by Ellie Vargo | Feb 14, 2012 | coaching topics, Interviewing, Job Search, Uncategorized
I received a call from a prospective client recently who asked my advice on what information to include on a resume that would let an employer know s/he didn’t want to work more than 40-hours a week or hold a stressful job. I’ve also had a number of... by Ellie Vargo | Jan 23, 2012 | coaching topics, Job Search, Justifying promotion, Uncategorized
According to a recent survey by Right Management, the talent and career management division of the Manpower Group, 84% of the 1,000 North American employees surveyed are unhappy with their current jobs and plan to seek new employment in 2012. A mere 5% said they... 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 | Jan 3, 2012 | coaching topics, Interviewing, Justifying promotion, Uncategorized
Once you meet the basic qualifications for a position, soft skills become important as competitive differentiators. The more senior your position, the more critical it is to demonstrate self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management.... by Ellie Vargo | Jun 8, 2011 | Interviewing, Job Search, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
Many of the resumes prospects ask me to review are generic in form and content. Put yourself in the place of the recruiter. Are you going to select candidates as you would cards from a deck? Likely not. First, you’ll use an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), or...
