Attitude
“It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which, more than anything else, will affect its successful outcome.” William James 1842-1910, Psychologist, Professor and Author
The One-Page Rule
We (Resume Writers, Career Coaches, HR, Hiring Managers, Recruiters) really need to teach job seekers to stop listening to the one-page rule. While one page can be appropriate for some job seekers it is absurd for highly experienced candidates and damages their search by becoming a chronological obituary instead of a marketing document. Two to
Determination
“People of mediocre ability sometimes achieve outstanding success because they don’t know when to quit. Most people succeed because they are determined to.” George E. Allen 1832-1907, Publisher and Author
Self Image
“Our self image and our habits tend to go together. Change one and you will automatically change the other.” Dr. Maxwell Maltz 1899-1975, Author
Top 7 Tips for Week of 12/05/11
Networking is a habit cultivated to create opportunities throughout your career, not a one-off activity exclusively for the job search. Networking with others isn’t about you, but about the other person. Ask questions about their career and job search and see contacts increase. Follow up with those networking contacts, and don’t let the “holidays” excuse
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