Job Search, Social Media Tips
By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS If you are at the start of your career search or you are struggling and feel like you want a “do over,” this post is dedicated to helping you get on track. When I speak with HR people from varying companies, they all...
Interview Prep, Job Search, Social Media Tips
By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS Many older workers have been shell-shocked with how hard this challenging economy has hit their demographic. Older people aged 50 and over, have been affected by this financial crisis than ever before. How do you...
Job Search, Resume Advice, Social Media Tips
By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS The beginning of a New Year brings with it an opportunity to clean your slate. You can start everything fresh. Or, if you are newly laid off as often happens at the end of the year, you will be starting from scratch in...
Job Search, Must Reads, Networking, Social Media Tips
By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS There is an adage that says, “There is no substitute for preparation.” As we enter the beginning of August, on the cusp of the fall hiring season, I want to share with you some cool resources that you can use to help prepare...
Job Search, Social Media Tips
By Linda M. Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS If you were to ask me what one of the most requested speaking topics people have requested of me is, I would have to say that it has something to do with Social Media in job search. Whether it is learning about using...
Job Search, Networking, Social Media Tips
By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS In a few short weeks, we will be preparing for picnics, barbeques, beach trips and other rites of summer. If you are in career transition, you know that preparation is the name of the game. So, how do you prepare for Summer...