Answers to job search questions and employment questions http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog.php junk@ahfx.net en-US copyright Aspire for Success, 2006   This likely comes as no surprise to you, but employee loyalty is not what it used tobe. In a recent survey of employee benefits, trends, and attitudes, MetLifefound that employee loyalty is at a seven-year low. And, a 2011Careerbuilder.com report discovered that three-fourths of all full-time...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/25216 May 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/252Employment Trends     Being let go from a job is devastating and it might make you feel like a failure. It can be a blow to your self-esteem, especially if you gave the job your all.   However, if you look at this layoff another way, it can be an opportunity to reassess what happened. Use it also to...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/25009 May 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/250Career Reinvention   More executives are on the move, but many of them are expecting to move laterally and not advance into a position where they will earn an increase in compensation. These are some of the results that were unveiled in the 2011 Mid-Year Executive Outlook Report by BlueSteps.com, an online career...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24919 April 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/249Employment Trends     Since its launch, BranchOut, a professional networking platform on Facebook, has been growing steadily. Before BranchOut, many job seekers were reluctant to use Facebook as a job search tool because of all the personal information that could be displayed.  That has all changed now...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24804 April 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/248LinkedIn and Social Media   For this post, I decided to consult two of my favorite resume writers (Jill Grindle and Jeanne Knight) for advice on what is important to include in a resume in today’s job market. I have included their tips and websites below.   In addition to their comments, I’ll chime in...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24715 March 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/247Resume and Cover Letters   If you are in between roles consulting on a part-time basis, or reinventing as a small business owner, then you are going to have some learn some marketing strategies, if you would like your business to grow. This month, I decided to interview and share tips from one of my former clients, Kathy...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24629 February 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/246Other If everyone seems to be talking about LinkedIn as the place to raise your visibility or make connections for a job search/career change, then what are you doing about it? Well, there are many things you can do immediately to improve your professional visibility through LinkedIn.   Here are five...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24508 February 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/245LinkedIn and Social Media     I have read a number of articles lately about LinkedIn, and one of the most recurring themes is how to get recruiters attention on LinkedIn. Company and independent recruiters don’t necessarily wait to view the job applications they receive on their website.  Many are now searching...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24424 January 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/244LinkedIn and Social Media     If you did not get the opportunity at the end of the year to sit down and think about what you accomplished in 2011, now is your opportunity.   Use the first few weeks of January to put together your Victory Journal for 2011. These victories or successes can be good food for thought...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24212 January 2012 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/242Other     Early in November, I attended a virtual career conference, in which a variety of career and branding topics were discussed over three days. One of the sessions was a recruiter panel discussing the importance of the resume versus social media profiles. It is always interesting to hear...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24121 December 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/241LinkedIn and Social Media     With social networking on the rise, I have been receiving many questions from clients about the importance of Facebook for job search and other career related activities.  For this post, I decided to interview my colleague, Barb Safani in New York, who is admittedly one of the most...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/24008 December 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/240LinkedIn and Social Media Job hunting online can be such a solitary and lonely act. You are applying for a job that you think you would like, that you think you're a well-qualified for, and that you think the employer would immediately like you. And, then ... you hear nothing. Absolutely nothing. You have now entered the...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23923 November 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/239Job Search   As the work world changes, more of us are setting up shop and working from home. This includes those of us who are between jobs, free-lancers, and telecommuters.   There are obvious advantages to working from home, such as no commuting time and costs, controlling our own time, schedule,...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23809 November 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/238Other   If you're looking for a new job in 2011, expect to have some company. Whether you've been out of work for a while, or currently employed but looking for a better position or a career reinvention, you won't be alone in the job market.   In fact, last year's tough economy, layoffs, and high...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23727 October 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/237Employment Trends     I recently interviewed Sharon Teitelbaum, a Work-Life Balance and Effectiveness Coach, on setting boundaries, why they're important, and the pitfalls of not establishing them.   Sharon says boundary setting is important for the same reason that having a budget is important: your...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23620 October 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/236Interviewing     Research can be the key element to the success of any project. It is essential to do your homework and be prepared to ensure the best possible results. This also is true for your career reinvention.   You must engage in self-reflection, and career brainstorming to dream up new...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23512 October 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/235Career Reinvention     Don't rule out older experiences, community service, or volunteer roles for your career change résumé. Review every possibility from your life and professional experience that could showcase the skills and experience you want a prospective employer to see.   One example...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23406 October 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/234Resume and Cover Letters     Bragging a bit is a key ingredient of résumé writing, whether for a career reinvention or not. Your achievements tell the story of who you are, what motivates you, and how you have added value to previous employers.   Your résumé should be populated...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23329 September 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/233Resume and Cover Letters   What are keywords, and why are they important when writing a career change résumé? A keyword is the foundation for how hiring managers search for and identify candidates in résumé databases.   When writing a résumé for a career reinvention, you...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23221 September 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/232Resume and Cover Letters   Before you write your résumé for your career reinvention, you must do your homework. That means you must do your research, online and offline, about the industry, the company, and even the potential hiring manager you might encounter.   That way, you can understand the skills...http://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/23115 September 2011 GMThttp://www.aspireforsuccess.com/weblog/231Resume and Cover Letters