Despite the staggering number of layoffs, there are fields that are still hiring. Here are some concrete steps you can take now to keep your job search on track:1) Research new fields that are growing such as Software Tech, Telemedicine, Utilities, There are openings for peopole in roles such as customer support, business analyst, data analyst, […]
5 Ways to Deal with Ageism in Your Job Search
If you are over 50, or even over 45, ageism becomes an issue in your job search. Ever go to an interview where everyone seems to be in their 20’s and 30’s?How to deal with it? This is the first in a series of blogs on dealing with ageism in your job search.1. Stay current with […]
5 Steps to Build Your Network
If you are job hunting you need to re-connect with everyone you know and expand your network – get yourself in front of the right people in the right industries to get into the companies on your job target list. If you have not looked for a job in a while, or are changing industries, […]
What questions do you ask the interviewer?
You applied for a job. You got an interview. Congratulations! You spend hours preparing your answers to typical and difficult questions so you feel confident, ready and raring to go. But what about the questions you are supposed to ask the interviewer? You know they will ask you, “Do you have any questions?” So, what […]
5 Tips for the Information Meeting
The whole point about networking and reaching out directly to people is to meet as many new people in your field as possible. Since you are not asking them for a job, you are doing research in the field, it is important to prepare for these meetings as much as you would prepare for any […]