Monthly Archives: May 2010

Professional Integrity

By Karen Kodzik | Published: May 24, 2010

Integrity is one of the most popular attributes job seekers are looking for in a new employer. They are looking closely at companies and how they have conducted themselves in tough times. Job seekers often express their frustration about the seemingly lack of integrity prospective employers show in the hiring process with very [...]

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Making the most out of your references

By Karen Kodzik | Published: May 17, 2010

In the “old days” of job search reference letters were submitted with the resume. Then we moved to a standard line at the bottom of the resume saying “references available upon request”. But things in the job market have changed and you no longer need to do either. In the current [...]

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Jobs Guaranteed

By Karen Kodzik | Published: May 12, 2010

Except for the fact that we all die, nothing in life is guaranteed. So the fact that Harvey Mackay is guaranteeing that if you read his book: Use Your Head to Get Your Foot in the Door, you will have a job in 6 months is a little unsettling. As a career counselor, [...]

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5 Big Networking No No’s

By Karen Kodzik | Published: May 3, 2010

In any given week I can network with 100′s of job seekers and professionals in career transition. I see various levels of networking skills and savvy, as well mistakes. My hope is that by sharing these mistakes, job seekers and professionals alike will become much more effective networkers.
1. No eye contact. [...]

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