by Barbara Safani | Jun 9, 2009 | career management, career research, networking
Today while facilitating a monthly Netshare meeting in New York City, one of the participants mentioned the fact that one of the difficulties in job search is that there is often no way to gauge daily success and job seekers often wonder if they are being productive...
by Barbara Safani | May 11, 2009 | career management, career research
A few weeks ago I listened to a presentation on green jobs by Carol McClelland of GreenCareerCentral. According to the United Nations Environment Programme Green Jobs report, “green jobs include work in agricultural, manufacturing, research and development,...
by Barbara Safani | May 8, 2009 | career management, networking, on-line identity
Today I had the privilege of being the keynote speaker at the Metropolitan New York College Career Planning Officers Association (MNYCCPOA) conference. My presentation on career branding tips using online identity and networking tools for job search generated some...
by Barbara Safani | May 3, 2009 | career management, interviews
Recently I sat down with image consultant and career professional Ilona Vanderwoude to hear her recommendations for dress for men during an interview. Clothing. “Men should wear a suit in a neutral color (navy, gray, or black). For second and third interviews,...
by Barbara Safani | May 2, 2009 | career management, career research
I just returned from the Career Management Alliance conference in San Antonio. Here are some eye-opening statistics that will make everyone think differently about their current job search strategies. The Department of Labor predicts average worker will have 10...
by Barbara Safani | Apr 17, 2009 | career management, interviews
A few weeks ago I sat down with Ilona Vanderwoude, a professional resume writer and image consultant to hear her interview dress for success tips. There is more to a polished interview look than just a great suit. Here’s what Ilona recommends. Shoes....
