by Ellie Vargo | Sep 18, 2013 | Job Search, Justifying promotion, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
One of the smartest career choices you can make is to keep your resume updated and ready to go as “opportunities of a lifetime” emerge. Many prospective clients inquire as to how quickly their projects can be turned around. The honest answer is that quality takes time... by Ellie Vargo | Jun 20, 2013 | coaching topics, Interviewing, Job Search, Justifying promotion, Uncategorized
Wondering why you were passed over? Perhaps it is because you were focused on the employer’s apparent needs and unaware of underlying issues that might be impacting the hiring/promotion decision: your years as a self-employed entrepreneur, negative attitude, a... by Ellie Vargo | Jun 7, 2013 | coaching topics, Justifying promotion, Leadership, Uncategorized
One of the most startling things I learned during my recent Certified Executive Leadership Development Coach (CELDC) training, was that a mere 4% of people set goals. As a former high school teacher (and a parent), my experience validates that high goals and... 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 | Mar 15, 2013 | coaching topics, Justifying promotion, Leadership, Uncategorized
We all know it when we see it, but how do you define it? Surely you’ve been in a room where you’ve noticed someone that seems to have the attention and respect of a small circle of attentive peers. The center of attention looks confident and relaxed, is well groomed,... by Ellie Vargo | Mar 13, 2013 | coaching topics, Justifying promotion, Leadership, Uncategorized
Just like talented athletes benefit from working with a performance coach who helps them develop the skills they need to be competitive in their sport of choice, people who are intentional about their careers can benefit from working with a coach who helps them...