Resume Blunders To Avoid

Have you put any thought into the “Not-So-Obvious-Resume Mistakes” that are really easy to make but are real killers to your resume? Among them are using abbreviations – that shows laziness as well as a lack of professionalism. Another is … Continue reading

Afraid You Won’t Have Time To Prepare For The Fourth of July Weekend?

Have to work the week of the Fourth of July? Me, too. Wondering how you’re going to get everything prepared for that cookout, party, or get together? Pondering what you can fix that’s quick, easy, AND healthy? Here are some … Continue reading

Struggling To Keep Up With The Younger Generation In The Rat Race?

As we get older, it is harder to physically keep up with the younger crowd in the workforce. The older generation can suffer from health issues as well as from aches and pains. Even with these problems, retiring is just … Continue reading

Should I Send A Thank You Note After My Interview?

After you’ve completed your interview, did you remember to send a thank-you note?  Many people think that once the interview is over, that all you have to do is wait to hear back.  In many instances, this is a sure … Continue reading

Terminated From My Job, What Do I Do?

Have you been terminated from your job?  Whether it was from something you did wrong, or something that you failed to do?  It is something that you must own and move away from. Your biggest worry now is whether or … Continue reading

What You Should And Should Not Have On Your Resume

Do you feel secure that you are writing the very best resume that you can? There are a few items that you need to include and a few that you should not include. Some items that you do want to … Continue reading

How Can I Exercise When I Travel For Work All The Time?

It’s hard to squeeze in exercise when you travel all the time. So here are a few ideas you might not have considered: Take a walk to sightsee in the town you’re visiting. Walking two miles can burn 95 to … Continue reading

New Day, New Resume!

Have you been brain-washed with the old rules of resume writing? Is your resume boring and not allowing your personality to show through? Are you trying to “stick” with these old rules? Please! It’s a new day. You don’t want … Continue reading

Job Searching When You Are Over 50

Are you an older person (over age 50) and looking for work? Were you among the thousands that were laid off during the recession? Are you working hard trying to find a way to get back into the workforce? There … Continue reading

Is Your Job Making You Happy?

Are you happy at work?  Do some days seem gray when you would like to be anywhere other than on the job? I’m sure that there are days that you feel completely miserable and seem to be waiting for the proverbial shoe … Continue reading