Whether you are president of a board, a senior executive or a job seeker, you need to be good at influencing others. We live in a complex world where there are limits to our authority; no matter how senior we are, the old hierarchies and command and control...
What the Hiring Managers Want in a Job Applicant
As job seekers, we all know what we want in a job; what our perfect job would look like, right? Well, recruiters and hiring managers know what they like and don't like in a job seeker. Just as job seekers have thoughts about what makes a job or career...
Continuing Education Can Keep You Employed In Tough Economic Times
There's definitely something to be said for having a good education. After all, you wouldn't have gotten where you are if you hadn't obtained your degree right? So why stop there? If there's anything the current economy has taught us, it's that good paying jobs are...
Blogging Your Way to Your Next Non-Profit Job
When blogging platforms first launched, they were considered a way for people to share their angsty lives, write thoughts about the world around them, share their families or show off their creative talents. While it's true that a large number of people still blog for...
Understanding Why You Didn’t Get Hired
Don’t expect to receive feedback as to why you didn’t get a job. Not every hiring manager gives feedback, and others may only give general reasons. It’s frustrating when you hear that the job you wanted went to someone else, but instead of focusing on why you didn’t get it, think about other jobs still available to you that may be a better fit.