Articles & Career Tips

Re-Imagining Life After 50

Whether through divorce, downsizing, widowhood or choice, millions of middle-aged people are often surprised to find themselves, suddenly perhaps, in a position where they need to start over in at least some aspect of their lives. Perhaps you’ve lived with … Continue reading →

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Are You Making These Three Mistakes In Your Job Search?

Judi Lansky, of Lansky Career Consultants based in Chicago, discuss three critical mistakes in the job search process that should be avoided. Mistake #1:    Not Knowing What You’re Looking For If you can’t clearly tell a networking contact or an … Continue reading →

Too Young to Retire?

Many of you may remember when the typical pattern for many people’s working lives was to get a job after they finished their education, stay at that job for many years, perhaps change jobs once or twice and retire at … Continue reading →

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Career Counselor or Career Coach?

If you’re in a career transition or looking for a new job, and want some assistance in the process, which one would you choose: a career counselor or a career coach?  Let’s try to distinguish between the two. Career Counselor … Continue reading →

Social Media as a Job Search Tool

Although interacting with employers and colleagues face to face is an excellent way to make connections and find out about job opportunities, social media has become another excellent, fun and time-saving way to connect with people who may be able … Continue reading →

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