If 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…
This 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.…
Has 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…
You’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. …
Happy 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. …
Okay, 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…
The job market stinks right now, no two ways about it. But if you’re struggling to find a job, will it help you to work with a recruiter? Let’s start with who recruiters are. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types: in-house and external. (There’s actually a lot more nuance than that, but let’s keep…
It can feel a little ridiculous if you don’t really know what sort of job you want, but rest assured, you’re not alone! Lots of people struggle with this. My theory is that it’s not something we’ve really gotten to explore as adults, and mostly we’ve just gone along with things like what people said…
“Do you have any questions for us?” It’s one of the most dreaded questions in an interview, and all too often, people can’t come up with an answer and just thank the interviewers. But that’s not the way to a job! Asking questions is important because it shows your curiosity, research, and professionalism. …
Lots of people find that they get very nervous in an interview, so if you do, too, know that it’s not unusual. These tips will help you get through the process a little bit. Learn as much as you can about the employer before you interview. Look at their website and their LinkedIn company…