by Fredia Woolf | Jul 20, 2011 | Advice, Job Seekers, Management
The dog days of summer are upon us. Work – or seeking work – must continue, but we would rather be sitting under a tree or playing in the water. It is hard to feel stressed, overwhelmed or under pressure when the temperature is hovering around ninety degrees. ...
by Karen Alphonse | Jul 15, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
There are so many options for presenting yourself professionally. Conventional means include your resume and biography. In addition, you can use your LinkedIn and Facebook profiles to present yourself. The same goes for Twitter and any blogs you host or to which you...
by Carmel Napolitano | Jul 5, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Occasionally, I find myself watching the wise and wealthy Suze Orman on one of her various, televised programs for PBS. Her “People first, then money, then things” mantra is one of her positive affirmations that I take to heart. Of course, Suze is laughing all the way...
by Fredia Woolf | Jun 21, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Management
Are you one of those people who gets excited by new ways of doing things? Or, do you get frightened and prefer to stick with the tried and true? Does your organization management constantly try to look around corners and make pre-emptive changes in anticipation of...
by Fredia Woolf | Jun 7, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
The ninth annual D: All Things Digital Conference took place last week, and it was refreshing to read about a world in which leaders are forward-thinking and visionary, where people are enthusiastic and optimistic, and where innovation and excitement about the future...
by Fredia Woolf | May 24, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Management
For the past decade, I have had regular conversations with a woman who leads an academic department in a US university. She was a long-time insider suffering under the yoke of the previous leader and thrilled to be appointed chair of the department when he retired. ...
by Fredia Woolf | Apr 26, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
In a recent spring-cleaning effort, I decided to clear out some of the clutter and unnecessary detail that clogs my brain. My desk was clear (for a day, at any rate), my inbox was empty (for five minutes) and, as I started looking for some common themes in my client...
by Carmel Napolitano | Apr 19, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Back in February, I wrote about how the reference process can be best used when considering candidates. In this post, I’ll discuss how candidates can best be prepared when asked for references. Here are some of my suggested “Rules of Reference” for candidates: Always...
by Fredia Woolf | Apr 12, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
I talk to people about their work all the time. For one reason, I am curious to hear their stories. For another, it’s what I do for a living. I talk to people at the beginning, middle and end of their careers. I talk to people who are flying high and have been...
by Fredia Woolf | Apr 5, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Management
Last week, we looked at some myths about Performance Management that reflected both poor performance and poor management. Today, we will discuss how traditional approaches to Performance Management are not necessarily the best ways to judge employee effectiveness or...
by Fredia Woolf | Mar 29, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Management
Whether receiving or administering a performance review (a.k.a. the centerpiece of a Performance Management system), such a review is often anticipated and received with as much enthusiasm as an unanesthetized root canal. Those who feel this way are the people who...
by Carmel Napolitano | Mar 1, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
Back in September, I wrote the post, “Is Switching To the Nonprofit Sector the Right Choice For You?” It generated many comments – all saying it is worth making the switch. Since then, through my work as a recruiter, I’ve spoken with many seeking to switch into the...
by Sandra Sims | Feb 24, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers
This month we challenged bloggers to write about working in the nonprofit world. I was quite pleased by the variety of perspectives and topics. Whether you are currently working for a nonprofit or considering nonprofit work in your job search, the articles in this...
by Karen Alphonse | Feb 18, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Management, Recruiters
Making a good hire depends, in part, on having positive interview experiences with your preferred candidates. Sometimes, employers underestimate the impact of a well-planned interview/interview process. Remember that outstanding leaders will remember your interview...
by Carmel Napolitano | Jan 26, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Recruiters
Often, new clients relay horror stories about how a hire did not work out. And, time after time, they reveal they never checked references. (What??!!) So, to help avoid some predictable problems, here are my suggested “Rules of Reference” for hiring: Request at least...
by Fredia Woolf | Jan 25, 2011 | Advice, Job Seekers
“I am not blessed with patience,” said Kevin when he stepped into my office. He had been laid off from a Vice-president’s position seven weeks ago, and he was feeling restless, scattered and out of control. At the end of our time together, he was calmer, more...
by Fredia Woolf | Jan 18, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
In my last post, I said I was going to start the year by walking you through five critical elements to master if you want to advance your career. They are the following: 1. Organize, synthesize and crystallize your accomplishments and the key themes of your career. 2....
by Fredia Woolf | Jan 7, 2011 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
The New Year is always filled with tips for a fresh start for your career. But, what if you are not in the mood for all of the wholesome advice coming your way at this time of year? What if you are fed up with your situation, but an artificial date is no reason to...
by Fredia Woolf | Dec 24, 2010 | Advice, Featured, Job Seekers, Management
No matter how senior you are in your organization or how secure you believe is your position, you would do well to take an entrepreneurial attitude toward your career. It is comforting to believe others will take care of you, and it’s easy to become either...
by Fredia Woolf | Dec 17, 2010 | Advice, Job Seekers
What are the reasons we work? – To earn money – To be a contributing member of society – To have an outlet to use our education, talents and skills – To give some structure to our days – To give us a place to...
