by Susan Geary | Nov 19, 2007 | Blog, Career, Job Search Advice, resume writing, Uncategorized
When it’s time to do your taxes, do you ask your neighbors or co-workers if you can see their return so you can have an idea of what to do? I’m sure you don’t. It’s not only confidential information, but your co-worker/neighbor has a completely... by Susan Geary | Oct 30, 2007 | Blog, Uncategorized
I heard on the radio show “Marketplace” tonight a story about man with a dream to get his song distributed by Starbucks. He was inspired by a Starbucks Barista to write the song, about his personal Starbucks experience, that came to him while sitting in a... by Susan Geary | Oct 13, 2007 | Blog, Uncategorized
A common response I hear from my clients when I ask to see copies of their performance evaluation used to write their resume is, “oh, those are in my desk at work, I’ll have to get those to you later.” That is scary to me, and here’s why. You... by Susan Geary | Oct 11, 2007 | Blog, Job Search Advice, resume writing, Uncategorized
I critique a lot of resumes for high level executives, and they are all sent to me by email. I don’t even print them out anymore, or I’d be killing a lot of trees! But I have to comment on how they are labeled and what you can do to make sure that your... by Susan Geary | Sep 25, 2007 | Blog, LinkedIn Profile, Uncategorized
I just came across a great new book that was recently written by Jason Alba of jibberjobber.com. It’s titled “I’m on Linked In, Now What?” And I highly recommend it! I’ll admit I was late to the party when I joined Linked In. About 18... by Susan Geary | Sep 13, 2007 | Blog, Uncategorized
I spend a good part of my day critiquing resumes for senior executives. I do this free of charge, so that I can get leads and close sales. I’m very honest in these critiques, and when I see a great looking document, I say so. I also give free pointers on how to...