There is more than one way to stand out in your job search

Many times around the office talk turns to what one candidate or another has done to stand out of the crowd.  Sometimes good, sometimes not.  Both are memorable but only one gets a call back. It depends The way you SHOULD stand out really depends on a lot of factors:...

Don’t seem desperate in your job search

I see a lot of resumes and do a lot of interviews each week.  It is pretty evident who is desperate in their job search.  I am not saying it is not OK to feel desperate, just don’t let it show. I’m open to anything Many candidate when asked “What are...

You must change how you view failure

Many people view failure as… well… failure.  You need to change the way you view failure. Failure – fail·ure, fālyər – a lack of success First notice that it does not say that YOU are a failure.   Secondly notice that it did NOT say your will...

What going it on your own costs you

I was reading Kristin Wong’s article at LifeHacker: “The Biggest Wastes of Time We Regret When We Get Older” when it hit me… this can have BIG costs in your job search! That’s OK, I’ll get the next one Don’t believe me?  Ever...