Everything you needed to learn about finance and business, you learned in Kindergarten, right? Probably not. Writing your name, coloring, following rules, listening, being respectful, all with a sprinkling of early math and reading made up most of the curriculum.
Business training was far from the lesson plan, and certainly wouldn't spark excitement in an avid Kindergartener, anyway. But lemonade might.
Kids Have Amazing Ideas
You're selling a product and the product is you. So much of what I teach involves advanced sales techniques, as they apply to job hunting. That's because job seekers are too "me" focused when the buyer (the hiring company) wants to know what's in it for them. When the buyer is about "me" and the job seeker is about "me," the interview won't be successful. They're neglecting to take into consideration the other side of the equation.
Getting Answers When Calling
Judi Perkins
I recently interviewed one of our writers, career coach Judi Perkins, owner of FindThePerfectJob.com. Judi shared her experiences in recruiting, how she became a career coach, what she loves about her job and some advice for job seekers.
Tell me about your business.
By Jeremy Haskell, JobsInME.com
It's springtime in New England, and for many of us in the HR world, that means it's convention season. As part of my role with JobsInTheUS.com, I am tasked with attending the many wonderful events that occur in our markets: The Maine HR Convention, the Granite State HR Conference, Tri-State SHRM (Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut) and the SHRM Vermont State Conference (to be held later this year).
Market Yourself to Employers
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Your Information Is Secure
By Melissa Suey, Career and Leadership Coach, RedSkyLeadership.com
A reader asks, "I know someone who was out of work and is now making a career out of being a contractor. He seems to like it more than when he was an employee. I'd like to try it. Do I stop my job search? What do I need to consider?"
My response: I love this topic because I believe if more of us thought of ourselves as self-employed contractors, whether we're employed full-time with an organization or not, we would be more in control of our careers. Let me explain.
By Judi Perkins, FindThePerfectJob.com
In addition to drug testing and often fingerprinting, companies sometimes require credit checks. And with the extreme number of people applying for jobs, companies have implemented these checks to indicate a candidate's character.
By Margaret Hansen, JobsInME.com
Diane Dunton
I recently interviewed one of our writers, Diane Dunton, owner of Potential Released, a human resource and management consulting firm. Diane shared her experiences in business, what she loves about her job and some predictions and advice for job seekers.
Tell me about your business.
By Cynthia Wright, TheWrightStuffNH
We've all heard the old adage: You only have one chance to make a good first impression. This is especially true when you are going on the all-important first interview. Here are some timeless tips to keep in mind.
Be Prompt
By Dawn Rossetti, CPRW & Melissa Brodeur, CPRW, RelaunchCareerAssociates.com
Contemplating a return to work after a period of time off? Re-entering the workforce takes time, energy and tactical planning. Here are 10 tips we recommend to refine your road map back to success.
1. Self-Analysis
Consider your current circumstances. What sort of work arrangement will best suit your lifestyle or your income or benefit needs?
2. Get Focused
