I founded Top Margin in 1990, so I have had a whopping three decades to observe job seekers repeatedly making the same blunders. I've seen how resumes have evolved but how the advice friends, family, and, ahem, some job search specialists provide to job-seekers hasn't...
Turn ‘Deer in the Headlights’ into ‘Star of the Show’ in Your Next Job Interview Imagine you're seated in a job interview, and you're asked to name your top three game-changing skills, complete with real-world examples. Does that question bring out your inner...
It's not the mechanics of getting out a piece of paper and asking a few questions, any more than your job is to have a meeting. A few days ago a resume writing colleague was at a loss for words when a potential client queried why a resume for an executive would be...
Ever been thrown a curveball and asked, "What's your best advice for a young professional?" I got hit with this poser recently and ended up not with the asked-for seven life lessons, but a fabulous eight. So, let's lift the lid on the secrets to soaring in your...
I'm pleased to welcome a guest writer this week, Monica Gomez. Please see her bio at the conclusion of this article. It's not surprising to hear people complain about their jobs. Many people dread going to work each day. And, while the reasons for this can be...
You know that classic gem from Henry Ford, "Whether you think you can, or think you can’t, you’re right"? Well, strap in, because we're about to dive deep into the power of mindset and how it can absolutely turbo-charge your career! Two People Decide Your Fate—One of...