The World is On Fire
Jeremy Gross lost his job and found a new land within himself. — I am going to present a metaphor, a mixed metaphor. It’s going to a mixture of two images that have never been brought together...
View ArticleJobs, Sales and the Fishing Metaphor
David Kaiser likes to fish. And he takes what he learns there and applies it to job seeking and sales. — I like to fish, and it makes for great metaphors, like “give a man a fish and he’ll eat for a...
View ArticleSeventy-Seven Days and Counting
That’s how long it’s been since I was laid off. Today was the 1st day I felt fear. Having worked for the same organization for close to 20 years I was not prepared for that July day to come, or at...
View ArticleTips and Tricks for Your Resume
Entrepreneurship is not just about giving orders from behind my desk but also being responsible for the professional and satisfying performance of the employees. Therefore, I like to be involved in the...
View ArticleHow To Know When To Quit Your Job
— There are plenty of signs that it’s time to start looking for a new job. When you wake up in the morning and dread going to work, feel lethargic and unmotivated about your job, or start to catch...
View ArticleHow and Why We Cage Ourselves
There’s a book I like to read to my children called Put Me in the Zoo by Robert Lopshire. It’s about big, friendly, bear-like creature who really wants to live in the zoo. Unfortunately the zoo isn’t...
View Article4 Unexpected Things You Need To Land Your Dream Job
It’s a little intimidating to think about landing a job right now, let alone your dream job. With COVID-19, hiring freezes are happening all over the place, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get the job...
View Article5 Reasons Why Doordash Is the Best Part-Time Job
During these testing times, many people are looking for additional ways to make money. Some are looking out of necessity and some just for the sake of more security. Regardless, this has probably...
View ArticleHow To Find a Flexible Job That Suits Your Unique Schedule
— Not every professional has the luxury of working a regular 9 to 5 desk job with a steady paycheck. Even if you have the necessary qualifications and experience, there may come a time in your life...
View ArticleHow To Handle Your Resume’s Parenting ‘Gap’
Perhaps the time has come. You’re ready to get a paying job after spending months or years caring for your children. I will not insult you by calling you a stay-at-home parent any more than I would...
View ArticleJob Hunting Tips
Since I started working at Airbnb, I’ve done about 250 phone calls and coffee chats with individuals interested in coming to work at Airbnb or trying to get into tech. Here are some helpful tips I’ve...
View Article6 Red Flags Job Seekers Need to Watch Out for During the 2022 Hiring Boom
By Laura Berlinsky-Schine We’re in the middle of a Great Resignation. For job seekers, that means they should have their choice of roles. And in many cases, they do — today’s job market is in the...
View ArticleReturning to Work & Disclosure With Mental Health
Navigating having a mental health condition while returning to work can be a challenging endeavor. Being a Vocational Specialist and having worked with a number of people on returning to work, and also...
View Article7 Tips To Help You Get a Job After College
By Bernz JP Even with the lowest unemployment rate in history, getting a job today is not an easy task, especially for recent college graduates. Every college grad wants to land that first job....
View ArticleMake Job Hunting Easier With Powerful Feedback Strategies
— People look for a job for many reasons. Some people may seek a career change, better pay, or a more fulfilling job. Others may seek a position to gain experience and make valuable connections in...
View ArticleHow to Get a Job After Being Fired
If you’re trying to get a new job after being fired, this article will help you immediately. As a former recruiter, I’m going to show you how to get hired after being fired, including: How to write...
View ArticleWould You and Your Partner Work Together at the Same Office?
Present. “I don’t have a job at the moment but there is no way I would work with you at your office”, I told my partner as I stood up from the dining table and headed towards the kitchen sink. “I...
View ArticleMemo to Gen Z: How to Land Your Dream Job in 10 Simple Steps (Part 3)
Success in any meaningful life endeavor usually does not come easy. Rather, it must be earned incrementally, step by step. Success almost never occurs immediately in a vacuum, out-of-the-blue, like...
View ArticleTips to Upgrade Your Resume: A Comprehensive Guide to Showcase Your Best Self
Your resume is your personal marketing document. Its effectiveness can significantly impact your job search success. To stand out in a competitive job market, upgrading your resume continuously is...
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