I’ve recently finished reading Susan Cain’s book: “Quiet – The Power of Introverts”. The title alone is intriguing: associating the word “power” with a stereotype that suggests passivity is rare. Creatives are a vast and complicated breed, and while some do blend in well in today’s technically-charged society, there remain many who long for solitude…
This past weekend the clocks sprung forward and daylight grew longer; spring is on its way! The itch to pack up the sweaters and clean the house is setting in with hopes to a fresh new start. But have you ever considered that your career needs a spring cleaning too? Even if you aren’t actively…
This past weekend the 84th Annual Academy Awards was broadcasted, and if you’re anything like me, you were glued to your TV captivated by the glamorous fashions. When the celebrities grace the red carpet, the first question in every interview is: “Who Are You Wearing?” This got me thinking about the amount of time and…
Social Media has become an integral part of our culture, and has been incorporated into everyday business practices, be they communications, advocacy, networking, research, marketing and even recruiting. Which brings the question: “How do we manage the use of Social Media in the workplace?’ Many still regard social media as a very private domain, where…
Whether you are currently hiring talent, looking for a new job, or seeking a promotion, it is important to remain informed about your Personal Career Profile. Below, we’ve gathered the latest statistics to create an overview of the salary expectations, supply and demand, and the key skill sets needed to be a competitive Web Developer in…
What do you want to be when you grow up? When we were little, we all had amazing answers to that question. When I ask my five-year old daughter (pictured above), every time her answer is different, including a police officer, mermaid, dentist, football player, and ballerina, to name a few. Now that we’re adults,…
How do you encase the last 3-30 years of your life in one or two pages? Whether you’re writing a resume for the first time, or tailoring an older edition for a new job, this task can be overwhelming. Don’t worry; use this Resume Breakdown to guide your writing. If you complete these 10 steps,…
Looking for a job? Need to make your resume pop? Candidates are doing all that they can in order to stand out against their competition, but at times, they can go too far. There are ways to get ahead of the competition, without putting a cheesy picture of yourself and your cat on your resume.…
I was recently a victim of the long and daunting search for a job in a new city. After finally finding success, I now realize the struggles that many long-distance job seekers come across. Not only is the job market difficult for local candidates, it is even tougher for those who have a location disadvantage.…
I’ve recently started interviewing using Skype, based on a hearty recommendation by a co-worker of mine, a well-respected recruiter who has achieved amazing success utilizing this new interviewing option. Initially a tad apprehensive with the switch-over, I’m finding that I’m really enjoying these interviews, and getting so much more out of these initial meetings than…