Q: I recently interviewed for a job and was invited to an initial meeting where candidates were given a group interview. I didn't get selected for a followup interview. What do you suggest I do to improve so I can...
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Internship Opportunities Out of State
Sometimes, it takes leaving your comfort zone to spend some time on an internship to make you more marketable to potential employers when you are finished with college.I was blessed to have two internships with the Walt Disney Company, and...
Training Never Ends
I had an interview today with Word of Mobile for their podcast, and one of the discussions we had was around the concept of the change in education.One of the key points I made is that training today needs to...
The Future of Education – Online, Hybrid, Outdoors?
This fall, I will be debuting the first of a series of business courses online. The first one is titled Innovation. We will look at how companies innovate, what it takes to innovate, and how to explore some of the...
E-Readers, Kindles and iPads as Learning Tools
I have fallen in love with my Kindle Reader for iPad. I tried it out on the iPhone, and the form factor was a bit small. But after seeing my colleague's Kindle, I knew I had to get one. However,...
Meet and Greet Robert Braathe at the Apple Store Crossgates – Wednesday May 26th
I'll be doing a Meet and Greet at the Apple Store Crossgates on Wednesday May 26th from 11-1. Stop in to say hello and find out about some of the great options on a Mac/iPhone or iPad for your business.http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=122333334449410&ref=tsThe...
Dez This Make Sense?
Dez Bryant, recently drafted by the Dallas Cowboys, and the GM of the Miami Dolphins, Jeff Ireland, have been discussed all over the talk circuit the past couple days regarding appropriateness of questions during interviews. If you haven't heard, Dez...
Dealing With Difficult People
Many of the biggest issues in HR involve dealing with difficult people. I spoke recently to a client who had an employee of nearly 30 years who consistently seemed to be scaring off new employees through their demeanor and lack...
The Art of Introduction and Assimilation in Business
I haven't done a scientific study, but results over the years have indicated to me that people who are introduced and assimilated into a work culture immediately upon hire stay longer, are more productive, and more successful longterm. From my...
Questions To Asks After an Interview
Q: Should I ask about compensation and benefits at an interview? What other questions should I ask? - Scotia, NYA: Benefits yes, compensation, maybe not. A good way to get an idea of how a company will take care of...