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Sneaking around: 10 tips for a confidential job search career job search job search advice job search tips Apr 10, 2023

Are you cheating on your significant other?

 

Do you want to?

 

No, I’m not talking about a new romantic relationship. I’m talking about cheating on your boss to find a new job!

 

Conducting a confidential job search can feel like sneaking around. Trying to make time to...

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So, you didn't win the lottery. Now what? career career advice Jan 16, 2023

Want an in-depth discussion of this topic? Check out my latest podcast episode of “Tattooed Freaks in Business Suits:”

https://www.personaltouchcareerservices.com/podcasts/tattooed-freaks-in-business-suits/episodes/2147849429

 

I admit it. Over the few days leading up to the...

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A strategic approach to career cushioning best practices career career advice job hunting job search job search tips Jan 03, 2023

Have you heard of career cushioning yet? If not, get ready for the next career trend of 2023.

 A carry-over term from the dating world, cushioning is the process of thinking about or actively testing the waters for a new relationship when the current one looks like it might be in danger of...

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4 Tips to Recession-proof Your Career career career advice job search Jul 18, 2022

Chances are, you have heard the warning signs: Economic experts are predicting a Recession very soon, especially in light of current inflation.

 

How will this impact your career? And what can you do about it?

 

1. Watch Your Industry

Depending on your industry, the impact on your...

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When is a promotion a bad thing? career career advice Jun 10, 2022

When is a promotion a bad thing?

 When it doesn’t carry any weight with it.

 Unfortunately, I hear this exact situation all the time. Someone strives throughout their career to gain a meaningful management position, only to discover that when they finally land the role, it is in...

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Are Cover Letters Obsolete? best practices career job hunting job search job search advice Mar 28, 2022

It's no secret that hiring standards change over time. One of the latest trends is HR's attitude towards cover letters. What used to be a requirement is often not even requested anymore.

Recently, the Personal Touch Career Services surveyed the members of the Mile High SHRM (Society for Human...

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Four Signs that Your Job Search May Be in Trouble career job hunting job search job search advice job search tips resume Mar 18, 2022

Job searching can be lonely business, with very little feedback built into the process. Most of the time, companies don’t even acknowledge receiving your application, let alone letting you know when you won’t be considered for the job. With all of this radio silence, how can you tell...

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Do you need an expert resume writer or an expert in your field? career career advice job hunting job search advice resume resume writing Mar 10, 2022

Does your career fit neatly into one category, or do you suffer from terminal uniqueness? As a career coach, I am often asked if we have experience with certain industries or roles. Fortunately, with over 15 years of experience in this field, I have literally seen and done it all. Nevertheless,...

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