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Here’s a secret! During your interview, potential employers are looking for two sets of skills – hard skills and soft skills. Hard skills are recognizable skills that are easy to measure or quantify. They are skills that are relatively easy to teach. Your resume and cover letter are great places to show your hard skills. […]
I’m not taking it anymore! What is IT? IT is any Social Work license exam. Last year I said to my friends, family, and colleagues that this year I would take the exam to earn my LGSW credential. Well, changed my mind…BACK! I knew when I entered college in pursuit of a social work degree […]
I have interviewed A LOT of people. There are a few that unfortunately stand out in my mind for all the wrong reasons. Let me share three of my not so favorites. I remember: The clinician who described her work style as “loosey goosey” The guidance counselor who used a racial slur in his description […]
No matter where you are in your job search being aware of your transferable skills gives you a boost. Transferable skills are skills that are not limited to one knowledge area – they are transferable to many occupations. Honestly, all the skills you have acquired are transferable skills. Your task is to clearly show employers […]
I receive regular emails and telephones calls from students and job seekers. Some are good. Some…hmmm…not so much. My biggest pet peeve as it relates to this topic are people who send emails that don’t contain enough information for me to make even an educated guess about their skills and abilities. What may be worse […]
1. Packaged For Success Portfolio Development Seminar Professional Portfolio – a visual tool that gives employers, recruiters, scouts, and mentors a complete picture of who you are – your abilities, experiences, education, accomplishments, and potential The Packaged For Success Portfolio Development Seminar will help students, job seekers and entrepreneurs uncover new strengths, record achievements, and […]
Magnitude = great importance or consequence; greatness of size or amount On Monday I decided that the question I would ask myself daily is “have I ever done anything of this magnitude”. (It’s definitely time to stop playing small.) If the answer is yes then I know that I need to stretch beyond my comfort […]
Yesterday day was my birthday and I have to admit it was pretty AWESOME, not because I did anything especially thrilling but because life is pretty awesome! I love the place I’m in mentally, physically, and emotionally. I’m truly happy in my skin. My daughter says I’m “coming into my womanhood”! (She is definitely her […]
Get Hired Toolbox: 30 Ways To Land The Job Of Your Dreams (new Amazon book – new release offer!) I’m so grateful to be able to share my first ebook with you. Get Hired Toolbox: 30 Ways To Land The Job Of Your Dreams will enhance employment strategies utilized by ALL job seekers: Teens Recent […]