Forget That Resume Advice (a humor piece)
That other resume advice you’ve read — Forget it. It’s for people who need jobs. You deserve one. Any employer … Continue reading Forget That Resume Advice (a humor piece)
Category: Career
Start a Conflict Discussion The Right Way
Your first words and the tone you set when you start a conflict discussion set the stage for the outcome … Continue reading Start a Conflict Discussion The Right Way
Stay or Go?: remain in a “good” job or look for a great one?
Your job is comfortable. You like your co-workers. Your supervisor trusts you. You know what to expect. That’s part of … Continue reading Stay or Go?: remain in a “good” job or look for a great one?
I Lied on My Resume; What Happens If I Get Caught?
Question: I’ve been uneasy ever since I read the post you wrote about lying on your resume, https://bit.ly/3kpQ6YS. I’ve done … Continue reading I Lied on My Resume; What Happens If I Get Caught?
That Glowing Reference? It’s Fake.
It isn’t fair that honest, hard-working, quality applicants lose out on job opportunities to individuals who fake resumes and references. … Continue reading That Glowing Reference? It’s Fake.
Sneak Preview (free): Here’s Managing for Accountability: A Business Leader’s Toolbox: Chapter 1
Please let me know what you think. Continue reading Sneak Preview (free): Here’s Managing for Accountability: A Business Leader’s Toolbox: Chapter 1
If I quit because my employer mandates vaccinations, can I get unemployment?
Recently multiple blog readers have written asking: “If I quit or get fired because my employer mandates vaccinations, will I … Continue reading If I quit because my employer mandates vaccinations, can I get unemployment?
My Boss Lied and I’m Paying the Career Price
Question: Ten months ago, I visited the emergency room with heart palpitations. I was told they were probably harmless but … Continue reading My Boss Lied and I’m Paying the Career Price
I Don’t Want to Return to Our Corporate Offices; Will My Decision Cost Me Future Promotions?
Question: I love working from home but fear it’s a bad career move. At the start of pandemic when … Continue reading I Don’t Want to Return to Our Corporate Offices; Will My Decision Cost Me Future Promotions?
Can I Be Fired for Admitting to My Boss I’m on the Job Market?
Question: My boss just fired me for no reason. I admit I wanted a new job, but I wasn’t ready … Continue reading Can I Be Fired for Admitting to My Boss I’m on the Job Market?