1. How do I know if I’m bringing value to my employer? To determine the key to bringing value to your employer, I start with the lowest common denominator and …
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1. I’ve often heard that I need an elevator pitch? How short does it need to be and what advice do you have for creating one? Nowadays you need to …
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1. What is the single most important principle to have in mind to climb the career ladder? The one key principle that has driven me throughout my career is simple: …
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1. In my career, what is the best way to ensure I get paid well and not be viewed as easily replaceable by my employer? The key to building a …
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1. We hear a lot about the five-year plan. That one should think about their goals for the next five years and chart the course? How really effective is that? …
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1. We too often get down on ourselves when we get that rejection letter, but doesn’t luck play a role in this as much as talent? Luck does play a …
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1. You have call the interview Show Time. What do you mean by that and how can I make my next interview “Show Time?” After a long career, I …
1. What’s the key to making a good first impression when meeting someone for the first time? When you meet someone for the first time, there are basic things you …
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1. I got rejected from my dream job. I write strong cover letters showing why I’m THE right person for the job and have strong references and inside information from …
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1. I send out lots of emails to prospective employers, but rarely get a response. What am I doing wrong? What are tips to getting a reply beyond the automated …
