by Barbara Safani | Nov 4, 2008 | career management, career research
Employment Digest reminds us that death and taxes are a sure thing, so accountant and mortician will continue to be viable professions in recessionary times. Click on the link to read about the other 23 recession proof careers, as reported by HR World.
by Barbara Safani | Nov 3, 2008 | career management, Happy About My Resume, networking, resume
In response to Job Action Day 2008, here are 10 things everyone should do now, just in case a pink slip arrives in the future. Even if you think your job is secure, these tips are part of any successful, ongoing career management strategy. Audit Your Resume. Most...
by Barbara Safani | Nov 1, 2008 | career management
Career Solvers is proud to announce that they have been selected to participate in Quintessential Careers’ Job Action Day 2008 on November 3. Job action day is a day for job seekers and workers to confront the current economic crisis head-on and take action...
by Barbara Safani | Oct 29, 2008 | career management, networking, on-line identity
The Wall Street Journal recently explored the Twitter phenomenon and how this microblogging tool is being used to communicate in near real time with friends, colleagues, business associates, and prospects. So what about for job search? Here are some inspirational...
by Barbara Safani | Oct 17, 2008 | career management
Yesterday I wrote about shifting job search complaints to opportunities. The book, The No Complaining Rule, also recommends five things to do instead of complaining. Here’s my take on how this can be applicable in a job search. Practice Gratitude. Not everyone...
by Barbara Safani | Oct 15, 2008 | career management, networking, on-line identity
Jason Buss of Talent Buzz recently spoke with some job seekers to get their perspective on what it is like to be looking for a job today. Some of their major pet peeves included: On-line applications on company sites and job boards that are cumbersome, time...