How to Redeem a Disastrous Job Interview

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You prepared long and hard for job interview, and the day has finally come. You make it through the first few questions and feel things are a on the right track. Then, all of a sudden you are hit with a question and the interview takes a sharp turn for the worse. Perhaps you were not anticipating that type of question or maybe you were and the answer just did not come out the way you planned.

What can you do to salvage the interview before it is took late? This article offers some pointers on how to rescue your interview and hopefully receive a call back for a second interview.

The Next Big Thing on Your Resume

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7 Tips for Surviving & Thriving at Networking Events

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It seems like face to face networking has taken a backseat to social networking site; however, you should not overlook this valuable resource.  Especially when you are conducting a job search. Not only can you create an in person connection but it also allows you to in turn, expand your social media circle.

Here are 7 tips for making the most of your next networking function. If you do not have an upcoming networking meeting scheduled on your calendar, now is a good a time as any to find one!

5 Ways to Ruin a Resume

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We have discussed what is important to have on resumes in order to "be seen" but what about ways you can ruin a resume without even realizing it? 

Those "little" things that can move your resume to the bottom of the stack, or even worse, into the trash can?

View this article for 5 things you can remove from your resume, to decrease the chance that it is skimmed over due to a faux pas. 

4 Killer Dropbox Tricks

Dropbox is a Web-based file hosting service that allows users to store and share files and folders with other via the Internet using file synchronization. 


This article offers some great tips on how to use a valuable resource.


Do you use Dropbox?

Weekend Wrap-Up September 24, 2011

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Did you miss any of our posts this week? If so, catch up here:

Monday--How to Take Control of Your Commute
Tuesday--Motivating Workers is About More Than Salary
Wednesday--Staying Inspired When You Work Alone
Thursday--What is Going on With the "New" Facebook
Friday--9 Secrets of Motivated People

9 Secrets of Motivated People

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How do you stay motivated when you hit a personal or professional rut? 


Read this Real Simple article to get ideas on how to become re inspired.

What is Going on With the "New" Facebook

If you have logged in to your Facebook account in the past few days, you probably noticed some big changes.


A lot of people have been frustrated by the changes, but stay ahead of the curve with this quick tutorial from Mashable.


What do you find most helpful about the changes? Least helpful?

Staying Inspired When You Work Alone

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Most days when you work from home, you stay plenty busy getting everything done and meeting deadlines. But some days, one can feel lonely and then motivation and productivity can take a nosedive. 


So, what can you to get over this momentary road block?


Here are some great ideas to get you started. What do you do to stay inspired over the long haul, when working alone?

Motivating Workers is About More Than Salary

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Salary can certainly play a role when deciding to accept a job offer, but money alone cannot determine long term job satisfaction.


What other factors play a role in motivation? View this article here from Clark Howard.


What factors, other than money, motivate you?

How to Take Control of Your Commute

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Do you feel like your commute to work is out of control? A collection of wasted time, frustration and wishing you could just teleport to your job and avoid it all together.


But what can you do to take back control of your time? This article suggests what you can do to feel better at the end of the day and maximize the use of your time in the car, on the bus or on the train.

What do you do to make you commute less stressful and more productive?


Or you could avoid the commute all together and telework.

Weekend Wrap-Up September 17, 2011

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Did you miss any of our posts this week? If so, catch up here:

Monday--How to Write a Professional Summary for Your Resume
Tuesday--7 Things Your Resume Just Does Not Need
Wednesday--How to Conduct Your Own Annual Review
Thursday--The Fastest Growing Jobs Over the Next Decade 
Friday--10 Things to Do While Between Jobs

10 Things To Do While Between Jobs

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How do you make the most of the time between jobs, Whether you are looking for a new gig or have some time before your next project starts, how ca you best utilize your time?


This article from JobMob gives you ideas on the best ways to maximize your time in transition.


Why project are you most proud of completing in a time of transition?

The Fastest Growing Jobs Over the Next Decade

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Did your profession make the the list? Are you thinking about changing careers? View this list to see where you job falls on the spectrum.


A hint--the healthcare industry gives a strong showing, as usual.

How to Conduct Your Own Annual Review

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Most jobs require some sort of annual, bi-annual or quarterly review. It allows you and your employer to see what your are accomplishing, if you are staying on track and to denote areas for potential growth. It is a way of charting your course and adjusting, if necessary.


