quick Google search turned up dozens of complaints about this company.
Jun 5, 2014 by
Tell the Truth--Without Blowing the Job Interview
Most of us have something in our past that we'd rather not discuss in job interviews. How we handle this may mean the difference between getting hired and getting the rejection note. What do you do?
May 13, 2014 by
Keep Salary Issues From Derailing Your Job Search
Jan 6, 2014 by
8 Ways You May Be Sabotaging Your Job Interviews
Nov 8, 2013 by
Neglect This--And Lose That Job
Oct 2, 2013 by
Don't Send That Resume! FREE WEBINAR WED AUG 13
Aug 13, 2013 by
Streetwise Guide to Job Interviewing: Monday May 20 Live workshop
May 3, 2013 by
TheLadders sued for multiple scams
Mar 14, 2013 by
Don't Send that Resume--Free Webinar Mon March 4
Mar 1, 2013 by
Four Reasons NOT to let someone distribute your resume
Feb 28, 2013 by
Six Things To Do To Get Hired This Holiday Season
Nov 27, 2012 by
Beware of Resume Scams!
Nov 26, 2012 by
Beware of Resume Scams!
Before you pay for resume services, find out if they are scams first.
Nov 26, 2012 by
Don't Send That Resume!
Nov 8, 2012 by
BIG MISTAKE: Job Search Centered on Postings
Jul 19, 2012 by
Illegal Interview Questions--What Do I Do?
Jun 16, 2012 by
Six Blunders That Kill College Grads' Job Searches
May 10, 2012 by
Five (bad) reasons to stay in a job you despise
May 1, 2012 by
BEFORE YOU LOSE YOUR JOB...!
Mar 22, 2012 by
Beat Your Depression - Before It Beats You
Out of work? It's easy to get depressed. You're rejected by employers. You've lost comaraderie, structure, sense of purpose, status, and of course, income. Depression can be debilitating and even life-threatening, so beat it before it beats