When executives find themselves trying to get traction on a job search, they reach out to their networks and ask a few key people to grab coffee or lunch. But that’s the wrong approach. Sorry, Starbucks, but this has to...
An 11-year marketing veteran of a fast-growing technology company, Ron has a great job. He gets to travel, works with great people, and gets stock options as well as a competitive salary. However, even though he’s employed, he’s looking. He...
Rising tuition costs, growing student debt, and a very tough job market for graduates are signals that we need to help our kids with this “last mile” of securing employment. Granted, our kids are putting their hearts into their educations...
Recently, I attended the Puget Sound Business Journal’s annual Book of Lists event, held at Seattle’s beautiful Museum of Flight. It was a huge gathering, so I interviewed attendees for their insights on networking at big events. Who was it...
Maybe your primary job search strategy is to apply to lots of positions by just sending your résumé. Then waiting. And waiting and waiting. Sam has a great résumé. He found 10 potential jobs that are a “perfect fit.” He...
Ever since social media began making an impact on business strategy and job searches, “personal branding” became a buzz-worthy phrase that’s only gained momentum. Many people want to use personal branding but feel uncomfortable talking about themselves since they feel...
Losing employees (especially good employees) is bad for business. While turnover is inevitable, there are things that can be done to minimize the exodus. A knee-jerk reaction may be to offer raises or promotions to your top talent, but I...
There are a couple of goals I have for the year ahead that are worth noting, and that I think would be helpful for anyone. My first resolution advice is to take control of your career. Remember, nobody cares about...
We’re texting all the time. Sending a text is more timely than sending an email, yet feels less intrusive than calling someone. Texting is replacing voice calls, especially among 18- to 24-year-olds, who send and receive nearly 4,000 text messages...
The start of any new year is an exciting time. It’s a chance to plan for new activities and resolve to try new things. But it’s also a time when people think about changing jobs or looking for new opportunities....
With consumer confidence and spending ramping up, retailers will be looking for fresh talent to fill out their ranks as they try to reduce turnover — especially as seasonal workers depart. During this transition, they’ll face a perennial challenge: Making...
According to this article, dozens of soon-to-be Target employees were told that their formal job offers were rescinded. Just like that. Poof. Sorry. Never mind. Target explained it away by saying there had been a strategic change in direction, in...
Previously I’ve written about how to use the Business Journals to set goals, find hiring managers, and identify multiple target companies in your area. If you haven’t invested in your local Business Journal or don’t spend time reading it, you’re...
When it comes to effective office environments, following a strict chain of command doesn’t always lead to a more efficient staff. Typically, each employee in the chain of command is responsible for a particular area of the business and efficiency...
OK, so you have an online or print subscription to the Business Journal. Or you’re reading this article without a subscription (so you’re missing some critical features to help propel your career!). But, the big question is: “are you maximizing...
Whether we like it or not, replacing employees with a new hire is an inevitable part of being in business. According to San Francisco-based recruiting software company SmartRecruiters, over half of the jobs filled between 2010 and 2020 in the...
Question: How do I answer this interview question: “Tell me about yourself”? I struggle with that. Advice from Executive Job Coach Dana: I think you are in good company. Most people approach this in one of the following ways: Babble...
Call me old school. As a hiring decision-maker, I didn’t care to receive mobile-based messages from a job seeker for several reasons. First, it comes across as the easy way out, like something they were doing while driving or watching...