Even when you have the education and professional background to qualify for the job, don't count on it as a sure win that you will be asked to come in for an interview. In fact, your qualifications may hinder your chances.It's very common in today's market for employers to dismiss a job applicant's resume because […]

Congratulations, you've scored the interview! But, now what? You're going to do your homework to research the company, practice your elevator pitch, and pick up your suit from the dry cleaners...exactly like your competition.Getting an interview is a huge hurdle to clear and a wonderful sign that you're on the right track with your job […]

Sometimes, knowing what not to do in your job search is just as important as following the "best practices." From my experience as a career coach, I've seen countless professionals make common mistakes that can sabotage a job search. So, before you send out another application or head into your next interview, let’s talk about […]

It can be very demanding to look for another job when your current one is constantly stressing you out. After all, when you get home from a long and frustrating day, the last thing you want to do is give any more thought to the world of work. Unfortunately, most new jobs don't just fall […]

In every interview, it's important to ask questions. This especially includes phone interviews.Asking questions during any type of job interview makes you seem more intelligent and interested in the job. It also makes you more appealing to hiring managers—as long as you don't ask questions you could easily find the answers to. If you ask […]

Howdy, LinkedIn tech enthusiasts! Saddle up for a wild ride with me through Austin's digital frontier, where innovation flows faster than the Colorado River. This is not your average tech roundup—we're diving into a city so wired that even the bats are coding! Austin's keeping it wonderfully weird and Windows-erful, y'all. I’ve compiled a list […]

I have been asked recently what I attribute my success to and how have I been able to grow in my career. After thinking about this for a moment I responded that it was when I was a store manager for Target and realized that it is not possible for me to do everything that […]

Know the saying, “Applying for jobs is a full-time job"? Don't listen to it. Applying for jobs you're not qualified for is counterproductive to your job search. Competition is too fierce. Even qualified applicants aren't getting callbacks. So, stop applying to so many jobs and allocate time each week to becoming more hirable.Here are five […]

Whether you've just graduated from college, you're in the middle of your career, or you're in your 60s, competition for jobs is fierce. So, how can you stay relevant in today's job market?Here are six ways to stay on top of your game...1. Brand UpIf you want to market yourself effectively, you need to clearly […]

Our thoughts are magnets that attract the outcomes we are thinking about. Even if you want something desperately, if your thoughts say you will never get it, guess what? You won't. However, if you change your thoughts on achieving it, you will.This is mostly because if your thoughts are laser-focused on getting or accomplishing something, […]