Before you accept any job offer, it's essential to understand the culture you're walking into. Discover the right questions to ask that will reveal how an organization truly operates—from leadership style to employee engagement. Get the insights you need to make an informed decision!

As states continue to crack down on non-compete agreements, understanding your rights is more important than ever. In my latest post, I’ve compiled a comprehensive list of which states have banned or restricted non-competes as of 2024, including laws that protect lower-wage workers and high-turnover industries. Whether you’re considering a new opportunity or dealing with an old non-compete, this guide will help you navigate the changing landscape.

Losing your job can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to define your next steps. In my latest post, I’ll walk you through the most important things to do right after a layoff—how to protect your rights, negotiate your severance package, and take care of yourself emotionally during this challenging time. Don’t let this setback be the end of your story. Read on to discover how to turn a difficult moment into a fresh start.

Ready for a job change? Discover the power of pre-quitting—an approach to career management that can save you time, reduce stress, and unlock hidden job opportunities.

As the job market cools and unemployment ticks up, it's tempting to play it safe and wait for better times. But even in a shifting landscape, opportunities abound for those who stay proactive. Discover key trends and actionable steps to keep your career moving forward.

Thinking about using ChatGPT to draft your resume, cover letter, or LinkedIn profile? It can certainly be a powerful tool, but before diving in, let's have a heart-to-heart about its limitations.

Discover how to make your LinkedIn profile shine with formatting tricks like bolding, underlining, italics, and more.

In 1982, The Clash, a legendary English punk band at the forefront of the punk movement in the 1970s and 1980s, released "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" This song, while exploring themes of romantic uncertainty, strikingly parallels the quandaries we face in our careers.

LinkedIn might seem a bit plain, but guess what? You can jazz it up with special characters!

Understanding a company's culture is pivotal when you're considering a new job. The hiring process itself—often overlooked as just a procedural formality—is actually packed with clues about the organization’s work environment and values.

Today’s workforce is hyper-competitive. It’s hard to stand out, and if you’re hunting for a job, you need strategies to appear more credible, authentic, and memorable than your peers.

The single most effective thing you can do in an interview is to make your experience come alive through stories and real-world examples.

Before becoming a career coach, I spent over 25 years in the recruiting industry, 22 of them leading my own practice. Drawing on that experience, I’d like to share some tips on building mutually beneficial relationships with recruiters and turn them into career advancement allies.

At the risk of ruffling any feathers, here is a fictional cover letter to get you into the Thanksgiving spirit.

Don’t Make This Often-Overlooked Resume Mistake! Elevate Your Resume by Mastering the Subtle Art of Proper Capitalization

Mid-career professionals face unique challenges when navigating the interview process. When you get to mid-career, job interviews are different. You’re likely to be older than the people interviewing you, which creates the potential for age bias—conscious or unconscious.

This insightful piece by respected career coach John Tarnoff reveals insightful strategies and tips that will help you more confidently overcome the inherent obstacles you’ll face when someone younger than you has the power to decide your fate.

You're probably familiar with the typical interview questions that virtually every employer poses. You know, the ones most people diligently prepare for in advance, such as "tell me about yourself," "why do you want this job," or the one about your strengths and weaknesses.

But what about those unexpected, thought-provoking questions that some savvy interviewers might toss your way? These questions are strategically crafted to uncover your true personality, instincts, and soft skills.

Ever leave a job interview second guessing your answer to a question, remembering something you neglected to mention, or wondering whether something you said may have been misinterpreted?

Your LinkedIn profile is the world’s window into your career. It’s the one place for every piece of information you want potential employers, recruiters, colleagues, advisors, mentors, and friends to know about you.

Your profile is much more than an online resume. Yes, it includes the information from your resume (put it in the Experience section). But the power of the profile is the complete 360-degree view of you as a whole person.

If you think cover letters are a waste of time, think again. According to research conducted by the writer of this post, the overwhelming majority of recruiters and hiring managers still read cover letters in certain situations.

Ever wondered what makes some LinkedIn profiles shine brighter than others? Here are 7 easy hacks for optimizing your profile so it gets noticed by recruiters and brand yourself as someone worth knowing. Click the link below to learn more about taking control of your career narrative and unlock the full potential of your LinkedIn profile!