Skillset: How to Close a Skills Gap
Evolving to stay relevant is a huge part of landing a meaningful career, especially for those who are trying to break into a new field or reenter the workforce. Identifying and evaluating your strengths, personality traits, and values will help you narrow your focus so that you can plot a course toward your ideal career. […]
Making Money While You Create
Very often, while we’re building our creative careers, we have to find other ways of making money. We may fall into jobs we began in high school or college, developing additional skills and getting better positions. Computers have opened up a myriad of well-paying jobs that you don’t have to “take home” with you and […]
Resume Questions? The Most Common One
The most common resume question: How long should my resume be? As an ex-recruiter, career counselor, and resume writer, I’m often asked this question by my clients. Their concern is valid, especially since lengthy resumes can make an applicant appear arrogant, unfocused, anxious, old, or overqualified. So how do you know when to stop writing? Understanding […]
Show Me the Money! (Negotiating Salaries)
Do you want to negotiate a salary increase this year but are unsure of how you would justify it? Here are some strategies you can implement now to build a strong case for the raise you want in the future. Document Your Accomplishments Throughout the Year Keep track of all the projects you manage. Upon […]
How to Stand Out from the Crowd When Re-Entering the Workforce
People re-enter the workforce every day and so can you! Are you ready to get started? You might be tempted to dive head first into crafting or tweaking your resume, getting in touch with old colleagues or practicing how to explain the gap in your resume to an interviewer. But, first thing’s first—just like building a […]