You’ve got the qualifications. You’ve made it to multiple final-round interviews. Your resume opens doors. But the offer never comes. Why? Let’s dig in… Continue reading Why Strong Candidates Don’t Get Offers — And What to Do About It
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Why Recruiters Are Shifting to Skills — and How to Win in a Skills-Based Job Market
The days of resumes stacked with degrees and impressive job titles doing all the heavy lifting are quickly coming to an end. Today’s recruiters are rewriting the playbook, shifting from where you’ve worked to what you can actually do. Continue reading Why Recruiters Are Shifting to Skills — and How to Win in a Skills-Based Job Market
“I’m not sure where I’m going here.”
Still Struggling with Your Job Search Despite Doing Everything “Right”? You’re Not Alone—And You’re Not Doing It Wrong. You’re Just Navigating a Changed Landscape
According to recent LinkedIn insights, two-thirds of jobseekers aren’t sure what titles or industries to even search for—and traditional spray-and-pray applications no longer work. Here are 5 smarter LinkedIn strategies to help shift your results: Continue reading Still Struggling with Your Job Search Despite Doing Everything “Right”? You’re Not Alone—And You’re Not Doing It Wrong. You’re Just Navigating a Changed Landscape
Sometimes, You Just Have to Ask: Career Lessons from a 22-Year-Old Who Negotiated $200K from His University
In my career coaching sessions, I’m often asked questions like:
🗣 “How do I stand out in today’s job market?”
🗣 “Is it OK to ask for more in an interview?”
🗣 “Do I really have the power to negotiate as an early-career professional?”
The answer to all of those questions—highlighted perfectly by a story that went viral this week—is: yes… but only if you ask. Continue reading Sometimes, You Just Have to Ask: Career Lessons from a 22-Year-Old Who Negotiated $200K from His University
How long does it take to get hired?
It’s one of the most common questions I hear from clients—and the answer isn’t as simple as it used to be. There was an old rule of thumb: “Expect one month of job searching for every $10,000 in salary.” That guideline may have worked pre-2020, but today’s post-COVID career landscape looks very different. Continue reading How long does it take to get hired?
When AI Models Refuse to Shut Down… What Should Job Seekers and Workforce Leaders Do?
Last week, AI safety firm Palisade Research uncovered that OpenAI’s new O3 model — along with others — actively sabotaged code designed to shut it down, even when explicitly told to comply.
Let that sink in. Continue reading When AI Models Refuse to Shut Down… What Should Job Seekers and Workforce Leaders Do?
Ever whispered that to yourself at work? If you’ve ever felt unsure about your career direction in your current role, you’re not alone. One of the toughest conversations to initiate is the one where you ask: “What’s next for me here?” Continue reading “I’m not sure where I’m going here.” →