Writing a cover letter can seem confusing and challenging when it’s a “special situation” or outside the scope of directly applying to a clear-cut advertised position. Let’s look at other types of cover letters to consider in your job search and career management. Cold … [Read more...]
Get hired by telling them your stories
I’ve been sharing ways to sell oneself in a job search, which I believe to be a non-negotiable. There’s a powerful three-step process to help you sell your benefits to those who can help and hire you. In my last post, I shared Step #1: Give them reasons to want you. Step #2 is … [Read more...]
What impression are your emails making?
Despite texting, Twitter, and a growing number of communication options, many still use email to conduct a job search or general business. Here are a few tricks that could help get you noticed – in the right way. Did you know that nearly half of all emails are misinterpreted, … [Read more...]
Is Your Resume Cyber-Savvy?
Part 2 of Passing the Black Hole Test In Part 1 of this three-part series, we explored the three kinds of readers you’ll be targeting when sending your resume out into cyberspace. Our focus is the third type: the computer--internet to database. A resume that looks great on paper … [Read more...]
I’m Over 50 and I Got A Job!
I’m over 50 and I got a job. In fact I had 2 offers to choose from (for the first time in my career). How did I do this? You’re going to love this: “I did what my wife told me to do.” In my case, my wife is a Certified Career Coach and Professional Resume Writer. She wrote … [Read more...]
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Barb has been helping executive and professional clients with their job searches and career management for 30 years. Her global client portfolio has represented all industries, field/positions, and career transition situations; and for the past decade, has extensively included c-level leaders.