Published by Kim Thompson on May 8, 2022 Employers make decisions about candidates using a variety of filters; some of those are obvious like failing to answer a question or overwhelming the interviewer with too much information. As for the executive candidate, they are more likely to be screened on presence than an impressive background. To ace an …
Published by Kim Thompson on April 16, 2022 Dear Career Rescue:I feel as though my job has taken forever, especially with the response I get when applying for jobs. I have great conversations over the phone with recruiters and employers, but they never get back to me. What could I be doing wrong? CR:It sounds like you …
Published by Kim Thompson on December 1, 2021 I received a question from a reader who has a relative in the midst of a job search and was wanting ideas on gifts that might be helpful to them. I thought she asked a good question and wanted to share the suggestions with you. Going through a job search …
Published by Kim Thompson on January 3, 2022 Habits can often be a double-edged sword: Some are great to keep and others can be your own worst enemy, preventing you from achieving your career dreams. The job search habits to keep in 2022 should be ones that are the most productive. Job searching is built upon layers of …
Published by Kim Thompson on June 8, 2022 About this time of year, people are psyched up for a new beginning, and changing jobs ranks high on their list. Before you set out to start a job search here are the top three questions that candidates have concerning their resumes. Should my resume be one page or two …
Published by Kim Thompson on July 1, 2022 Thanking an interviewer for their time is a common courtesy and most likely will send a good impression if the letter is written well. Most interviewers expect some form of a thank-you letter and tend to mentally check the box when they receive one as a sign of professional protocol. …
Published by Kim Thompson on July 15, 2022 Dealing with change is a big subject in your career, and how you approach it affects your results. Career change usually happens in a couple of ways: unexpected and planned. Naturally, planned changes make you feel more in control when deciding to pursue a different career path or share your …
Published by Kim Thompson on July 20, 2022 Getting an interview is one thing. Going on a panel interview is another. In either case, it’s a compliment to you to be invited for an interview. Yet facing a panel of potential colleagues and bosses can be somewhat stressful for most people. The key to success is understanding …
Published by Kim Thompson on March 12, 2022 If you ever found yourself having difficulty getting things done at work or following a colleague whom you deem toss knowledgeable than you – then you might be the firstborn in your family. Your birth order gives you a unique view of the world and often influences how you interact …
Published by Kim Thompson on March 12, 2022 It would be great if you had warning lights or a siren to notify you of an impending interview disaster. Unfortunately, there are no blinking lights telling you to take a new direction when things appear awkward during an interview. There are warning signs but you must look for them …
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