How did I get here? How did this happen to me?
These are crucial questions I get from clients on a regular basis. In addition, why did my career seem so certain one day, yet so uncertain on another?
I answer these questions by asking a question of my own: “Are you listening to what your career [...]

The traditional concept of a job is based on the industrial model, of large employers. This concept is being replaced with a new definition of work: work that needs to be done, rather than set duties, hours, and permanence. The lack of a job anchor affects us psychologically. Rather than fight the trend, learn how [...]

Job or ‘career’ fairs are a popular and useful way to get employers and potential employees in the same room at the same time! All well and good, but the larger fairs can be so vast and overwhelming, you might just need your own ‘Job Fair’ strategy to make sure you and your CV receive [...]

Everyone has expectations; the people who do best in a work environment are those who are able to understand and articulate what expectations are most important, and to put themselves in situations where those expectations can be satisfied.
Using a diagnostic booklet called “Managing Work Expectations, Transforming Attitudes: A Personal Learning Guide for Increasing Commitment and [...]

Checking job references can be tricky. Use these reference questions provided in this sample reference check form to assist in the process.
Checking a job reference can be a tricky proposition, especially if the potential employee has an employer – past or present – that isn’t being forthcoming with relevant information. Therefore preparation to check someone’s [...]