Facebook, “The Social Network,” and Your Career Campaign

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By Linda Van Valkenburgh The release of the movie “The Social Network” has brought Facebook, one of the most popular social networking sites, to the forefront.  I wonder if the creators of Facebook ever realized the impact that their creation would have in the world...

How To Build Your Confidence Before A Job Interview

Career Transition, Interview Prep, Job Search

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS, CELDC After all of the networking, emailing, and inquiring about jobs, you’ve finally landed an interview. Congratulations – your hard work has paid off! This is a great step to the next chapter in your career....

7 Steps To Finding Your Next Job With A Recruiter

Career Transition, Interview Prep, Job Search

By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS, CELDC Are you ready to find your next job, but feeling paralyzed about how to start your search? With so many job web sites and a more competitive landscape than ever before, it can feel overwhelming to take the first...

What “Mad Men” Teaches Us About Career Search

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By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS, CSMCS This past Sunday marked the opening of the new season of the hit TV series, “Mad Men.” The title refers to Madison Avenue and its strong connection to advertising in the 1960’s, not insanity.  “Mad Men” is an...

Using A Smart Resume In Career Transition

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By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS In the last newsletter, I spoke about things to consider in getting ready for the fall hiring season. Included in this was a reference to reviewing and refreshing your resume. I often have clients ask me questions about their...