by Susan Geary | Aug 23, 2009 | Blog, Uncategorized
If you’re unemployed, or just need to stretch your budget during these recessionary times, here are some tips that helped me while I was building 1st Rate Resumes over the past decade. 1. Need a haircut or manicure and don’t have $50? Try a local beauty... by Susan Geary | Jun 18, 2009 | Thank You Letters, Uncategorized
We all know by now that you should send a follow up thank you note after you attend a job interview, and the sooner the better. But how many of you send a thank you note after you get a rejection letter? I know what you’re thinking…. “why would I do... by Susan Geary | Jun 7, 2009 | Overused crutch phrases, Telephone Interviews, Toastmasters, Uncategorized
Most of my day is spent interviewing clients, writing resumes, and returning calls to critique job search documents and quote fees for our services at 1st Rate Resumes. From time to time I come across very accomplished people, with decent documents who are getting... by Susan Geary | May 28, 2009 | Resume Service, Uncategorized
I love the John Tesh Radio Show. This morning on his show he cited an article in the NY Times about how in our troubled economy more people are trying the “do-it-yourself” route rather than call a professional. One lady tried to install a toilet and after... by Susan Geary | May 14, 2009 | job search, Networking, Uncategorized
Networking is more than meeting people, exchanging business cards, and working a room. It’s about establishing relationships. Unfortunately most folks don’t take networking seriously. We know who they are. They are the people you only hear from when they... by Susan Geary | Apr 28, 2009 | Bea Arthur, retirement, Uncategorized, Work
This weekend I was watching an obit on Bea Arthur on CBS Sunday Morning. Ms. Arthur launched her career on Broadway and spent 30 years on the stage before getting discovered by Norman Lear for a walk-on role on All in the Family. From there, she played Maude, and a...