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Cheering on the Oregon Ducks during our office March Madness competition this year reminded me of my own days playing basketball and volleyball. Many of the lessons I learned while playing these sports continue to guide my career to this day. One of the...

Just receiving an invite to a networking event can be enough to raise stress levels and elicit a sense of dread in an introverted professional. If you’re an introvert who constantly avoids networking events, however, you’re missing out on some great opportunities....

Great news: you’ve successfully navigated phone interviews and in-person interviews for your dream job – and you’re still on the shortlist. Next up: acing the interview presentation. Are you prepared? An interview presentation typically requires you to...

For many jobseekers, especially those who are working with a recruiter for the first time, a common question is, “Do I have to pay a recruiter if they find me a job?” The short answer is, “Absolutely not.” However, here’s a bit more explanation. As recruiters,...

No matter how much practice you’ve had negotiating a salary raise, doing so during the interview process or for the first time at a new company can still seem daunting. On the one hand, no one wants to come across as a money grabber. On the other hand,...

It’s almost always the first question: “How would you describe yourself?” You must know that this dreaded interview question is coming, and you have to be prepared to answer it well. Let us help you come up with the words to describe yourself in an interview....

There are certain personal conversations that inevitably (and sometimes awkwardly) make their way into the workplace. For example, you might have to tell your boss that you’re vegan when they schedule a business lunch at your local steakhouse. Or, maybe...

Let’s face it— constructive criticism is never all that easy to hear, but at least when the feedback is insightful, you have the benefit of knowing that you’ll come out new and improved on the other side. But, what about when you receive bad feedback...

With any profession or industry, confidence is the key to gaining respect and trust among your colleagues, clients and peers. In my 20 years of legal practice and nearly a decade in Legal Recruiting with Lucas Group, and currently as Executive Senior...

We all know that networking is important. Precise statistics vary, but all of the surveys on job searches tell us that roughly half of jobs are obtained through networking, not formal applications. That’s intimidating for those of us who find the concept...

In the recruiting industry, I often come across candidates who ask me questions regarding how to choose where to live rather how to find a career they will love. While it’s important to enjoy the area in which you reside, you can miss out on exceptional...

I previously discussed why an engaged presence on social media networking sites is integral to the success of one’s career search. Potential employers and HR executives often utilize these platforms to validate or gain further information about a candidate...

Social media continually offers groundbreaking opportunities for amplified connectivity, and leveraging the right platform is key to your success in our digital age. Facebook, among the frontrunners on today’s social networking platforms, has traditionally...

Three years ago, I hit a major wall in my career. I was working at a job I hated. I dreaded going to the office every day, I was legitimately terrified of my boss, and—to top it all off—I was barely making ends meet. I was in a slump. I knew—for the sake...

We all like to weigh our options carefully when we’re making decisions. How many times have you browsed six different sites to find the perfect hotel for your next trip? Or, crowdsourced opinions from four different friends to pick the best outfit for...

You’ve been at your company for a while, and a prime position has opened up in another area or a new position has been created that you’re absolutely perfect for. You express your interest and, voila! They’re interested in you for the role too and would...

HOW TO GET PROMOTED::: You’ve just started a shiny new job. The sky’s the limit! But how do you turn a job into a successful career? You’re wondering how to get promoted. Here are some tactics I live by. Do what others will not do. Learn and put into...

CAREER DIVERSIFICATION AND WHAT IT CAN DO FOR YOU. With the economy beginning to rebound, professionals are looking to make strategic moves in their careers. Many are questioning whether it’s time to diversify their career experience in another area or...

Networking conferences are an opportunity to make new industry contacts, connect with a mentor, or even land your next job. You won’t get very far, however, if you spend the entire conference talking to just one person or hovering around other people’s...

If you’re one of those people who knows what you’re doing at all times, feel free to stop reading. You probably have a meeting, a project, or a team that needs your unfailingly perfect insight. On second thought, perhaps you should stick around. Because...

The thing is, if you really think about it, a lot of the advice we give can be applied to any situation. After all, work and life aren’t all that separate from one another. Many of the lessons you learn from your job can shape your personal life, and...

It's Not That Hard To Write A Great Resume! Your resume should perform one function - to get you into an interview for position that you are interested in. With that being said, why do some resumes make it to the top of the pile and others end up in the...

WHAT IS A BIG 4 CAREER? The Big 4 is the name given to the four largest professional services firms: PwC, Deloitte, EY and KPMG. Many professionals strive to work for these firms as the learning and growth opportunities are fantastic. Yet, the burnout...

The wait to hear back following a job interview can feel endless, especially when days or even weeks pass with no news. Many job seekers wonder why the hiring process takes so long. Unfortunately, a long recruitment process is now the norm in many industries....

In a recent post , I discussed how professional success in the Intelligence Age will demand more than off-the-shelf knowledge and how strengthening the diversity, relevance and application of sought-after skill sets can help you safeguard your career...