Newsletter Archive

"Take time to reflect on your performance over the past year. You cannot out-perform in the New Year without understanding your goals, accomplishments, wishes, etc., of the last one." read more ...

"Be thankful for the help you receive from others. We encourage ‘thank you’ emails after a first introduction, first meeting, or interview."  read more ...

"Google yourself. Know your online presence and ensure it is portrayed the way you would like it to be!" read more ...

"Be flexible with your approach in your job or in gaining employment. Proving yourself in other areas could lead to more success!"  read more ...

"It is better to give than to receive. If you ask for help, be sure you are doing your part to help others."  read more ...

"Learn from a mistake: Understand what it is you’ve done wrong, come up with a solution and move forward." read more ...

"Although difficult at times, stay motivated to achieve your goals. Visualize achievements, track progress, reward milestones, and keep it fun!" read more ...

"Preparation is vital to a good meeting or interview. Know who you're meeting with, what you intend to discuss and what you hope to accomplish." read more ...

"Try and focus on what you do best and use that as your competitive advantage." read more ...

"Know your top talent. Know who they are and what they want. Communicate with them regularly about their careers and how your company can support them." read more ...

"Interviewers want to see enthusiasm and passion in candidates; touch on past accomplishments which make you proud during an interview." read more ...

"Be positive. Even on a phone call try to smile as it comes across in your voice inflection and can be the difference in making a positive impression." read more ...

"When applying for a job, be prepared to take a test or complete an assignment before getting set up for an interview." read more ...

"Utilize online resources to help you prepare for interviews, Google search interview questions specific to the skill set." read more ...

"Research emerging new technologies and help your companies choose the correct one for their business needs." read more ...

"Follow market trends and align your career path accordingly. For example, mobile development is a current trend, make an effort to learn it to make your skill set HOT." read more ...

"Always strive to learn something new, add a new skill to your resume. If you are unemployed take a few classes and get certified. If you are employed, take on new tasks, and ask for additional training, make yourself indispensable." read more ...

"Applying for jobs through the various job boards is less likely to get you an interview. Search the several degrees of connections you have within each company and use those connections to land yourself an interview. " read more ...

"Give people a reason to want to: reach out to you, speak with you, seek your advice, and
also talk about you in a positive way. Brand yourself as "Subject Matter Expert". Show your
expertise as much as possible." read more ...

"Try to set 1 new meeting a week with someone you don’t know, but would like to get to know better, and 1 meeting with someone you already know, but would like to re-connect with." read more ...

"Networking is a supportive system of sharing information and services among individuals and groups having a common interest. We recommend you make Networking a Habit." read more ...

"Network, Network, Network! Target specific user groups and associations that pertain to your profession and attend regularly. Being visible is everything in today’s marketplace." read more ...

"If you want to try to make sure you are not the victim of a layoff during this economic downturn; sharpen your skills, take on new projects and responsibilities, even if it is outside of your job description." read more ...

"During an interview, never talk negatively about any former employers or individual managers. Always be positive even if it hurts you to say nice things." read more ...