Perfectionism is the great career stall. Most people don’t slow down because they’re lazy. They slow down because they want everything just right before they move. Job seekers spend months polishing résumés, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles before they ever start actually searching...
Here’s the #1 mistake most job seekers make right now… they slow down. They assume the holidays are dead time. They think no one’s hiring until January. They coast into the new year. That couldn’t be further from the truth...
I know it’s tempting. A recruiter emails you with your job offer. You want to reply quickly. Clear things up. Maybe even negotiate. But email is the worst place to have that conversation. Why? Have you ever heard of Albert Mehrabian? He developed “The Mehrabian Rule.” Catchy, yes. But more importantly, true...
Ever felt cornered when a recruiter asks, “What’s your expected salary?” Only you and about a bajillion other job seekers. I’m a little sick and tired of silly recruiters cornering you about this. It’s TOO EARLY in the process to be doing this nonsense. Why do people not show each other their “balance sheets” on the first date, amiright?!?!
Lisa asked me a great question the other day. “Coach, how do I know which story to tell in a job interview?” Here’s what I told her. If you want to win the interview, there’s one thing to focus on. Function. As in, what they actually need you to do. Not who you are. Not how nice you seem...
Worried your age is playing villain in your job search? Lemme tell you about Jayme. She joined my Job Search Coaching Program when she was 74. Got a job with Verizon by beating out literally 10s of thousands of people. She says so right here in the over 50 section (but I’m wondering if I should create an over 70 section). Then, after five years of that, hopped back into the program (it’s simple with that lifetime access thing) and got another job at 79 years young...
Have you ever had a recruiter reach out, spark your interest, and then disappear without a trace? You’re not alone...
If you’ve recently been laid off, or just want to be prepared in case it happens, I’ve got you covered today with a step-by-step recovery plan. It’s the final piece in my 3-part layoff series and I’m walking you through 10 critical moves to bounce back faster, stronger, and smarter than before...
Full-fledged job search lesson today. 10 major tips on how to win your search in 2025! Inside the video and booklet, I hit the gamut from getting your requirements in order to resume writing to searching to interviewing and negotiating.
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