Reject Me! Reject Me!
- 03.31.10
- Attitude, Pitfalls, Resume/Interview Strategy
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Those with job searches spilling into months and years need to guard against the tendency to invite rejection. Sounds nuts, but trust me it happens. It’s an easy habit to start offering up to employers and networking contacts all of the reasons you aren’t a fit for something. I’ve met many candidates who have endured […]
Horror Show Job Search?
Living in Michigan, the hardest hit state in terms of unemployment, encountering job seekers in scary situations is a daily experience. Many feel like unwitting participants in a horror show. Their normal days of going to work, paying their bills and taking care of their families’ needs were rudely interrupted by a faceless monster’s sudden […]
Maybe If Your Job Involved Karaoke?
- 02.24.10
- Attitude, Pitfalls, Selling Yourself
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There are few things you can do in this world where people cheer you on and ask for more when you perform badly. Karaoke is about all I can think of at the moment. And it’s hard to say if that would still be the case if those doing the clapping had to pay the […]
Sob Stories
- 02.05.10
- Attitude, Pitfalls
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Sob stories are problematic. When I find myself on the receiving end of one there is often the sense the individual spinning the tale believes he or she is the only person to have experienced some sort of obstacle or set back in life. Solutions and suggestions of how to look at the experience in […]
5 Little Monkeys
My kids love the song, “Five Little Monkeys.” Even if you don’t have kids, you’ve likely heard it at some point in your life. It’s a counting song. You start with five little monkeys jumping on the bed. One falls off and bumps his head. Mama calls the doctor and the doctor says, “no more […]
Stop Looking For What You Lost
- 11.02.09
- Attitude, Lead Generation, Pitfalls, Selling Yourself
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There are several documentaries running right now showcasing individuals struggling to find work in this economic mess. It doesn’t go unnoticed many are in the 50+ crowd. To their credit, they are shown at various networking functions and support groups. Getting out of the house is a big step. Still, I find myself frustrated and […]
It’s Like The ‘F’ Word
- 10.22.09
- Attitude, Pitfalls
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My husband says the ‘F’ word. A lot. He doesn’t realize how often that little monster of a word works its way into his conversations. He is desensitized to the word from years of working around military personnel with a flair for colorful metaphors. If you asked my husband, he’d tell you he is good […]
Bart Simpson University
At the risk of sounding like a Bart Simpson groupie, I have to tell you about my favorite episode of “The Simpsons.” Of course, I’ve only seen three or four. Here goes. The show begins with Bart’s sister Lisa trying to come up with a science project for a school report. She decides on a […]
Mulligan Stew Job Descriptions
- 08.31.09
- Pitfalls, Resume/Interview Strategy, Selling Yourself
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There’s been an increase of what I like to call Mulligan Stew job descriptions. If you aren’t familiar with Mulligan Stew, it’s essentially a meal made from all sorts of things thrown together. In cooking, the outcome can be delicious. When it comes to job descriptions, mixing a whole bunch of random responsibilities together can […]
No Smoking Policy
Do you have a no smoking policy with friends, family members, colleagues and mentors? This has nothing to do with nicotine sticks. The no smoking policy I’m referring to is an agreement no smoke will be blown when giving you constructive feedback. When looking for a job, you need the people in your life’s circle […]