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Ah, the beginning of summer. A time when baseball season is in full swing, swimming pools open and, of course, graduation time – when 20-somethings to working adults who have spent the past several years studying so diligently finally reap the fruits of their labor. And then, conversely, there are those ... Read More

It’s an enticing notion to be able to peek into an applicant’s personal life and secretly find out who they “really” are. But would-be snoopers be wary – using social media as an employee background check tool can be like taking a stroll through a minefield. There is no doubt that ... Read More

No matter how you look at it, the recent Ohio State shooting was a tragedy - there’s no debate about it. But much of the coverage thus far has focused on the background check of the shooter and debating has begun on what should and shouldn’t have come up in this person’s record and if this ... Read More

What makes managers who are good at their tasks, great leaders? Their abilities to train, give feedback, communicate effectively and motivate employees. Successful companies use pass-along training to develop these skills. Enabling them to turn great workers into great leaders - without hand-holding every new ... Read More

If the Jamie Lee Curtis commercial is correct-activity in yogurt boosts your immune system, being active in your job search boosts your chances of being hired.  By being active-I mean being fully committed to every aspect of your job search. Following up on the little details can be the factor that will ... Read More

Everyone wants to help a friend in need. Especially during the holiday season where depression over a job search can be at an all time high. And if you have a friend who is currently in job search, the natural tendency is to try more diligently to help him during this time of year. But before you start dishing ... Read More

  (For more information, read my new book, Unlock the Hidden Job Market: 6 Steps to a Successful Job Search When Times Are Tough. And visit the book's official website!  ) I hope you’re having a wonderful holiday week.  As for me, I’m spending much of it doing my all-time ... Read More