As individuals change jobs more frequently in today’s economy, it is important to understand how your work history can affect your current job hunt. It used to be that working for one employer was the gold standard for a potential new hire. As this article posted by Brazen points out, working for a handful of […]
May and June mark the return of exciting and anxious times for many college seniors. They are focused on Commencement Day, the culmination of years of study and a time when they can finally exhale. The students with jobs already lined up will breathe an even greater sigh of relief. The ones still in the […]
Phil gives his input on his weekly KUSI segment.
The debate over social media passwords in the workplace continues, with The Union-Tribune recently weighing in on the topic. Over the past several months, several companies and public agencies have been cited asking job applicants for Facebook passwords during interviews to see what they post online. In fact, a new survey found that 37% of companies […]
CareerBuilder recently released information on the six most in-demand occupations in the U.S. These jobs included a CDL Driver, CNC Machinist, Account Executive, .Net Developer, Financial Analyst and Health Care Case Manager. Are you currently working in any of these occupations? Have you ever considered any of these careers? Watch this informative video to learn […]
The number of Americans who filed requests for unemployment insurance last week hovered near a four-month high, against all odds. Don’t give up your search. Companies are using new ways of locating talent and many of them are going digital. As they reinvent their search process, reinvent yours to take advantage of these new opportunities. […]
This video from The Wall Street Journal ponders what business students should be studying to make themselves attractive to employers. When I’ve been ask to speak at colleges, I’ve always emphasized that the more diverse you are, the more engaging and professional you will be in an interview. Do you consider yourself a well-rounded business […]
Fresh from spring break’s fun and sun, many college seniors must immediately return their attention to the job market. The lucky ones have jobs lined up, while others keep pushing their resumes and seeking interviews. It’s not an enviable process, for sure, but the National Association of Colleges and Employers provides a bit of hope […]
Everything is more expensive these days. Having a little extra in your paycheck could make a big difference. That’s why being prepared for your next salary review is important. Or maybe you’re underpaid right now and need to address your status sooner rather than later. Recently, I discussed some salary negotiation “dos and don’ts” worth […]
Earlier this week, I spoke on KPBS, San Diego’s NPR affiliate. The topic: San Diego’s underemployed. Take a listen and review the transcript. If you’re working these days, do you feel like you’re getting enough hours or are you among the ranks of the underemployed? http://www.kpbs.org/news/2012/mar/26/under-employment-holding-back-san-diego-economy/
