It’s not your imagination. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says that unemployed Americans are taking longer to find new jobs than at any point in the past four years, and I’m seeing much the same with unhappily or under-employed clients, as well. Lots of media outlets are saying the average search is now…
DetailsIf you’re something besides a cis white man, you have almost certainly experienced some form of discrimination in your life. It’s particularly a challenge when that discrimination impacts work or school. What can you to about it? First, let’s acknowledge that it’s a real thing that happens, not something you’re crazy for imagining. This…
DetailsThis is an incredibly difficult time to be forced into a job hunt. If you’ve lost your job, you’re probably hoping for something better while also feeling worried about your finances. If the money issues are making everything else seem small, this would be a good time for you to consider a stopgap job.…
DetailsHas anyone ever told you that you should be managing your personal brand better? If you’re like most of my clients, these are words that strike you as a little bit gross and perhaps just a little too corporate. The thing is, it’s actually a really good idea, even if we need to…
DetailsYou’ve been through the finalist interview, you like the people and they seem to like you, you’re gearing up to negotiate your salary offer… and they tell you they’ve gone with another candidate. Argh! What should you do now? Obviously it’s okay to be disappointed—even angry, sad, fed up, frustrated, and so forth. …
DetailsHappy Pride! If you’re part of the LGBTQI+ community, and maybe even if you’re an ally, you know that there are unique challenges facing this population in the job market. Some folks have an easier time—white gay men, for instance, are more frequently allowed have voices in places of power than, say, black lesbians. …
DetailsGetting ghosted when you’re looking for a job stinks! Why does it happen? Watch here to learn more.
DetailsYou’ve probably seen the complaints online: “I’ve applied for 600 jobs in the last 3 months and no interviews!” Discouraging! What’s going on? Well, the good news is that these folks aren’t actually representative of the job market. Yes, it’s tough out there, but it’s definitely not as bad as some people are…
DetailsOkay, so you got fired or laid off and you followed all the tips from last week. What now? Depending on the general state of your finances, you have, essentially, three options: Find a job as soon as you can Be picky and strategic about your search Get a retirement job Let’s go…
DetailsOkay, maybe everyone is a bit of an exaggeration, but not by much. The truth is, most of us will experience some form of involuntary job loss at some point: a firing, a layoff, a restructuring, or even the closing of a business. It stinks in the moment, but it also has the potential to…
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