I am convinced that first-round interviews should NOT be completed via video calls unless a video camera or conference software is required. Earlier last week I was offered a first-round interview for a management role at a local university. Traditionally
Tag: Job Searching
Why Am I Afraid of Elevating My Job Title: Evaluating My Ambitions
As I jump back into the search, after taking some time away from that field, I want to confront these fears head-on so I can move on — and evaluate other people’s perceptions of my ambitions. I am exploring the fears I
Why Am I Afraid of Elevating My Job Title: Feeling a Bit Rusty
As I jump back into the search, I’m feeling rusty. And I’m confident I need to work on this before I get any job back in this field. I am exploring the fears I face as I continue my job
Why Am I Afraid of Elevating My Job Title: Replacing the Negative Feedback
I am exploring the fears I face as I continue my job search in a field I have worked in for the last 20 years: replacing negative feedback. I am exploring the fears I face as I continue my job search in a field
Why Am I Afraid of Elevating My Job Title to Match My Skills: Exploring My Fears
My recent job search has revealed a number of issues, which prompts exploring my fears related to applying for more senior level jobs. Originally, I was going to compose a post about how to switch up my job search strategies.
I Quit! Talking about Job Loss at Interviews
Learn strategies to answer questions about your job losses at interviews, especially when you have quit or were fired. Last month, I shared a quandary I faced: do I stay at or leave a job that conflicted with my values.
Do I Stay or Do I Go?
During my own onboarding experience, I explore recommendations on evaluating workplace values alignment I have sat on this post for some time now. I have chronicled my job search woes and excitements over the last three years. Putting my thoughts
Using the Best Keywords in your Job Search
In order to remain competitive in the job market, you may need to learn how to translate your previous experience using keywords. In my career, I have held many job titles across many different institutions. The challenge, after two decades