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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.
Women in Technology - Part 2
Greetings and salutations! As a follow up to our blog posting on Women surviving in technology, today we are featuring a guest post from our one of our friends, Jessica Hernandez, of Great Resumes Fast. Thanks Jessica! How Women Can Overcome the Challenges They Face in the Tech Industry The tech industry isn’t the…
Brand Yourself Now for a Great Career after College
Are you drawn to a particular restaurant brand? Aspects of the brand assure you that you can rely on that the taste of food will be consistently good, the staff will treat you well, and that it is a value for the money you spend. As a college student, you should begin to consider your…
Using Your Full Name
Dear Deb: I rarely use my entire name, but I would like to on my resume so that I am easily identifiable when someone searches for my transcript or GMAT scores. My name is Michael Alban Adams Jr. My son’s (only six months old, but it may matter someday) name is Michael Alban Adams, III. …
Sexism in Technology
On 22 February I ran across this excellent article by Tracey Lien at the LA Times entitled "Why are women leaving the tech industry in droves?" The article was about the frustration that women feel working in technology due to widespread sexism, which in this case resulted in the women interviewed in the article abandoning…
Blasting News to Your Network
Take a moment to reach out to your network when you have good news, valuable tips to share, and invitations to industry events. If you are fortunate to have a large network, it can be impractical to contact each person individually. To save time, you need to blast your network, yet still make a personal…
Secondary Language Profile on LinkedIN?
Dear Deb: I am bilingual and seeking an international humanitarian program leadership role in South America. Some of the jobs are with US organizations, and some are Latin American. Should I have two LinkedIn profiles – one in English and one in Spanish? Thank you, Aron Dear Aron: Yes, in your situation it is smart…
Protecting Your Brand during a Resignation
Before you shout the good news from the rooftop and bid your boss a not-so-kind farewell, consider these suggestions for your resignation. When you resign, remember that the health of your brand is at stake. Manage your resignation thoughtfully and professionally to protect your personal brand. 1. Think about how much notice you should give.…
Don’t Go over Your Manager’s Head
Are you having a problem with your direct manager? Are you thinking about going over your manager’s head? If your instincts tell you that it is a bad idea, you are right. By not respecting the chain of command, you'll alienate your manager and potentially your manager’s colleagues. Your secret is not safe. Even if…
How Your Employer’s Brand Affects Your Brand
Your personal brand is comprised of many things. Some aspects of your brand change and develop over time. However, some aspects of your brand stick with you for many years. Examples of lasting brand aspects that define you include your education and your employers. Particularly for the ten years following your association with a certain…
Conference Time: Never Miss a Great Networking Opportunity Again!
Networking at a conference is akin to shooting fish in a barrel. It’s a perfect situation in which you have dozens or perhaps hundreds of professionals who share an industry, occupation, a market, or use of similar specialized technologies. Interesting and valuable contacts are there, ready for you to meet. Yet, how often do you…