The most vital weapon in your networking arsenal is your business card. Without it, your new contacts and connections have no way of continuing their initial conversation with you. But sometimes your current card may not be appropriate. For example, … Continue Reading

A JetBlue flight attendant did it. After an altercation with an abusive passenger, he ranted his resignation over the plane’s PA system. Once safely landed, the flight attendant grabbed a beer and made an unforgettable departure by deploying and then … Continue Reading

Time ticks by. The first few years at your job were exciting. Last summer and into the fall, things at the office were going fairly well. But as the days grew shorter and the chill set in, work became a … Continue Reading

Yes, you read right. Turning Down a Job Offer. Believe it or not, there are job hunters who, at this very minute, are struggling with this so-called “dilemma”. Perhaps they applied for several jobs and received more than one offer. … Continue Reading

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the Number 1 reason people leave their jobs is because they don’t feel appreciated. A Gallup poll of over 4 million employees shows that regular recognition and praise increase company loyalty, productivity and … Continue Reading

Here’s one of the worst HR stories I’ve heard in a while. And it happened to a friend. Let’s call him Jerry. Jerry works for a global financial firm. A large portion of his compensation is in the form of … Continue Reading

Security?  The concept of job security is eroding quickly in this country. Frankly, “permanent” jobs are becoming a delusion. The number of workers employed through temp agencies has climbed to a new high-over 2.8 million, according to the Bureau of … Continue Reading

Standing out. Getting noticed. Being recognized and remembered. It all comes down to how we brand ourselves. So much has been written about this subject yet so little has been implemented in the job hunting arena. Recently, someone asked me … Continue Reading

Last month, a potentially great job candidate lost out on an excellent opportunity–his poor choice of references sunk him. Although his resume was written perfectly, his skill-set fit the job he was applying for, his phone interview was very successful … Continue Reading

As we look hopefully toward better things in 2012, let’s not forget the old, wise adage, “Expect the best, plan for the worst and prepare to be surprised.” People, especially Americans, are generally optimistic by nature. We live in the … Continue Reading