Connect For Success – Building Rapport
Do you remember the last truly great conversation you had? Did you walk away from it energized and feeling like you made a fantastic connection? Did you feel like the other person just “got” you and you couldn’t wait to talk again? If you have experienced these feelings, you know how phenomenal creating a connection […]
How To Answer Experience Questions
One of my previous managers was fond of saying K.I.S.S. when given multiple solutions to a problem. Obviously, I was caught off guard the first time he said it to me. Once he explained the meaning, I saw it as a great method to stay on the right track. When I have a decision to make, I like to […]
Do You Need Multiple Resumes?
Writing one resume can be difficult, let alone having multiple versions. Regardless of the pain factor, I recommend multiple resumes in some instances. Just like different formats are better for different circumstances, it makes sense for some people to have multiple versions of their resume. Why? There are 3 reasons I can think that will likely make […]
How To Evaluate Compensation Packages
When you get a job offer, there is a flurry of excitement – someone believes in your skills, experience and potential enough to invite you to their team! It is an exciting time and emotions are high. We all like to be liked and all have some kind of ego that tells us what we are worth. […]
How To Evaluate Job Offers
If you are making a career move, the ultimate goal is to be offered a job. A job offer is the official piece of this process. Hiring companies try to spell out the most enticing offer possible. Depending on your situation, you might be ready to accept any offer. This is a terrible idea, but a subject […]
How To Know It Is Time To Move On
Most people don’t make a career move for a single reason. Leaving one position for another usually has a mixture of causes. Yes, we all need money, but most of us won’t hop from job to job to make an extra buck or two. Satisfaction and feeling challenged and appreciated usually rank higher than salary in our […]
Know Your Number – Prepare For Salary Negotiations
When you ace an interview and are positive a job offer is coming your way, the world is your oyster. You can quickly be disappointed if the salary doesn’t meet your expectations. What do you do when you feel the offer could be better? For starters, don’t decline until you fully evaluate the job offer […]
Maximize Sales By Optimizing Your Online Ordering Software
No matter your product base, if you sell building products, optimizing your company’s online ordering system can only help you win sales. Why? Sure, some customers only want to order face-to-face or over the phone. But, online ordering has become more prevalent in every facet of life and the building products industry isn’t different. Why […]
Questions That Can’t Help But Impress
Interviews aren’t one-way streets. The applicant shouldn’t be the only one answering questions. So, avoid interview burnout by being ready with some meaningful questions of your own. Asking your own questions helps encourage active dialogue, which in turn leads to better understanding. Quality questions demonstrate your ability to dig below the surface and shows you are enthusiastic about […]
Quickly Spiff Up Your Resume
A less than stellar resume isn’t just boring, it can hurt your chances of getting an interview. Depending on when you wrote your resume, it probably can use a little bit of shining up. You can maximize your resumes’ potential by emphasizing certain areas of your career. Demonstrate your ROI capabilities by presenting your qualifications in […]