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Plugging in to the holiday circuit

Carolyn Thompson
November 17, 2010

Careers & Workplace | November 17, 2010

For professionals seeking employment at any level, the holidays shouldn’t be the time when you put your job search on hold till the next year. Many people have the attitude that “I’ll get started after...

Holiday hiring: seasonal positions are opening up!

Carolyn Thompson
November 10, 2010

Careers & Workplace | November 10, 2010

Holiday hiring is starting in high gear this year so whether you’re looking for some extra cash to put in the bank or to fund your seasonal shopping, here’s some job search tips on who&rsquo...

Large companies hiring graduates in 2011

Carolyn Thompson
November 10, 2010

Careers & Workplace | November 10, 2010

The Wall Street Journal reports some good news for 2011 accounting grads- make sure you use your college’s career center if you’re interested in Big 4 accounting jobs. You can also send resumes and cover...

Interviewing questions series: 1-2

Carolyn Thompson
July 20, 2010

Careers & Workplace | July 20, 2010

Each week, a couple typical interviewing questions will be addressed. Suggestions and requests are welcome in the comments. If you are currently a job seeker, a great way to help you prepare for the interview is to prepare a brief...

Interviewing skills series introduction

Carolyn Thompson
July 09, 2010

Careers & Workplace | July 9, 2010

Last month, I had occasion to work with Walter Bond on a project where we were working with unemployed people from all walks of life. With over 20 years of experience in executive search and coaching, I was amazed by...

Cool summer job tips for students

Careers & Workplace | June 23, 2010

No one wants their kids to grow up too quickly. We can never have time back from when we were younger, but let's face it; our kids ARE growing up more quickly. They are more technologically savvy, they...

Thawing out - five tips to get companies to notice you

Carolyn Thompson
April 27, 2010

Careers & Workplace | April 27, 2010

Many people across the country have been between jobs for longer than they, or anyone else, thought they would be. It can be discouraging, demoralizing, and even devastating to your personal well being such as foreclosure, ruined credit, etc...We...

Old dogs learn new tricks in time management, recruiting, and job search

Carolyn Thompson
March 18, 2010

Careers & Workplace | March 18, 2010

Every day, we are challenged with new issues which are opportunities to learn something about ourselves. As a seasoned recruiter who has trained thousands of people, I had a meeting today about time management purely because I felt like things...

Your employee's first day

Carolyn Thompson
January 28, 2010

Careers & Workplace | January 28, 2010

Your new employee is very excited about their new position and anxious to make a good impression. Here are some common sense things that will make that transition easier for them. A phone call the week before they start is...

Your first day at a new job

Carolyn Thompson
January 27, 2010

Careers & Workplace | January 27, 2010

new jobClip Art Related articlesFirst Impressions in the Job Search Jungle Unemployed professionals, take note: there are jobs out there! Didn’t get the job offer you were expecting? Show more interest and be more interesting! Four gifts...

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Carolyn Thompson

Plugging in to the holiday circuit

Holiday hiring: seasonal positions are opening up!

Large companies hiring graduates in 2011

Interviewing questions series: 1-2

Interviewing skills series introduction

Cool summer job tips for students

Thawing out - five tips to get companies to notice you

Old dogs learn new tricks in time management, recruiting, and job search

Your employee's first day

Your first day at a new job

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