by Joey | Jan 31, 2013 | Networking, Tough Love
When I’m asked to impart networking advice, my natural inclination is to rattle off a list of can’t-miss best practices: Build a profile and get active on LinkedIn. Participate heavily in live and online networking events and job fairs. Schmooze your contacts now—not...
by | Jan 23, 2013 | Uncategorized
Last week, Caitlin Kelly wrote a piece for The New York Times in which she recounts the stories of four over-50 U.S. workers who recently found new jobs following lay-offs and prolonged periods of unemployment (“Over 50, and Under No Illusions”). Caitlin...
by Joey | Jan 17, 2013 | Experts, Job Search, Resumes
Not all resume writers are created equal. I am one and have been for more than 15 years. During that span I’ve hired and supervised nearly 20 resume writers at Resume Deli and elsewhere. Here’s my advice on how to pick a winner, but more so, when to fire your resume...
by | Dec 5, 2012 | Uncategorized
Once and for all (well, no, because I’m sure I’ll need to say it again), there is no such thing as a generic resume! Employers and recruiters generally have neither the time nor the skill set to sift through your resume in order to pick out the stuff that’s...
by | Dec 4, 2012 | Uncategorized
In The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell defines “early-adopters” of technology as those with a dying need to have the latest tech before anyone else does, usually in its beta stage. Early adopters are typically individuals or small businesses with disposable income, a...
