Consider Becoming a Change Agent

Change is coming. Oh boy is it coming and we aren't even sure how to handle it! This was the message from IBM latest Global CEO Survey. Over 1000 CEOS from 40 different nations were interviewed. In this article, we want to present you a few key... (More)

How to Manage Your Career During an Economic Downturn

The economy is reeling under the pressures of a downturn. Unemployment rates are staggering and layoffs are at an all-time high. The current economic climate calls for a robust career management plan, one that will, despite the recession-like... (More)

A Checklist to Nail for Behavioral Interviews

You probably understand that job successful job seekers talk about what they have accomplished in previous positions, and present a "mini-business plan" to relate to the needs of a prospective employer. Review the following list to be sure you are... (More)

What's Your Game Plan

It's hard to get excited about our careers sometimes. Especially when bad news surrounds us. Between high unemployment, low morale, and reduced compensation, who can blame us for not wanting to jump out of bed energized and ready to start each day?

Want a Big Raise, Look For a New Job

Tom was a longtime Boeing engineer who loved airplanes and believed he'd have a permanent lifelong career with the company. His layoff caught him by surprise. He panicked. He worried about who would hire him now and how he would afford his son's... (More)

Career Planning Starts with Self-Assessment

Teena Rose talks about self-assessment, the first step in long-term career planning.

Making the Best of a Layoff

There's an old saying, "Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst." Knowing that makes this article especially useful. Teena Rose talks about making the best of a lay-off: the graceful exit. From developing a contingency plan, to negotiating your... (More)