Two years ago, if a client told me that the company they were interviewing with was getting ready to check references, I would have thought, “Great! It sounds like an offer is not far behind.” But now, with unemployment at 9.7%, the job search landscape is far different and more competitive than ever. As a result, many companies are checking the references of multiple candidates in order to help make their final decision. So, getting it right with your references is extremely important.
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The Best Job Search Advice I Ever Received: Pretend You’re Fired Today
Don’t get blindsided. Pretend you’re fired today, and you’ll be ready for a job search no matter what happens.
The First Things You Need to Do After You Lose Your Job
If you recently lost your job, you may be wondering what to do next. Good thing we’ve got a 3-month, step-by-step plan right here for you.
How to Cope With Unemployment
If you’ve been unemployed for any length of time, you know the vortex of feelings it can cause. Here’s how to cope and keep moving. You can do this!
Between Jobs? 5 Ways to Stay Sharp When You’re Not Working
When you’re unemployed, it’s important to stay sharp. Here are five ways to keep your professional skills honed.
How to Reinvent Your Career Path After a Layoff — Step 1: Attitude Adjustment
A layoff or other career setback can actually be an opportunity to find your true dream work. The first step? Learning to readjust your attitude.
Dealing with the Stigma of Long-Term Unemployment
The longer you’re out of work, the more an employer may wonder “what’s wrong with you.” Here’s how to address the stigma head-on.
Lemonade: It's not a pink slip, it's a blank page
I love documentaries. My brother-in-law is a filmmaker...I think I've single-handedly crashed Netflix's servers with my overusage...I've got what some might call a problem. It's as simple as that. So, when I stumbled upon Erik Proulx's film "Lemonade," I had to watch...
Lemonade: It’s not a pink slip, it’s a blank page
I love documentaries. My brother-in-law is a filmmaker...I think I've single-handedly crashed Netflix's servers with my overusage...I've got what some might call a problem. It's as simple as that. So, when I stumbled upon Erik Proulx's film "Lemonade," I had to watch...