You checked your credit report? You got a speeding or other traffic ticket? If your answer is never and just the other day, you may not get that job offer you've hope for. In addition to the sometimes arduous application and interview process, more and more employers are checking the credit and driving history of … Continue reading When was the last time…
Reputation Alerts
I wrote a similar post on this topic for the blog I maintain for the Missouri State Teachers Association, but I strongly feel the content is just as relevant to professionals and students. Particularly in light of recent comments by Google CEO, Eric Schmidt, which "outlined his dystopian vision of the future, in which children … Continue reading Reputation Alerts
Resume Gaps
A recent tweet from BrazenCareerist made me feel better about my own resume and gave me a sigh of relief. “Gaps in your resume are a good thing if they are filled w/ interesting projects and adventures. Makes you look more interesting. #HireFriday” As a young journalist, I followed my then fiancée (now husband) to … Continue reading Resume Gaps
Stop Dwelling on Little Mistakes
Consider this a follow-up to my prior post of learning to laugh at yourself. I make lots of little mistakes. Or so I think. A gaffe here and a misspoken or misused word there. Over the course of a day those little faux pas add up. The truth is, no one likely noticed these little … Continue reading Stop Dwelling on Little Mistakes
Calming your Nerves
Everyone has to give a presentation or speak in front of a group at some point in their career. Or at least go through an interview with a panel of more than two people. The thought of speaking in front of people is enough to stir the nerves of just about anyone. Despite years of … Continue reading Calming your Nerves