Job Seeker Tips
Do Career Coaches Network?
(726 words) Career Coaches constantly tell job seekers to NETWORK. And sometimes job seekers get tired of hearing it. After speaking to a career-search assistance group, I shared two statistics with the participants: 74% to 76% of people find their jobs through networking. Only about 8% find their jobs by responding to Job Postings. Several…
Read MoreI Have A Confession
(442 words) I am left-handed. For 77 years, that has meant looking at the world from a slightly different angle. Most things were created with right-handed people in mind. School desks. Scissors. Tools. Manual can openers. Even the simple act of writing from left to right creates a challenge when your hand follows directly across…
Read MoreLaid-Off Federal Workers – Would YOU Like an Inside Track to a New Position?
My father was a dedicated federal employee, serving as an Auditor for the GAO and later for the Bureau of the Mint. I grew up near New Hampshire Avenue and have fond memories of attending Washington Senators baseball games at Griffith Stadium and RFK. I graduated from DeMatha Catholic High School, where many of my…
Read MoreYou’ve Been Laid Off from a Job You Love—What’s Next?
As a Talent Attraction Consultant, I frequently hear from job seekers navigating the uncertainty of a sudden layoff. The initial reaction? Grief. Many people enter the grieving process, sometimes blaming themselves for losing their job—even when it wasn’t their fault. Interestingly, consultants tend to handle job transitions more smoothly because they know their roles are…
Read MoreIs Ghosting a Recruiter a Wise Choice?
Human nature constantly seeks ways to avoid uncomfortable situations, and job searching is no exception. How you handle these challenges speaks volumes about your character and professionalism. Once a professional recruiter identifies you as a strong candidate for a position, they invest time, energy, and expertise into helping you succeed. A good recruiter doesn’t just…
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