by Nichole E | Nov 5, 2009 | Job Seekers
A few weeks back, I touched on finding your next non-profit job through blogging, which sparked an interest in readers to learn the steps needed to create a successful blog from inception to completion. (Though, any self-respecting blogger will tell you a blog is... by Fredia Woolf | Nov 3, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
A tight job market creates pressure for everyone. Job seekers and recruiters alike are frustrated and annoyed, and some people behaving badly, perhaps without even realizing it. So, let’s set out some Rules of Fair Play about how recruiters and job seekers should... by Nichole E | Oct 5, 2009 | Job Seekers
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... by Nichole E | Oct 5, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
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,... by Nichole E | Sep 15, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
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... by Fredia Woolf | Sep 15, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
Another critical “Re” you need to master to conduct a successful job search is Research. With the internet, it has never been easier to find information about people and organizations, but that in itself can be problematic because people are often intimidated into... by Fredia Woolf | Sep 8, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
A New Model for Your Job Search – Part 4: Relationships We have seen how by focusing on keeping yourself Resilient and by creating a Resume that markets your accomplishments, you are creating the conditions for achieving a successful Result in your job search.... by Fredia Woolf | Sep 1, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
Concentrating your attention to the four “Re’s” that you can influence is more likely to lead to a productive job search than vainly focusing on the Result. In the last post, we discussed how to think about your Resumé, and today, we look at another critical factor... by Fredia Woolf | Aug 25, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
Last time, we talked about refocusing your job search energies from the Result, which is beyond your control, to the other four “Re’s” that you can do something about. Today let’s look at the first “Re”, your resumé. Isn’t it interesting that the rich and varied... by Nichole E | Aug 20, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
If you think your resume should be all about your experience and your accomplishments, then you’re not going to like what I have to tell you. As a job seeker looking for placement at the Executive level in the not-for-profit sector, it’s important to prove... by Nichole E | Aug 16, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
I’ve done a bit of traveling this year, and if there’s one thing I’ve gained from it, it’s that there are always doors waiting to be opened. Some of these doors are found at industry conferences. Part of my travel involved attending such... by Fredia Woolf | Aug 15, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
Searching for work can be tedious and stressful in the best of times. While there are those lucky few who somehow always seem to find themselves in the right place at the right time, there are the rest of us who have a lot of heavy lifting to do before we land any job... by Nichole E | Aug 13, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
Whether or not the job market is in the tank, you need a support network during your job search. A support network can mean different things to different people. For some, it’s a chance to make new contacts. For others, it’s a way to stay sane during the... by Karen Alphonse | Aug 11, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
During the past several months, clients have approached us asking how to manage a stalled application process. Silence is unnerving for highly motivated executives with the kinds of backgrounds that would have guaranteed a quick hire just a couple of years ago. The... by Nichole E | Aug 7, 2009 | Job Seekers
As tough as the job market is, there are some people with secure jobs who are still wanting to change their present situations. Whether you’re unhappy with your present situation or simply looking for a more fulfilling opportunity, it’s in your best... by Nichole E | Aug 4, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
Sometimes it happens: That which seems too good to be true really is. Your job search is no different, and understanding its outcome is important. I’ve applied for positions for which I thought I was perfect, but, for whatever reason, I got passed by, and the... by Nichole E | Jul 27, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
Often when you’re in an interview, the pressure is on to perform. Unfortunately, in your excitement to sell yourself, you can forget to be human. Salespeople will tell you that in order to close the deal, stop focusing on the sale at the end, and start paying... by Nichole E | Jul 27, 2009 | Job Seekers, News
Today’s economic situation requires employers to run their organizations a little differently now than from even a year ago if they want to stay afloat. According to a recent news article, fundraising, accounting, and finance positions are much sought after by... by Nichole E | Jul 23, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
Your resume is your calling card. Long before you reach the interview stage, you are judged by your talents, your affiliations and what you can offer an organization. While you want to cover all of the above points in your resume and cover letter, you don’t... by Nichole E | Jul 22, 2009 | Advice, Job Seekers
When hunting for a new job, your references often have the big say as to whether or not you get the job. While hiring managers don’t necessarily take the word of a former employer as gospel, what a former employer says may carry weight in regard to getting you...