What to Do the First Year at Your New Job

You just got a new job! Now, it’s time to sit back, relax, and … start working on your resume, networking, and personal branding!  You’re probably thinking, “But wait! You’re confused! I just GOT a new job! Those are the things you do BEFORE you get a new job!”...

Cracking the Code: Essential ATS System Tips for Job Seekers

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) help recruiters and employers store and manage resumes, but they can also result in your not getting an interview for a job that would be a good fit. Some ATS systems scan your resume for content, and can automatically reject you....

5 Steps to Writing a Successful Bio

Have you ever been asked to provide a bio for work, a community event, or a club you are part of? A good bio should keep the audience engaged, a task that can be challenging because a bio is primarily a list of accomplishments, and — let’s face it —...

How to Launch Your Career or Business with a Blog

I remember when I first heard the term “blog.” I was 14 and sitting beside my best friend in the library’s computer lab. She leaned over and whispered to me, “Hey, guess what I found last night? It’s this thing called a weblog – or blog – and it’s like an online...