Archive for the 'job hunting tips' Category

Quitting Without a Plan

February 21, 2008

I’ve been hit lately with lots of people looking for a job — needing help with finetuning a resume or actually securing leads. One gal was among the last to quit her job out of a string of other employees that left the company.    Says a lot about the management of the company - doesn’t it?  But, this gal’s departure was probably [...]

Make Your New Year Resolutions Specific

December 7, 2007

Yes, I’m one of those who makes resolutions each year, but I’ve actually learned a little trick or two to help me achieve success with resolutions.  If you, too, are a resolution-writer, try something different — get real!  Instead of vowing to lose 20 pounds this year, resolve to meet with a dietician, seek a [...]

Jobs and Heart Attacks

October 10, 2007

This morning I was watching Good Morning America and was particularly interested in Dr. Timothy Johnson’s report on how job stress contributes to heart problems (potentially, heart attacks). Apparently, enough stress can cause more than one heart attack. So — bad jobs can lead to bad health?  Like some of you, my work history [...]