I’m Need A New Job or Raise, But I Ain’t Gonna Beg You

Can you successfully negotiate a job or pay raise without begging?

Improper English aside, who wants to beg for a job, is not another jungle reality TV show on FOX. I’m against begging in all circumstances. And you should be too.

Skilled negotiators know that begging for anything kills any chance of future leverage and respect. Read the rest of this entry »

Need a recruiter to get a job? Want to know how to approach these elusive headhunting gatekeepers?

If you want to work with a recruiter, you will need a few insider pointers to get a face to face meeting with his or her client.

The following advice will help you work best with these job placement specialists, become the desired candidate that receives the best job offers, and keep you off the recruiter’s HR do not call list. Read the rest of this entry »

Shameless self-promotion should be an essential component of a woman’s ongoing career growth strategy.

If a careerist isn’t tooting her own horn, she’ll find herself quickly forgotten amongst the competitive sea of qualified candidates.

So, what are you afraid of? Think you’ll aggravate people or be labeled a self-serving narcissist? Have no fear. With these shameless self-promotion tips any career wallflower can learn how to be aggressive and unforgettable without being obnoxious. Read the rest of this entry »