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5 Steps to a Great LinkedIn Photo and Why It’s Critical to Your Success
LinkedIn profiles with a professional headshot are much more likely to get outreach from recruiters than those with no photo. Here are tips on how to get a great looking professional headshot.
9 Reasons Not to Hire a Career Coach
Hiring a career coach is an investment in your future. Often people view coaching as an expense rather than an investment in their own future. Many of my clients have enjoyed a return on investment that exceeds the cost of coaching within a few weeks.
Shape up your resume for the job search marathon
These resume mistakes can stand in the way of you getting your next job. Understanding how to structure your resume can help you be more effective when looking for a new job.
Need a New Resume? Give This Free Service a Try
When you're in job search, a big obstacle to getting started can be the need to create or update a resume. Technology is making that easier. The Resume Builder tool can help you have a great resume in minutes.
Is your workplace toxic? What to do before you leave
Toxic workplaces are common. If it feels like you're ready to have a breakdown or if you're considering leaving, here are a few things you should consider to preserve your sanity and your career.
Lessons learned from a bad boss
It can be natural to want to quit your job when you're faced with a toxic workplace or bad boss. It may seem contradictory but I learned some valuable lessons from working from a very bad boss.
Colette’s Career Story: My Time in the Old Boys’ Club
Colette's career story of surviving divorce, raising five kids, getting a second degree, working as a woman in male-dominated construction industry, facing gender discrimination and ultimately starting her own construction company.
Career Curb-Appeal: Job Search Lessons from HGTV
Job search can be difficult and competitive. Your chances of landing a job more quickly can be increased greatly if you pay attention to your "career curb appeal." I share job search tips in this article.
Your envy is trying to tell you something
For many people envy is a very uncomfortable emotion to recognize in themselves. However, it can be very valuable in helping you to discover what you really want out of life and work. Pay attention to it and discover more about yourself.