How to Network Mutually Beneficially

Networking is likely the route to your next job… It’s more personal than applying on a stark job board, and it may help you find out about opportunities that aren’t openly advertised. So is networking a good thing? Definitely. But there are ways to do it properly (and effectively) and ways that are just a [...]

Asking for Career Advice

You don’t have to do this job search alone. There are people and resources that can help you, whether it’s proofreading a cover letter, giving resume advice, writing recommendations, etc.  The tricky part is: those helpful resources are really busy too.  So how can you ask for career advice – and receive it – while [...]

10 Great Books for Career Changers

Give the Gift of Possibility: Wondering what to buy the job hunter on your list, or the retiree looking for what’s next? (Or, do you want advice on what is next for you in your career change?) Consider one of these best selling books:

How Parents can Help Their Kids Job Search

This blog is usually addressed to the jobseeker him/herself, but today we’re going to make a little change and address it to the parents of jobseekers.  Parents, you’re probably wondering how you can help your children find a job in this crazy economy.  Especially if your child is a recent graduate, they may find it [...]

How to Leave Your Job on Good Terms

This blog is designed to help you find a new job. But be careful that you don’t burn any bridges while leaving your old job. Networking is key to a successful job search (and career), so make absolute sure to keep all your relationships on positive terms. Not sure how to leave your current job [...]

3 Uncommon Ways to Find a Job in 2010

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average job search as of November 2009 took 28.5 weeks (over 7 months)! So how do you make your search end in less than 7 months? Kevin Donlin gives us 3 ways to find a job in 2010: Be crystal clear on what you’re looking for. [...]

3 Unemployed Habits to Avoid

Colin Daymude – a CareerRealism expert – compares jobseeking to a diet, and claims that many jobseekers are binging on fast food when they should be adding healthy foods. But how does one avoid the bad habits and consume the good ones? Here are 3 jobseeking habits to avoid: Blabbering about yourself in the interview. [...]