But often we do not take the time to apply this to our personal life. And since our personal life and development can effect our professional life, it would really benefit us to do this in more than one way.


View these ideas from Chris Guillebeau, on how checking in once a year can take your personal and professional life to the next level.

7 Things Your Resume Just Does Not Need

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When it comes to resume writing, the more you have on your resume the better, right? Not necessarily. 


Pull out the most recent version of your resume and compare it to the list here. Do you have one or more of the items on the list still hanging out on your resume? If, so why take a moment to update it.

How to Write a Professional Summary for Your Resume

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Does your resume include a Professional Summary at the beginning? If not, you are missing one of the most vital pieces of information in regards to selling yourself! 


Gone are the days of the generic "Objective" paragraph as an opener. Now employers look for that summary which is a paragraph or two that encapsulates who you are as a professional.


View these tips, for ideas on how to begin writing your summary. Make this important addition to your resume today!

Weekend Wrap-Up September 10, 2011

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Did you miss any of our posts this week? If so, catch up here:


Monday--Happy Labor Day
Tuesday--How To Protect Your Laptop in Case of Theft
Wednesday--The Ten Worst Things You Can Put on Your Resume
Thursday--This is Why You Didn't Get the Job
Friday--The Three Things a Hiring Manager Needs to Know in Order to Hire You

The Three Things a Hiring Manager Needs to Know in Order to Hire You

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When hiring a new employee, the Hiring Manager wants to make sure that they employ "the one", avoiding anyone who is not the right fit for the company.


But what do they factor in, other than skills and education, when making the final decision? And what can you do to make sure that your "it" factor shines through. Read this article by Joshua Waldman on for tips on projecting yourself professionally.

This is Why You Didn't Get the Job

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You submitted your resume, got a call back and even went through two rounds of interviews. But you still did not get the job. Do you ever wonder why. Sure, there are those instances where someone else was a better fit but could there be other reasons that you have control over?

This article provides a list of things YOU can DO to increase your chances of getting the job you want. Use it as check list to see what you can CHANGE now to really "wow" the hiring manager in your next interview.

The Ten Worst Things You Can Put on Your Resume

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We talk a lot about resumes on this blog. And rightfully so. Professionally, it is someone's first impression of you. Whether your resume is posted on LinkedIn, or a Hiring Manager is reviewing after you submit if for a position, your resume speaks volumes about you. Not just your education and work history but also faux pas that can be found.


Do you have any deal breakers or your resume. Anything that might cause a Hiring Manager NOT to hire you.


Read the tips from FINS here on how you can remove the ten worse things you could put on your resume.


Do you have any of these ten on your resume?

How To Protect Your Laptop In Case of Theft

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We often do not think about our electronics becoming stolen, until it happens. Do you have any safeguards in place to prevent its theft. What about if your laptop were to become stolen. Do you have any recourse? 

Read these tips on how to prevent your laptop's demise as well as possible recover it should it ever go MIA.

Happy Labor Day

Happy Labor Day!

We are taking the day off from blogging. We will be back tomorrow with our regularly scheduled post.

Weekend Wrap-Up September 3, 2011

Did you miss any of our posts this week? If so, catch up here:


Monday--How to Prep for an Interview Via Skype
Tuesday--Telecommuters Are More Ethical Than Office Bound Employees--Is This True?
Wednesday--Sneak in These Simple Exercises at the Office to Stay Healthy
Thursday--What I Have Learned From 15 Years in Business
Friday--Ten Tops for Respectful and Effective Shared Calendaring

Ten Tips for Respectful and Effective Shared Calendaring

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With the introduction of "the cloud", calendar sharing options have exploded. You know longer have to physically sync a device which opens up the number of people who may have access to a calendar.


This can be an advantage but it can also cause complications, if everyone if not on the same page.


Follow these tips to allow for effective and considerate calendar sharing.


What are your tips for making a shared calendar work?

What I Have Learned From 15 Years in Business

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Hindsight is 20/20, right. Here are 15 "I wish I knew" moments from Pamela Slim. Learn from her 15 years, so that you don't have to make these same mistakes yourself.


Read this advice and learn what not to do.