by Ellie Vargo | Apr 2, 2012 | Job Search, Resume Essentials
Having experience in a wide range of fields and industries shows your ability to learn, grow and accept new challenges. Hoping that an employer will know what to do with you, however, can be problematic unless you carefully target your resume to a specific position... by Ellie Vargo | Jan 16, 2012 | coaching topics, Job Search, Uncategorized
Failing to pay attention: ignoring obvious cues that the company is losing money, changing direction or is about to be acquired. Waiting until savings have run out and the house is in jeopardy to reach out for professional help. Remaining angry over a negative... by Ellie Vargo | Dec 21, 2011 | Job Search, Uncategorized
No one wants to think that there is a target drawn on their back, however, you can make a smooth exit before the arrow strikes if you update your resume, refresh your network and begin your job search if and when you experience the following scenarios. Just one item... by Ellie Vargo | Dec 5, 2011 | Job Search, Uncategorized
Since well over half of job seekers (70% by recent estimates) secure new positions through networking, incorporating this component into your job search strategy is vital. If you don’t have a network and you’re unemployed, you may find job search difficult . . . and... by Ellie Vargo | Aug 8, 2011 | Job Search, Uncategorized
Usually, no. And here’s why: because experience (mine and that of other career professionals) tells me that there is simply no better way to secure a job in today’s challenging labor market than networking. Only 15% of candidates secure new positions through...