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Turned Down for a Job Despite Being More Than Qualified
Career, Coaching, Professional growth

Turned Down for a Job Despite Being More Than Qualified

Question: I’ve been looking for a job for two months without landing one.  It torches me that I’ve not even … Continue reading Turned Down for a Job Despite Being More Than Qualified

Don’t Take a Bad Job; Ask These ?s First & Reference Check The Supervisor
Career, Coaching, Professional growth

Don’t Take a Bad Job; Ask These ?s First & Reference Check The Supervisor

Have you ever regretted accepting a job offer? Ever wished you had asked more questions to understand the “terms of … Continue reading Don’t Take a Bad Job; Ask These ?s First & Reference Check The Supervisor

Unemployment’s Ugly Sibling: Underemployment–What To Do If You’re Underemployed
Career, COVID-19, Professional growth

Unemployment’s Ugly Sibling: Underemployment–What To Do If You’re Underemployed

You’re lucky to have a job, except you don’t feel lucky. Perhaps you work parttime but need full-time work. You … Continue reading Unemployment’s Ugly Sibling: Underemployment–What To Do If You’re Underemployed

Caught Job Hunting During the Workday
Career, Personal growth, Professional growth

Caught Job Hunting During the Workday

Question: This morning my boss discovered I was job hunting during the workday. I have no idea how he figured … Continue reading Caught Job Hunting During the Workday

The Dratted Typo: Does It Crash My Chance for a Job?
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The Dratted Typo: Does It Crash My Chance for a Job?

Question: About an hour after I sent out a resume I sweated over for days, I noticed a typo.  I … Continue reading The Dratted Typo: Does It Crash My Chance for a Job?

Four Mistakes That Could Cost You a Job
Career, Personal growth, Professional growth

Four Mistakes That Could Cost You a Job

You expected a job offer. You knew you interviewed well.  The interviewer shook your hand when you both stood up, … Continue reading Four Mistakes That Could Cost You a Job

Offer Letter Blues
Career, Coaching, Professional growth

Offer Letter Blues

Question: I started a small business last year and am about to hire my first employee. I interviewed several candidates … Continue reading Offer Letter Blues

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