by Travis Jones | Feb 20, 2017 | Travis Jones | CEO
Why Do We Celebrate President’s Day As A Federal Holiday? The day was originally celebrated in honor of the first President of the United States and his successors. In the 1970’s the date was changed to the third Monday of February. A three day weekend was created and...
by Rick Christensen | Feb 9, 2017 | Career Transition, Networking, Rick Christensen
News Flash: Many employers have confidential positions that are not advertised! Employees quite often let their manager know they are leaving well before it is know to HR. The employee may be planning on retiring, or a spouse may be contemplating relocation or an...
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 | Feb 2, 2017 | Job Search, Rick Christensen
Make a 180 Degree Turn in Your Job Hunt NOW! Wake up each morning to the planner you filled out the night before outlining 100% of the calls you will make that day. It’s not enough to expect your job search to turn around; you have to make it happen. Most...
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...
