by John G. Self | Mar 25, 2013 | Career Management, Technology
As we push through college basketball’s March Madness and look ahead to graduation, perhaps it is time to reconnect with some important career management rules, especially given the hyper-competitive job market and the fact that far too many students will struggle to...
by John G. Self | Feb 13, 2013 | Career Management
Always tell the truth. For the vast majority of us, that was something our parents repeatedly stressed. Their lessons on the subject were reinforced with a mixture of Biblical teachings and historical anecdotes — George Washington reportedly said he could not...
by John G. Self | Aug 27, 2012 | Career Management, Leadership
It is important for candidates to be prepared for the face-to-face meeting with the recruiter or the client. This is a pivotal moment in the search process. You want to be ready for the meeting, but take care. You are entering a danger zone. Here are some important...
by John G. Self | Jul 27, 2012 | Career Management, Leadership
The use of academic credentials following a candidate’s name is a source of debate, spurred on primarily by those who hold the degrees and want everyone to know. Let’s assume, perhaps prematurely, that everyone knows that you NEVER list an undergraduate credential on...
by John G. Self | Jul 13, 2012 | Career Management, Recruiting
One of the most common questions in a candidate interview and one that seems to trip up many executives is, “What are your weaknesses?” When you have been recruiting for as long as I have, you can tell when a candidate is not prepared for a certain question. You can...
