by Barbara Safani | Jan 24, 2017 | career management, interviews, networking
After working with thousands of executive job seekers, certain patterns have emerged regarding the practices of those that succeed. Here are a few I have witnessed. 1. Follow up on all introductions. Surprisingly, many job seekers don’t follow up on introductions made...
by Barbara Safani | Jan 3, 2017 | interviews
By now you’ve probably heard about Mariah Carey’s unfortunate performance on New Year’s Eve. Some of the things that occurred reminded me of similar things that can happen if you are unprepared for an interview. And while you most likely won’t be interviewing in front...
by Barbara Safani | Oct 5, 2016 | career solvers news, resume
I am pleased to announce that Career Solvers was recently nominated for a TORI (Toast of the Resume Industry) Award by Career Directors International. Career Solvers has been nominated for this award 29 times since 2006 and won 11 awards for Best Executive Resume,...
by Barbara Safani | Sep 15, 2016 | salary negotiation, Uncategorized
According to the 2016/2017 Mercer US Compensation Planning Survey, the average salary increase budget is expected to be 2.9% in 2017, up slightly from the average increase budget of 2.8% in 2016. So how can you be perceived as a top performer in 2016? Here are some...
by Barbara Safani | Aug 20, 2016 | Uncategorized
Are you trying to look for a new job while employed and struggling with how to do so without attracting attention from your boss or other stakeholders at your current company? Our ebook, Job Seeker’s Guide to a Confidential Job Search can help. Learn how to leverage...
by Barbara Safani | Jul 5, 2016 | interviews
Many first interviews are conducted by phone. It’s important to take phone interviews just as seriously as in-person meetings. Here are ten tips for optimizing your phone interview experience. Schedule the meeting during a time when you won’t be distracted. A...
by Barbara Safani | May 31, 2016 | career management, interviews, networking, resume, social media for job search
I meet many job seekers who have never had to conduct a formal job search. After coaching over a thousand clients at every professional level and across practically every industry, I’ve found that most make the same rookie mistakes. If you’re looking for a new job,...
by Barbara Safani | Apr 21, 2016 | networking
If you think doing volunteer work is just “filler to pad the resume” while you are looking for a “real job,” then think again. It can make or break you during a job search. Pro bono work can include anything from nonprofit projects to community...
by Barbara Safani | Apr 16, 2016 | interviews
When I diagnose problems clients have with their interview strategy, I often notice they answer interview questions too generally. They attempt to convey their fit for the job by describing the personal attributes they think make them relevant for the position. They...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 31, 2016 | career management, networking
Mobilizing your network during a job search is a lot of work with many ups and downs. People don’t always react to your requests for guidance and information as you’d like them to, and many report learning who their friends really are during a search. After coaching...
