Articles – Page 5 – Career Coach MJV
October 22, 2019

Are You Too Risky to Hire?

Are you giving off the wrong signals and unknowingly decreasing your chances for landing the job? Despite the booming economy some candidates have trouble getting in […]
October 22, 2019

Sharing Your Career Story

Our stories shape our world, communicate our brand, and impact our success. People have been telling stories since the beginning of time. I’ve come to realize […]
October 22, 2019

Stop Tweaking and Start Doing

One of the hardest things for candidates to do is to stop tweaking their résumé and LinkedIn profile and start proactively exploring career opportunities. It is […]
October 10, 2019

Getting through Applicant Tracking Systems

Ninety-five percent of Fortune 500  companies use an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or talent management system to organize and track résumés. Companies readily admit that many […]
August 16, 2019

Simple Acts to Safeguard your Career

The global economy is in flux and the outlook for the future is not as rosy as it has been. Before the inevitable downturn occurs safeguard your […]
January 28, 2019

Résumé 2.0

In a perfect world your résumé and LinkedIn profile let the reader know who you are and what to expect from you. Imagine for a moment […]
September 20, 2018

Keeping LinkedIn Relevant

Congratulations! You finally made the time to create a professional LinkedIn profile and it looks pretty darn good, if you do say so yourself. Here are some […]
September 5, 2018

Interview Hacks for New Grads and Everyone Else

No matter your age, interviews can be nerve-wracking.  Here are some tips for shining a positive light on your candidacy. First, forget your agenda which is […]
July 30, 2018

Do you have the chops for the job?

  Handling tough and trick questions with confidence goes a long way toward demonstrating that you are the best solution to the hiring manager’s needs. You […]
July 23, 2018

Are you making these job search mistakes?

With rare exception, landing the right job takes longer than you think. Sometimes job seekers are their own worst enemy. They do things that unnecessarily prolong […]
July 3, 2018

Jumping back into the Job Market?

Jumping back into the job market can be fraught with challenge. Occasionally, I work with individuals who are re-entering the job market after taking a break […]
July 3, 2018

Putting Curiosity to Work

Successful interviews of all types reflect a real interest in the other party. Curious, open-ended who, what, where and how questions lead to an expansion of […]