Zig Ziglar once said, “Your attitude determines your altitude” and he couldn’t be more right. I remember when I lived next to an exceptionally grouchy old neighbor. No matter what, I always said “hello” when I spotted him outside sitting on his porch. “How are you doing?,” I would venture. His response? “Just TERRIBLE.” It… Read more »
Tag: job search plans
Why Bad Resumes Are Like Holiday Fruitcakes
The other day, I was participating in a Twitter chat when someone complained about getting not just one, but FIVE fruitcakes this holiday season. And since December is just getting cranked up, this lucky fellow could potentially end up with a whole herd of fruitcakes crowding out the gifts under his Christmas tree. Instead of… Read more »
Most Tragic Mistake Job Seekers Are Making… Right Now!
Day in and day out, I get emails from prospective clients in need of resume assistance, which I welcome as a service provider in this area. But a lot of times, after I get this message, I have to start an elaborate dance with them because they have put their job search in complete jeopardy…. Read more »
LinkedIn Networking #FAIL: Here’s What Not To Do
Yesterday, I was speaking at a business group on the concept of career management, and among the many topics I covered, we discussed networking. Particularly, the do’s and don’ts of how to do it right. Then, ironically, I received the following astounding email shortly after my speech concluded. As an open networker, I don’t mind… Read more »