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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.
Random List of Dumb Things I Recently Heard About
This week has been chaotic for me. You know how it is when things don’t go as expected—it can be harrowing. We all find comfort in standard regularity, in its many forms. Despite the twists and turns that the week threw at me, I am able to take solace in the comfort that somethings remain constant. For example, stupid things that range from absurd to entertaining to bizarre….
The mischaracterization of “average”
Average. It’s a word that is representative of the whole. However, its connotation has somehow morphed into meaning that something or someone is sub-par. Nothing could be further from the truth….
Do the right thing and build your brand on it
There is a lot of information out there about leading with integrity. Undoubtedly, this is important. Doing what is right can be painful. But it is worth it. Doing the right thing drives your brand….
Leading in times of crisis
The world is in the midst of a global pandemic, the likes of which have not been seen in more than 100 years. This is not the time to retreat, hide, or avoid risk. How you differentiate yourself during this crisis will define your brand as a leader. It’s time to step it up….
Sharpen your digital skills and up your job search game
You know that digital tools are essential job search tools. So why aren’t you maximizing them to your benefit? If you’re still using analog methods in this digital economy, read on….
What should I delete from my resume?
I spend a lot of time telling clients and followers about what they should be doing. Maybe I’m not expending enough effort advising them on what not to do. That changes today….
Just say no to cyberstalking your critics
It is very, very infrequent that I am at a loss for words, but I was rendered speechless when I read this story about six former eBay employees who were arrested for harassing the authors of a newsletter that was critical of the company….
Give meaningful feedback to get the results you want
If you often lament that your colleagues, peers, and direct reports don’t produce the results you desire, you should take a good long look at the type of feedback you provide and maybe more importantly, how you deliver that feedback….
Black Lives Matter in the Workplace, too.
I’m sure you’ve noticed the ubiquitous statements against racial inequality in recent days. Such statements are being issued by public organizations, educational and nonprofit institutions, and for-profit companies….
Horrifying Stories from the Workplace
I hear stories. Many stories. Stories about interviews, about workplace culture, about coworkers. These stories range from absurd, to amusing, to flat-out horrifying. I wanted to share with you four such stories that belong in the “horrifying” category….