By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS As we prepare for the upcoming holiday season, it is time to examine a unique opportunity to network. The holiday season, a time for office parties, family gatherings and parties with friends presents a rich opportunity for...
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...
By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS As the 9/11 ceremonies are observed around the country, I am struck by the strength and resilience that the people of this country exhibited in the throes of this terrible tragedy. To all of those people who lost loved ones, be...
By Linda M. Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS First of all, I would like to send my heartfelt wishes for a speedy resumption of power, water and whatever else is necessary to all of those who have suffered so terribly as a result of Hurricane Irene. Connecticut, like...
By Linda Van Valkenburgh, MS, CCMC, CJSS In my last posting, Networking Your Way To Success: Part 1, I started sharing information about networking geared for those who are pros at it as well as for those who shudder at the thought of networking. For those of you who...