Category Archives: Career Tips

Is your resume getting to first base?

Today’s hiring world is certainly not simple. If you haven’t applied to jobs in some time, it’s a different ball game. And speaking of ball games, ever wonder why you apply to openings and hear nothing back? It may be that you’re out before you get to first base. You may be absolutely qualified for…

#3 focus killer on job-search and career management

This is the last of a 3-part series on what I feel are the top three focus killers in job search, career and life management. If you missed the preceding posts on other focus killers – stress and multitasking – here they are. I have too many balls in the air! #3 Focus Killer: You’re…

#2 focus killer on job-search and career management

My last post focused (I guess pun intended) on stress as one of the top killers to focus in your job search, career management – your life! My #2? Multitasking! For sharper focus, do one thing at a time. #2 Focus Killer: You’re multitasking Your brain can only process so many complex tasks before it…

#1 focus killer on job-search and career management

Staying focused in your job search, career or life can be a challenge. If you’re easily distracted, you’re not alone. I believe there are three things that are at the top of the list as focus killers. This post and two to follow are my two cents on recognizing and dealing with them. I don’t…

Try to be Scrooge in your job search

Generations have enjoyed Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol. For many, it’s a reading or theatrical must-do during the holiday season. I remember seeing Kelsey Grammer’s performance as Scrooge at Minneapolis’ Guthrie Theater many, many moons ago. How struck I was with the ease to loathe him – at least through most of the story….