The Christmas Season is over and the New Year has begun. Most of us have been off from work for some portion of time, but now all the hoopla is over and tomorrow is coming. What’s on your calendar? Do you need a new job? Do you have an interview scheduled?
If you need employment and no one called to set up an interview over the last 2 weeks or so, get ready. Your time is coming. With tomorrow coming, preparation and planning for your job search is very important. Don’t just sit around waiting for the phone to ring. Activate …read more

I remember the night John Stockton from the Utah Jazz stepped back behind the 3-point line and hit the game winning shot that sent “The Utah Jazz to the NBA Finals!” I was so happy, I jumped up and down like a fanatical fan might do who has watched and waited for their team to WIN an incredible game. We didn’t win the ring that year, but I will never forget that shot. I don’t think I spoke coherently for hours after that game. “My team” won the game and we finally had bragging rights as the Western Conference Champions. …read more

What are Transferable Skills: They are general skills and abilities employers look for in potential employees.
Here is a list for you to consider:
1. Decision-making Skills
2. Oral & Written Communication Skills
3. Organizational Skills
4. Time Management
5. Ability To Work Effectively Within A Team
6. Leadership skills
7. Technology Literarcy
8. Ability to Prioritize
9. Organizational Savvy
10. Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
Do you have transferable skills? It is important that you evaluate your skills and abilities. All of the skills listed above should be skills you can speak to and demonstrate using examples when speaking to the hiring manager.
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Now here is an interesting question for you to consider when thinking about an interview. Are you an asset or liability for the organization you are interviewing with?
As a hiring manager when evaluating candidates, determining whether you as a candidate will add value to my organization is a very important question to answer.
Managers must determine the risk vs. return they will get for hiring you and allowing you to work in their organization. As a candidate you must demonstrate your value – you must demonstrate that you will be an asset to the organization.
Questions to consider to determine …read more