by Barbara Safani | Sep 15, 2016 | salary negotiation, Uncategorized
According to the 2016/2017 Mercer US Compensation Planning Survey, the average salary increase budget is expected to be 2.9% in 2017, up slightly from the average increase budget of 2.8% in 2016. So how can you be perceived as a top performer in 2016? Here are some...
by Barbara Safani | Aug 20, 2016 | Uncategorized
Are you trying to look for a new job while employed and struggling with how to do so without attracting attention from your boss or other stakeholders at your current company? Our ebook, Job Seeker’s Guide to a Confidential Job Search can help. Learn how to leverage...
by Barbara Safani | Jul 5, 2016 | interviews
Many first interviews are conducted by phone. It’s important to take phone interviews just as seriously as in-person meetings. Here are ten tips for optimizing your phone interview experience. Schedule the meeting during a time when you won’t be distracted. A...
by Barbara Safani | May 31, 2016 | career management, interviews, networking, resume, social media for job search
I meet many job seekers who have never had to conduct a formal job search. After coaching over a thousand clients at every professional level and across practically every industry, I’ve found that most make the same rookie mistakes. If you’re looking for a new job,...
by Barbara Safani | Apr 21, 2016 | networking
If you think doing volunteer work is just “filler to pad the resume” while you are looking for a “real job,” then think again. It can make or break you during a job search. Pro bono work can include anything from nonprofit projects to community...
by Barbara Safani | Apr 16, 2016 | interviews
When I diagnose problems clients have with their interview strategy, I often notice they answer interview questions too generally. They attempt to convey their fit for the job by describing the personal attributes they think make them relevant for the position. They...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 31, 2016 | career management, networking
Mobilizing your network during a job search is a lot of work with many ups and downs. People don’t always react to your requests for guidance and information as you’d like them to, and many report learning who their friends really are during a search. After coaching...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 28, 2016 | career management, career solvers news
Are you happy with your job? Are you happy with your life? Career Solvers has created a career planner designed to guide you in taking a look back and looking ahead. Most important, it will help you identify, define, and clarify your personal and professional goals....
by Barbara Safani | Mar 16, 2016 | cover letters
Do you struggle with how to create a compelling cover letter? Check out our 30-minute recording with tips for improving the quality of your cover letter and building better engagement with recruiters and hiring managers. More specifically you will: Learn how to...
by Barbara Safani | Feb 29, 2016 | interviews
Do you freeze up or stumble during interviews? Or perhaps it’s been a long time since your last interview and you are not sure if you are prepared or are in touch with the latest interview styles and techniques. During this one hour recorded teleseminar you...
