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Debra Wheatman, President of Careers Done Write, provides expert insight to the job search process that puts your career in gear with tips for interviewing, networking, job search strategies and how to create a winning resume and cover letter.
Dear Hiring Companies, It’s You
Back in June, I wrote you a breakup letter. I told you that it wasn’t you, that it was me. It’s almost a year later, and I think I need to revisit that. Because you see, it really is you, not me. This last year has shown me that you don’t hold all the cards. I’m a key player in this game, and guess what? You need me more than I need you. I figured out that without employees, you hiring companies can’t get anything done. If this last year has taught me anything, it’s that we have more power than we realized….
In Transition? Here Is What You Need to Know.
If you’re in the midst of a career transition, you know that it is a time that can be difficult to navigate. Changing careers, reentering the workforce, or switching industries can feel like an unwieldy undertaking. External challenges such as ageism, lack of direction, and outdated skills can make this process seem overwhelming. Although there are undoubtedly obstacles, a career transition is not an insurmountable endeavor. Here are some tips to help you on your journey to your new career….
The Secret to Being a Great Manager & Motivating Employees
Perhaps the top complaint that managers have about their employees is a lack of engagement among employees and a disconnect between the employees’ work and company/team goals. If we peel this back a bit further, what is revealed is that there is all too often a fundamental divide between employees’ values and those held by management. I’m not talking about corporate or “core” values; I’m talking about the values and priorities that managers and executives embody on the daily….
Redefining the role of higher education in the new world order
Undeniably, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended everyone’s life. There is no one on the planet who has not been touched by it, whether by contracting the virus itself or just by the unprecedented lifestyle changes brought about by more stringent health and safety protocols. The pandemic has defined not only the idea of the workplace but that of work itself. White-collar work is no longer predominantly performed in office buildings with cubicle farms. Now, such work is mainly being conducted remotely, and, unsurprisingly, in all but a few sectors, business has thrived. What does this mean for the next generation of developing talent? What kinds of skills and experiences will they need to flourish in this new world? And what role will higher education play?….
8 Things to do differently in 2022 to improve your job search and your career
The job market is hot right now. Employers, regardless of industry, are having trouble recruiting and retaining the talent they need, and candidates have more interview options than ever before. While this is an excellent environment for job seekers, it’s putting a strain on hiring companies and employees trying to execute on goals amid constant uncertainty and chaos. The pace of voluntary turnover shows no sign of slowing down, nor do the hiring needs of companies in all industries and fields. Add to this the ongoing pandemic; to say these are uncertain times is a gross understatement. Here are some things you can do to improve your focus and optimize your brand, your job search, and your current company….
Recruit and Retain Talent in a Competitive Market
Employees are a company’s innovators, its profit-makers, and the public face of its brand. Without employees, a company cannot make, market, or sell anything. Recruiting and retention become equally difficult as employees are more empowered than ever. What can you do to recruit and retain people in this candidate's market?….
2022 Job Search Trends to Closely Monitor
It’s officially the holiday season, and that means it’s time for the annual retrospective, along with a look forward. Each year, I like to reflect upon the past year’s trends and what we can expect in the coming year….
What’s great about the Great Resignation
You’ve undoubtedly heard the term “Great Resignation” concerning the current job market. It is undeniable that the Covid-19 pandemic has completely rewritten the rules of engagement regarding employment and job-seeking. While the Great Resignation exposes some long-held bad practices among management, it also provides all of us with a new perspective on work, life, and the integration of the two….
Work anywhere, but at what cost?
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to challenge long-held assumptions and redefine the very idea of what work is. Ultimately, this pandemic has revealed that much of which we regarded as “business as usual” was, in actuality, little more than micromanagement….
Optimize remote working and make it work for everyone
I have written previously about how employees can make remote working arrangements work to their advantage and do so effectively. Now that remote working is the norm, it’s time to revisit the topic and offer advice for both employees and managers….