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What Successful Job Seekers Have in Common

If only there were a formula for getting a job. Follow steps "A," "B," and "C" and end up with the job of your dreams. While it's not that simple, there are some strategies that have proven to be effective. Based on interviews I conducted with job... (More)

Back to Basics

In this time of corporate upheaval, economic downturn, and general uneasiness, many job seekers rush to get resumes out and to set up interviews. In this rush, simple details that can make a candidate stand out among their peers are often left by the... (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)

Phone Interviews

If you haven't interviewed for a job in awhile, you may be surprised when you are asked to do a phone interview first. Most companies are using a phone interview to speed up the hiring cycle.

10 Reasons You Are Not Getting Interviews

You created the resume. You composed the cover letter. You applied for the job opening and now you wait. Waiting... it's a hard place to be when you desire action in your job search. Want to increase your chances for getting an interview? Make sure... (More)

Tips to a Successful Interview Follow-up

GL Hoffman reads Heather Eagar's article, "Tips to a Successful Interview Follow-up." Her 5 tips will make interviews memorable and GL's comments certainly help to re-state her important points.

Unchallenging Job

Sue Morem talks with a disillusioned employee who is unchallenged by her job. Her advice talks about discovering mistakes, learning from them, and knowing how to avoid them in future interviews and jobs.

Richard Bolles Interview - Part 3

GL Hoffman interviews Richard Bolles. Part 3 of a 3 part series, they discuss the modern workforce and ways that today's jobseekers can find jobs they enjoy.

Richard Bolles Interview - Part 2

GL Hoffman interviews Richard Bolles. Part 2 of a 3 part series, they discuss the modern workforce and ways that today's jobseekers can find jobs they enjoy.

Richard Bolles Interview - Part 1

GL Hoffman interviews Richard Bolles. Part 1 of a 3 part series, they discuss the modern workforce and ways that today's jobseekers can find jobs they enjoy.

When Did You Feel Motivated?

Carole Martin asks "When have you been most motivated?" Once you find that answer, you'll do better at interviews and in your job. To find that answer, Carole offers some wonderful personal exercises.