How to Talk about Being Unemployed (& Still Get a Job)

When you’re in between jobs it can become very uncomfortable answering the inevitable questions–at job interviews, in networking or social situations–about your lack of  livelihood.

Furthermore, your responses will influence other people’s perceptions of you and your readiness for work.

Here’s how to talk about this phase in a way that moves you forward.

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The “Multi-Path” Resume

Does this sound a little like you? Roger Willco (not a real person) says “I have experience as an underwriter, a financial analyst and an executive assistant. I’m not sure which direction I’m going now, so I need a resume that can work for all these jobs.” “I need a job as soon as possible, [continue reading…]

Managing “Me, Inc.” for Career Security

Career security is not something we get from employers today. Most of us change careers several times, and jobs even more often. Some of these changes are involuntary. All of these changes can be difficult. Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu wrote, Because the sage always confronts difficulties, he never experiences them. (The nerve of that guy! [continue reading…]

Researching Your Target Companies: Questions to Ask

Interested in working for a certain company? Knowledge is power. Certain kinds of information can help you get an interview there – or help you decide if you even want to.

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Think You Know How to Network to Find a Job? Take this Quiz.

Every job seeker has heard about the importance of networking in the job search. How much do you know about how to make it work for you? Number a piece of paper from 1-10, then jot down True or False next to each number. When you’re finished, scroll down to the bottom for the answers. [continue reading…]