As a resume writer and recruiter, I have spent countless hours interviewing top talent. A commonly cited challenge by candidates of all levels and backgrounds is how to identify and…
When you try to define someone by experience level alone, it can often be a blurry line when you categorize years of experience into specific buckets with labels such as “senior level”. In the world of recruiting and job descriptions, a candidate with 8 years of experience would likely be considered senior level, while a candidate with say, 7 years of experience, could easily fall into the mid-level category. How does one distinguish? When it comes down to pricing, it can be a very tricky subject.
Many candidates would gladly consider relocation for the right position, but it can be different to navigate the process as an out of state candidate. The trouble is in convincing hiring…
Q: During an interview what’s an appropriate answer to “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” A: Companies are interested in longevity, but the “Where do you see yourself in 5…
We’ve all been there, at a party, a networking event, an outing of some sort where someone asks you, “So, what do you do?” And for many of us, it’s…
List-building is a great method for evaluating the effectiveness of your personal brand. By taking an inventory of all of your available assets you can then look at how to…
Why is always it nerve-wracking to ask for a raise, put your hand up for a promotion, go on an important job interview, or ask someone to take a leap…
Nobody ever likes being labeled. Labels denote an act of stereotyping, of limitation, being pigeon-holed into a certain category based on a singular trait. Careers don’t like being labeled either,…
YOU know you can do the job… but how do you convince THEM? I was talking with a client earlier this morning about her resume, and she made a point…
People always want to know how to start careers in a field where they have little to no professional experience. This happens a lot in the creative industry – people…