How to make the shift from job to career Are you done with jumping from job to job? At some point in the first decade of your working life, you will probably tire of jumping around and start to think about the bigger picture. If this sounds like you, listen in to this month’s episode…
The 5-step formula for hiring like a pro This article was published as part of the Denver Business Journal Leadership Trust, an invitation-only network of influential business leaders, experts, executives and entrepreneurs. As an entrepreneur or small business owner, hiring team members isn’t a daily exercise — you probably have only a handful of positions you…
Ace your initial screen! Is it your first time working with a recruiter? Here are our three tips for making a great first impression and nailing your initial screening interview: Treat the screening interview as if you’re interviewing with the hiring manager Be prepared! Answer the question asked Best of luck making an excellent first…
First time working with a recruiter? Here’s how to show up for your initial screen! Screens are the first part of the interview process. It’s your chance to make a great first impression as a candidate, and get a glimpse of your potential future employer. The initial screen is often with an outside recruiter, but…
What is your career destination? Imagine that your career is a coast-to-coast road trip. There are many stops along the way, some occasional side roads, hills to climb, valleys to navigate and even some bad weather here and there. Much like the moves you make while driving your car, each step you take in your…
Embracing employee engagement while avoiding an entitlement culture This article was published as part of the Denver Business Journal Leadership Trust, an invitation-only network of influential business leaders, experts, executives and entrepreneurs. When I launched my first startup, I intended to fix everything I thought was wrong with what I termed “scarcity culture.” I had spent…
Job searching in the summer Summer may not be the ideal time for conducting a job search, but we’ve got a few tips to help you build momentum and generate interest during the seasonal slowdown: Look for summer networking activities with groups that you don’t otherwise have access to Try breakfast meetings instead of lunch…
Is going to work for a startup the right move for you? This episode is for all you professionals working at large corporations or entities who wonder if you are missing something. We’ve assembled a list of traits and realities of working at a startup to help you think through this possible career move: Cash…
A collection of career wisdom in honor of the Graduating Class of 2023 This week we’re honoring the graduating class of 2023 by sharing comments from our team of career coaches. We spend hundreds of hours every month reviewing resumes, preparing candidates for interviews, coaching on salary negotiations and hiring great talent. Additionally, we have…
A collection of career wisdom in honor of the Graduating Class of 2023 This month I thought I’d honor the class of 2023 by soliciting comments from some of the smartest career coaches I know. These amazing women spend hundreds of hours every month reviewing resumes, preparing candidates for interviews, coaching on salary negotiations and…