by Travis Jones | Feb 6, 2017 | Career Development Partners, Career Transition, Outplacement, Travis Jones | CEO
According to Sept 29, 2015 Harvard Business Review the facts will give proof that a Career Transition Program really does help. Quoting a study by Pennsylvania State University, “Job Seekers who participate in search-skills programs are 2.67 times more likely to land...
by Rick Christensen | Jan 26, 2017 | Career Transition, Job Search, Job Search Resources, Resume, Rick Christensen
It is important that you protect yourself from scams or individuals who take advantage of people who are not working. Some of these situations can be extremely dangerous which is why it’s so important that you remain aware and cautious throughout your search...
by Rick Christensen | Jan 19, 2017 | Career Transition, Interviewing, Rick Christensen
Looking for the best way to convert a telephone interview into a face-to-face interview? Many companies are moving to using telephone or Skype for second and third level interviews. While these get you in front of HR and hiring manages, to convert this opportunity...
by Rick Christensen | Jan 3, 2017 | Career Transition, Job Search, Networking, Rick Christensen
The hidden job market refers to opportunities that are not advertised to the general public or included on the employment pages of a company’s website and can comprise up to 80% of all jobs filled. These employment opportunities are usually accessed through an...
by Rick Christensen | Dec 6, 2016 | Career Transition, Rick Christensen
In the moments after a layoff, you may feel like you’re in a haze. Often, we ignore the warning signs that a layoff is coming, or we think, “It probably won’t happen me.” As adults, we want to feel in control of the changes that take place in our lives. When someone...
by Rick Christensen | Nov 3, 2016 | Career Transition, Job Success, Rick Christensen, Your Career
When evaluating a job offer, it is easy to just think “How much will I get paid?” and accept or reject the offer based on that. There is so much more to this decision than just the salary. Remember, you are going to spend a significant part of your life at this...
