Monthly Archive: October 2012

Get Out There And Network!

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I’ve been talking about the importance of networking for some time now.  With the job market the way it is, I can’t stress it enough; get out there and network!  This weekend I sat down with the Union Tribune’s Jonathan Horn to talk about job advice: UT San Diego   

Let Them Know You Want The Job

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In an interview, it is important to show interest in the position for which you are applying.  As an interviewer, I don’t want to walk away from an interview thinking, “Does this person really want this job?”  Express your interest, show them that you want the position and are willing to work hard for it. […]

Long-Term Unemployment Persists

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According to a recent U-T San Diego article, the saga of the long-term unemployed continues, with millions of Americans still unable to find new jobs in a timely manner. The article profiles two San Diegans who are among the 5 million Americans who have been unemployed more than 27 weeks. Significant gaps in work history […]

Rise in Educational and Technical Requirements for Workers

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Over the past few years, I have witnessed a growing trend of increased educational and technical requirements for workers across a number of different job sectors. A new survey from the Society for Human Resource Management and Achieve found that, compared to 10 years ago, there are more jobs with specific technical requirements and a higher […]

Knowing When It Is Time to Start Looking For Another Job

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This week on Good Morning San Diego we talked about knowing when it is time to leave your current job.  What kinds of things should you be on the look out for?  How do you go about making the transition professionally and respectfully?[wpvideo hpTGX01P]

Hiring Bias Found Against Unemployed

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The U-T San Diego recently reported on a study that found a hiring bias against unemployed people. The study had 47 human resource professionals review resumes for an imaginary marketing manager position and then rate them based on desirability of hiring. The study found that applicants who were currently employed received much higher, positive ratings […]

Tips for Effective Networking

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[wpvideo McDvKbn2]It’s no secret that networking is one of the most critical aspects of securing a job in today’s tough economy. Last week on KUSI’s Good Morning San Diego, I talked about effective networking and the importance of connecting with people face to face in a digital world.