Category Archives: Job Search
Personal Brand
In a recent workshop, college students were learning about the concept of one’s “Personal Brand”. This is not to mean they should view themselves as a product like TIDE or a service such as the one provided by UPS. Rather … Continue reading
Go Where Your Eyes Are
When I was 14, I tried out for the high school football team. Since I was one of the larger kids (and slower), the coaching staff determined I should be a lineman. When they asked me which classes I was … Continue reading
Passed Over for an Internal Job: Should You Tell Your Boss
Two years ago, I penned some thoughts about career options if individuals find themselves passed over for a promotion/internal job at their current employer. Yesterday, I wrote about how to interact with the new boss if one should decide to … Continue reading
Passed Over for an Internal Job: Follow-Up
Almost two years ago, I penned some thoughts about being passed over for a promotion opportunity when you are the internal candidate. This single post has generated significant feedback and spurred additional questions – some of which I hope to … Continue reading
Interviewing: Be Memorable
In a typical interview process, it is common for an organization to receive hundreds of applicants, phone screen 10-20 individuals, and hold face-to-face interviews with upwards for 5 or 6 candidates. On-campus interviewing can provide even greater numbers as companies … Continue reading
Early or Late – Where to Invest Your Time?
I met with a client the other day to discuss his employment prospects . At the meeting I discovered he is applying to everything that is posted on his campus job board. He applies by firing off a cover letter … Continue reading
