Tag Archives: employment
Struggle for Professional Identity
I have been hired as a software-engineer team leader for a group, most of them older White men. I expect challenges to my authority because of my youth, race and gender. Can you recommend strategies to help me take charge … Continue reading
The Network
Aim to send one email or social message every week to someone on the edge of your network, meaning a former colleague or a friend of a friend, You’ll kick off conversations with people who may eventually lead you to … Continue reading
Education vs. Skills
People automatically assume that in order to change jobs or careers they need additional education. That is not always the case…. Many of us have skills and experiences that are applicable to a myriad of opportunities successfully master an interview, … Continue reading
How Long is too Long to Stay at a Job ?
The title alone How Long is Too Long to Stay in A Job? took me down memory lane. I worked at a company for over a decade as a receptionist. The position allowed flexibility and plenty of down time … Continue reading
Do you have any questions for me
When an interviewer asks you this question, it is very important that you have an answer. Many candidates make the mistake of saying that they have no questions at the end of the interview. What this does is communicate to … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 