by Barbara Safani | Feb 4, 2020 | career management
Telecommuting is in the news these days, but the idea of working from home has always held some appeal for many workers. Advantages to telecommuting include eliminating a lengthy commute, allowing more flexibility to pick up or drop off children from school or child...
by Barbara Safani | Jan 7, 2020 | job search, networking, social media for job search
Don’t Dismiss LinkedIn as Something Only for People Who Are Looking For a New Job. The best time to build your LinkedIn profile, connect with people, and participate on LinkedIn is now — before you need it. If you find yourself suddenly unemployed and decide that now...
by Barbara Safani | Nov 5, 2019 | job search, networking
Networking is the exchange of information and the cultivation of productive and authentic relationships. Some people would rather go to the dentist than go to a networking meeting or event. Many avoid it altogether throughout their careers and find themselves in a...
by Barbara Safani | Oct 7, 2019 | salary negotiation
Almost all job seekers have been in situations where they realize after they accept a position that they could have asked for more. Yet many people are not comfortable negotiating their employment package because they fear they will be perceived as aggressive and will...
by Barbara Safani | Jun 3, 2019 | career management, interviews, job search
Have you ever been in a situation where you had an interview that you thought went well, but then didn’t hear back from the hiring manager? You are not alone. Many job seekers have found themselves “ghosted” by companies they were eager to work for. They assume they...
