Optimize Your Annual Review!
Performance appraisals emerged during Frederick Taylor’s Scientific Management movement in the early 20th century. Despite 100 years, we haven’t made much progress. 60% of employees feel performance reviews are a …
Should I Take THIS Job?
Depending on your situation, any opportunity might look appetizing in the moment. It takes a self-aware and confident person to turn down a good offer to wait for the great …
Get Everything You Want by Using This ONE Word
If given the choice, would you shop at a store where all sales are final or one with a liberal return policy? The ability to change our minds can be …
Degree vs. Experience?
“Is a degree or real-world experience more important?” In a job search, it’s the age-old question, and a battle job seekers can’t seem to win. After completing a degree, Hiring Managers …
The Last Interview I Had Was…Hmmm
You’ve been invited to interview – nice! Now what? If it’s been a while since you’ve sat in the hot seat, excitement can quickly turn into anxiety, especially if you …
How Do I Know a Headhunter is Legit?
If Headhunters are reaching out to you, congrats – your Linked In profile is working! But with so many individuals hanging up a shingle today promoting their executive search services, …
Nail the Negotiations
“If you don’t ask, the answer is always ‘no‘.” This is a good mantra for life, and a critical mantra for salary negotiations. If you want to maximize your starting …
Why Negotiate?
If you don’t ask, the answer is always, “no”. This blog could end with that, however, there are a few other compelling reasons to negotiate a job offer before you …