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3 Myths on Networking – and What To Do Instead
“I hate networking,” is a phrase I hear all the time. My friends, family, and even clients use it to convey their disapproval of the dreaded events and processes that are involved in building relationships. But what’s so bad about networking? After all, it’s a way to...
5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Career Coach
There are a lot of career and leadership coaches in the world and a lot of people who would benefit from coaching. However, what makes a fantastic coach for one person might not work at all for someone else. Since most coaches put some effort into marketing themselves...
How To Leave Your Job Without Burning Bridges
Even if you’re not planning on leaving with a dramatic exit reminiscent of Jennifer Aniston’s character in “Office Space,” doesn’t mean you should just leave quietly. A good exit takes some planning and effort to execute well to ensure that you don’t burn...
3 Tips for Responding to Critical Feedback
I have written previously about how to give critical feedback effectively, and how to ask for it. The other part of the equation is what to do once you receive critical feedback. It can be emotionally difficult, even if you asked for it, so it's worth it...
Why Your Resume Needs an Executive Summary
As many people return from the holiday break and get back into their job search (or back into hiring mode if you’re a on the other side of the table), I want to take a minute to emphasize how important it is to have a strong executive summary in your...
How to Get Past the 6-Second Resume Screen
Did you know that most hiring managers only spend 6 seconds reviewing a resume before they decide whether to keep reading or toss it into the reject pile? That might sound harsh, but as someone who used to review up to 100 resumes a day, I can tell you...