Workplace Diversity: Increasing Minority Representation Effectively

by: Carmel Napolitano February 10, 2011

Diversity in the workplace goes in and out as a hot topic. When economic times are not so great, the topic seems to take a backburner to the more pressing issue of the lack of job security for all of us.

The Art of Self-Reinvention or Three Steps to Customizing your Career

by: Fredia Woolf March 26, 2010

Customizing your career used to be necessary for career changers and candidates transitioning between the for-profit and not-for-profit worlds. But, in the current job market, where there is no cookie cutter candidate and candidate supply in most fields exceeds demand, the onus falls on individuals to design their own careers. Everyone needs self re-invention skills to mould and [...]

Turning the Tables: Searches from the Candidates’ View

by: F. Jay Hall March 16, 2010

As a committee member or hiring manager bogged down in a seemingly-endless search process, it can be easy to forget that the numerous documents you receive and review from applicants actually represent individuals—professional colleagues who are eager to share their skills and experience with your organization. You are exhausted, having to fit additional tasks into your already packed schedule, filling the duties of the vacant position as well as your own. You want an employee in place as quickly as possible and are working hard to remain objective.

“I’ve landed!” One Woman’s Secrets to Finding a Job in a Tough Market

by: Fredia Woolf February 24, 2010

Tania Jones’ job search lasted ten months, one week and five days. She counted each one of them.

What is your Employer Brand?

by: Fredia Woolf September 29, 2009

A key position in your organization needs to be filled, and you need to hire someone.  What is the first thing you do? Panic? Where on earth will you find the right person with the right skills who is the right fit? Feel complacent? Maybe you figure there are so many people looking for work out [...]