My clients suffer more over cover letter writing than any other aspect of the job search. This is your professional introduction that should build off your resume. The cover letter must be the most compelling document you have ever written....
Note: Albany.com is not responsible for posts and comments written by non-staff members.
50 Networking NO NOs!
If you really want to find a job, then double your networking efforts. It's the best job search technique. Networking is an art and science that anyone can learn. To be successful in your search, I strongly suggest a strategy...
13 of the Toughest Interview Questions
The interview is the final stage before a job offer is made, so you must give an absolute command performance. Success means getting a perfect A+. Anything less and you come in second place. There is often a question behind...
Dr. Tom’s Career Tips: Should You Give Your Facebook Password to Employers?
Dr. Tom's Career Tips: Should You Give Your Facebook Password to Employers? http://www.news10.com/story/17289952/local-human-resources-speaks-on-facebook-hiring-controversary...
The 9 Stages of the Interview
There is, in fact, a logical process to the interview. By knowing the particular sequence of the interview, you will perform with greater confidence. Every interview is going to have its own flow, but the following is a sample format...
7 Techiques for Work/Life Balance
Maintaining work/life balance is the hardest thing to accomplish in adulthood. Many people today are too busy making a living that they don't have time to make a life. Don't expect to continue down the same path and get any...
The Five Career Stages
I always ask my clients their age. I don't mean to make them feel bad about how old they are. But someone that's 55 is at a different stage in their career and life than someone that's 25 or 45. ...
50 Interviewing NO NOs!
So much of the job search is out of your control. The interview is one of the few aspects of the job search you can control. The interview is a selection process for which you can practice and prepare. There...
15 Career Development Myths
During your career you often hear conflicting messages about the nature of work. Too many people today believe in myths and have excuses that prevent them from moving forward with their career plans. Knowing the truth about these common inaccuracies...
The 8 Major Types of Interviews
There are many types of interviews serving diverse purposes. Knowing what to expect can help you achieve your goals. 1. Informational Interview The objective of this interview is to ask for advice and learn more about a particular career...