Q: I'm having a tough time figuring out who to use as a reference for me resume, as I am graduating soon and have limited work experience. Who should I use and who should I approach?A: A professor who you...
Explaining Breaks in Employment
Many of my students ask me if employers will hold it against you when you have breaks in employment. Most employers will ask you if you have had a break in employment, and why. Having an answer that is believable,...
About Robert Braathe’s HR and Career Guide
Do you have questions on Human Resources? Questions about your career? How to treat and keep your employees? Contact me at robert@galaconcierge.comor post your comments or questions on one of the postingsTopics includeEmployee RelationsFeedbackInterviewingJob SearchOrientationsResumesTime ManagementTrainingAbout Robert BraatheRobert Braathe is...
HR and Career Q + A
Q: Do I need to list references on my resume? Or will "References Available Upon Request" suffice?A: Opinions vary on this topic. If you have a reference at each position, what I recommend is that this be included within the...
Bringing out the best in your interviewees
Nerves are a natural part of the interviewing process. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, we can come across a lot differently in an interview than we actually do in any other setting. It takes a savvy interview style to pull...