This is a question I receive often, and the simple answer is YES! A job offer is exactly that…an offer. Like any other offer, including those you would personally make on anything from a garage sale item to a car or a house, the opening bid is a starting point for the negotiation. Read more
The 3 Things You Say That Might Be Hurting Your Career
Ever had a conversation with someone and thought to yourself, “Wow, we’re just not on the same page”? I have, and it often stems from a few repeated phrases. There are certain things people say that make them sound like part of the problem, instead of part of the solution. While I believe that removing this kind of vocab is really part of an overall attitude shift, if you’re interviewing, looking for a career change, or trying to get a promotion, definitely take heed and start eliminating this kind of passive, negative language. Read more
Work-Life Balance? Yeah Right! 3 Reasons to Love a Little Inconsistency.
I am definitely a little compulsive with some things, and as a professional resume writer it actually comes in handy to streamline the writing and editing process. To give you an example, as a child I would literally have heart palpitations if someone wrote on my book covers. Remember spending hours covering your books in paper bags? Yeah, well I liked mine as is! Read more
Celebrate Your Independence…and Your Personal Value Proposition
As we celebrate our patriotism, our BBQ, and everything that makes us uniquely American, I think it’s important to reflect on what makes each one of us uniquely us! Everyone has something that sets them apart from the pack, and that’s what a professional resume can illustrate when it’s done right. Read more
5 LinkedIn Summary Writing Ideas to Improve Your Networking Power
LinkedIn is an essential cornerstone of your job search. In addition to having a professional resume and a winning personal branding statement, your online reputation is the key to opening doors. LinkedIn summaries are not the place to copy and paste your resume or use the executive bio from your company’s website. It’s a different platform with different goals, challenges and audiences. Treat it that way and you’ll get stronger, more positive responses to your LinkedIn persona. Read more
