by Rick Christensen | Mar 11, 2021 | Job Search, Rick Christensen
Job search is often more difficult than people imagine. It takes longer than you originally thought – it’s not quite as exciting as it was in the beginning – and before long, the process takes a toll on your psyche. This emotional wear and tear can,...
by Rick Christensen | Mar 4, 2021 | Job Search, Rick Christensen
Make the Right Choices! It is easy to blame your circumstances or outside sources as the reason for not finding a job. However, it’s the choices you make that have the greatest impact on your search. Do you choose to only utilize job boards? Do you choose to...
by Rick Christensen | Feb 25, 2021 | Job Search, Rick Christensen
Never underestimate the knowledge of gatekeepers. They know the schedules of the hiring authorities, their interests, responsibilities and preferences. They also know they are paid to screen out sales calls that will waste the time of these hiring authorities. When...
by Rick Christensen | Feb 11, 2021 | Job Search, Rick Christensen
It seems like I have had a variation of this question every day for the past 25 years: How long should I wait for a company to get back to me after an interview? I interviewed for one job two weeks ago and I haven’t heard a thing yet. The interview went well as...
by Rick Christensen | Jan 21, 2021 | Career Transition, Job Search, Rick Christensen
The good news: You are great at your profession, none better, superheroes aspire to reach your level of competence. The bad news: You may not be the one that gets hired. How is this possible? You’re competent, know your business and you’re an all-around...
by Rick Christensen | Jan 14, 2021 | Job Search, Resume, Rick Christensen
Make no mistake, I’m not suggesting that you “Pad” your resume with exaggerated or misleading (false) accomplishments but if, like many people, you’re hoping to enhance your job prospects in 2021 then strengthening your resume should be at the...
