by John G. Self | Jun 26, 2019 | Career Coaching, Career Transition/Outplacement, Interviewing Skills, Job Search, Uncategorized
I have a friend who is the pastor of a large African American church. He said one of the most important – and challenging – aspects of being a pastor is his weekly sermon. A good sermon is the basis for a good week ministering to the flock. (c) 2019...
by John G. Self | Jun 25, 2019 | Career Coaching, Career counseling, Career Transition/Outplacement, Interviewing Skills
Recruiters want to accomplish two things when they undertake a search assignment. Find someone who can succeed in the job and to make their client happy. It makes no difference whether the recruiter works as a corporate headhunter or a as an associate for...
by John G. Self | Jun 12, 2019 | career advancement, Career Coaching, Career counseling, Interviewing Skills
The Five Myths of the Job Interview The job search process is riddled with myths. Or as the popular quote goes, “It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” One of the biggest myths...
by John G. Self | Jun 11, 2019 | Career, Career Coaching, Career counseling, Interviewing Skills, Job Search
If you are struggling with your job search, here are three tactics to differentiate yourself from the dozens of other candidates. Shutterstock Go Beyond Qualifications: You must be qualified and meet the minimum standards outlined in the job posting, but if you...
by John G. Self | Jun 7, 2019 | Career, Career Coaching, Career counseling, Career Management, Interviewing Skills
You know, recruiters and job applicants have something in common. We are both looking for work. Differentiation in a competitive marketplace is critical, and for many of us, it represents the $64,000 Question. How do we differentiate ourselves in a...
by John G. Self | Jun 4, 2019 | Career Coaching, Career counseling, Career Transition/Outplacement, Early Careerists, Interviewing Skills
The decision to cut the cables — eliminate your landline and cable modem — can have adverse consequences for your job search, especially if you live in a rural area with inconsistent cell service. Surprisingly, many executive candidates fail to make a...
