What do You Want to BE when you Grow Up? Kids get asked that all the time. I remember getting asked that question in 8th grade (a million years ago!). My parents and most of my family members were teachers. I knew I didn’t want to do that. But what else was there beyond the familiar family … [Read more...]
7 Tips for a Successful Networking Experience
Solving the career or job search networking puzzle can be daunting, but not with these 7 networking tips. Last night I attended a network event for our local Financial Executive Networking Group chapter. I was tired but I went anyway. Networking events can be intimidating, especially for shy … [Read more...]
Express Your Personal Brand in Photos
Do you use Photos to Express your Personal Brand? Mark got a job!!! A wonderful job that was exactly what he wanted. He said the background photo he chose for his LinkedIn profile made the difference in separating him from all the other candidates. Mark added a background photo of his son playing … [Read more...]
How to Deal with Age Differences in the Workplace
Surveys by Office Team Staffing report that 82% are comfortable reporting to a boss younger than us. With four generations in the workforce today, odds are it is going to happen. I think it is a wonderful thing. I got my first job as a Director of Human Resources when I was 30. Everyone was older … [Read more...]
I knew I hit a Career Wall When…
What is your answer? Is it out of frustration like Janell who can’t listen to another complaint? Or boredom like Chris who knows his field is dying and can’t wait to get into a workshop to invent the next thing? Or plain dislike like Paul who knows his boss will never let him move further? I … [Read more...]
How a Date can be Controversial on a Resume
I received a question from a reader about dates and job history on resumes. Dear Interview Doctor, I have had a long career. The early jobs were the foundation of my career but feel like a long time ago and not very relevant to my current career goal. Should I leave them off my resume? Thanks … [Read more...]
Where is the Interview Doctor in July?
Here are the locations where Katherine will be speaking in July. There are links to the events that are open to the public to register and attend. Date: July 10, 2018 Time: 8:30 - 11am Topic: Job Search Marketing Plan Location: Cleveland Clinic Akron General Wellness Center, 1940 Town … [Read more...]
Another Better Use for Job Postings
Responding to job postings is an ineffective way to find a new job. The chances of finding a job from a job posting are in the single digits. I can never find the citation for that statistic but trust me it is true. That doesn’t mean you don’t respond to ads but it does mean you probably won’t find … [Read more...]
A Good Resume Headline is the Cherry on the Top of the Sundae
Does your resume have a headline? “City unsure why the sewer smells” Seriously? Some headlines are unintentionally funny. Others are guides to the information included in the article. Resume headlines perform the same function. The reader checks out the headline. She sees “Supply Chain … [Read more...]
Is your Resume Good or Great?
Does your Resume pass the test? I see a lot of resumes and a lot of them need help desperately! Even after the person has spent hours to create it or rewrite it. It's sad but there is help to be found. People ask me about resumes. I like to start working with clients on their resume because it … [Read more...]