by C. Blackwell | Oct 19, 2018 | Career Advice
The basis for any successful relationship is the ability to understand the exact expectations of the other person. You may think you have asked someone for help, but that may not be understood by the people you approach. Be specific about the type of referrals and...
by C. Blackwell | Aug 13, 2018 | Career Advice, Interview Tips, Networking
Are you able to provide a list of the companies that have received your resume and a list of all the job board ads to which you’ve applied? Do you have information on every individual with whom you have interviewed? Are you following up with the companies where you...
by C. Blackwell | Aug 1, 2018 | Career Advice
Being unemployed can be a challenging chapter of your life, but there are things you can do to stay financially and emotionally sound including the following:Cut Unnecessary Spending from Your BudgetThink of what you MUST spend money on vs. what you WANT to spend...
by C. Blackwell | Jul 21, 2018 | Career Advice
When you are in a job search, it’s not easy to think of “giving back” to others or your community, but that might be just what you need to do! When you volunteer your time and see the impact it has on others, it helps improve your self-confidence and recharge your...
by C. Blackwell | Jul 20, 2018 | Career Advice, Interview Tips
Do you ever feel like no one is paying any attention to your voicemail messages? Most individuals only return a call if they understand how it will benefit them to call you back. Hiring Authorities, Human Resource Professionals and Recruiters most likely will not...
by C. Blackwell | Jun 15, 2018 | Career Advice, Networking
Have you ever completed an interview convinced you were going to obtain a job offer and then are never called back? There is nothing more frustrating than to know you are the “perfect person” for the job and never receive feedback why you didn’t get hired. Often you...