by Ellie Vargo | May 24, 2016 | coaching topics, Leadership
The nature of my business requires that I do a considerable amount of reading so that I can coach my clients effectively throughout every stage of their careers. The book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck, downplays the role of talent and focuses... by Ellie Vargo | Nov 6, 2015 | coaching topics, Job Search
Personal branding has become essential for savvy candidates with lofty career aspirations. A couple of targeted questions I ask clients as part of my interview process include: “What separates you from run of the mill? When you look back over your career, what do you... by Ellie Vargo | May 20, 2015 | Interviewing, Job Search, Online Application, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
Based on the inquiries I receive and the resumes I see, it is clear that candidates at every level have scant idea what employers are looking for or how to express their value on paper. Employers are not looking for people to do jobs. They are looking for qualified,... by Ellie Vargo | Apr 4, 2013 | coaching topics, Justifying promotion, Uncategorized
I read a great many books, take advantage of frequent training opportunities and attend industry conferences to make sure that my expertise on everything related to careers remains current. So, if you’re not familiar with how working in areas of strength impacts... by Ellie Vargo | Feb 20, 2013 | coaching topics, Cover Letters, Interviewing, Job Search, Justifying promotion, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
What do people think about you and what does that have to do with your approach to job search? I’m going to take the liberty of answering that with another question: What is the value of knowing your strengths and weaknesses? If you don’t know what you have to offer...