While prepping clients for their interview, we spend a great amount of time discussing the importance of quality communications. During an interview, for optimum communications to occur it must incorporate such elements as knowledge of subject the matter, proper word choice, body language and the one most often underestimated “our clothing”. In addition to helping […]
The fastest way to land a job is to develop a plan and put it into action. A good place to start is to create an “action list” for each of the 5 stages of the job hunt. Below you’ll find a description of each stage as well as a list of possible tasks. But […]
Many clients I speak with are frustrated because they are not moving up quickly into a position of leadership or supervision. Many of them are fearful of not being able to grow and develop into higher-level positions. Valid concern. Sometimes we get stuck in a job and it’s hard to break out and rise above a […]
Recruiting software and applicant tracking systems are increasingly used by employers to pre-screen job candidates’ resumes. While these programs save invaluable time for hiring managers and recruiters, they are also flawed and error-prone, sometimes even eliminating excellent job candidates from consideration. To ensure that your professional resume isn’t mistakenly thrown out, follow these 5 easy […]
This is the 1st of a 5-part series on how to create an honest and all-inclusive resume to become a Firefighter. In order for you to truthfully answer this question you must first be clear as to what a fire service resume is for and what the components of a successful resume are. We will […]
These are fearful times. Reading about economic instability, terrorism, and other threats is enough to make you want to lock your doors and stay safely home. But with fear comes opportunity to demonstrate courage. Just observe five realities. 1. Shift from stupid courage to smart courage. When I was a kid, a ferocious dog named […]
Looking for a new position is challenging as we know it, however, retaining one’s position in the perpetual fluid workplace can be just as tough. Fortunately, there are strategies that you can put into place, starting today, that will offer you increased value to your organization while simultaneously building your marketability for potential new opportunities. […]
Contrary to popular belief, being over-booked and over-stressed is not a sign of success. If your email inbox is always overflowing, your to-do list never ends, and you often find yourself without time to eat lunch, you may be a Very Important Person with lots of very important things to do… or you may be […]
A career in the fire service will test you every day and can be incredibly satisfying. Firefighting requires exceptionally difficult and demanding physical work. You will perform strenuous activities and handle all types of emergencies, including life-or-death situations. The job of a firefighter is often times underestimated. A great number of candidates are overwhelmed by […]
While most people consider the job interview process a way for an employer to find the best candidate to fill a job vacancy, the interview is also a tool that job seekers can use to determine whether the hiring organization is right for them. Sure, the adage that “beggars can’t be choosers” certainly has its […]
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