Why do we work? It seems like a simple question. However, there is more to it because we have different motivations.
Category: Job and Career Advice
Great Resume Resources – and Top Five Resume Mistakes
Writing an effective resume can be challenging. There are great resources to help you communicate your capabilities and experience.
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Three Tips for Managing Stress on the Job
Stress. We have all experienced at least some level of stress in our lives, whether it be financial, health, work or in our relationships. Today I will share three tips for dealing with work-related stress.
Three Challenges – and Possible Solutions – in a Multi-Generational Workplace
For the first time in our history, there are five generations in the workplace. While every person is unique, we see generational differences in how we conduct business and communicate, differences that can present challenges in the workplace. Let’s explore three today.
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Advice for Experienced Workers
Whether you are a Baby Boomer or from Generation X, the workplace is much different from the beginning of your career. This week, I offer advice for those of us who fall into the seasoned worker category.
Advice for People Beginning Careers
If you are beginning your career, I’d like to offer some advice to consider as you advance. Let’s get started!
Five Tips for Addressing Conflicts on the Job
Conflict may arise in the workplace just like in our personal lives. How we deal with them is important. This week I will share five tips for addressing conflict.
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Tips To Keep Your Resume Fresh
Times change. Today’s best practices will be replaced by new ones tomorrow. Not keeping up with current practices can create a negative impression. You can learn more about effective resumes with Indeed + Goodwill® at this site. Today let’s explore how to ensure your resume positions you to compete for the job you want.
Why? The best – and worst – question
Of all the questions we ask or are asked of us, the “why” question is potentially the best or most challenging. Whether in an interview or engaged in everyday conversation, consider a different way of wording questions. Let’s explore.
Five Tips for Better Time Management
Some days feel like they are 30 hours long. Other times, we feel like we need 30 hours to get everything accomplished. Here are five tips to help you improve your time management skills.
Three Changes to the Job Search – Not Counting Technology
Technology has changed our lives in many ways, including how we conduct a job search. I have witnessed a number of recruiting and job coaching changes in my 30+ year career.
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5 Tips for Networking at Social Events
Networking and growing your social network can help your chances of being hired, but I hear a few common challenges people have in social settings.
