From Lindsay Olson
February 7, 2012 at 11:34 am
When is the last time you updated your resume? Sure, you may have added job experience, but did you actually clean up the copy you use to sell yourself to prospective employers?It’s ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
February 2, 2012 at 2:18 pm
This is a post by PR columnist, Alison Kenney.Want to know reporters’ pet peeves about working with PR people?No?Me neither!But attend any panel session that includes members ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
January 26, 2012 at 10:23 pm
For decades now, U.S. News & World Report has annually released a respected ranking of American universities. For hiring managers and human resources personnel around the country ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
January 25, 2012 at 1:55 pm
As more companies strive to adhere to greener initiatives, you can guarantee that the need for individuals skilled in a variety of green technologies will grow significantly in ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
January 12, 2012 at 4:08 pm
You know you can use the Internet to look for a job and to network to find one, but here are other ways you can do your own research to better position you to be hired.Research ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
January 10, 2012 at 1:12 pm
This is a post by PR columnist, Alison Kenney.It’s been ten years since I launched my own independent PR consultancy and I like to think I’ve learned a little along the way. ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
January 4, 2012 at 10:15 am
Losing a job can be difficult if you don’t have a game plan. Authors Richard S. Deems, Ph.D. and Terri A. Deems, Ph.D. address the emotional stress of losing a job as well as ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
December 28, 2011 at 7:46 am
When is the last time you gave yourself a self-evaluation? Can you easily discuss and demonstrate your professional strengths? When searching for a job, you need to know what ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
December 20, 2011 at 7:19 am
This is a guest post by Alison Kenney.It’s that time of year…when families gather for the holidays lots of things can happen. Those of us in the PR profession have more than ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
December 19, 2011 at 4:55 am
With your social calendar full of holiday parties this time of year, take advantage of the opportunity to network and build contacts that might help you find a job. Here are 10 ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
December 7, 2011 at 8:11 am
This is a post by PR columnist, Alison Kenney.In the world of PR, solo practitioners have a bit of mystery about them. Without an affiliation to an organization they can be hard ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
December 5, 2011 at 10:04 am
You know it’s coming. The dreaded interview question.“What’s your greatest weakness? or “Where do you see yourself in five years?”Questions like these set you up to ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
November 21, 2011 at 11:00 am
Many people assume that the job market slows around the holidays and end of year, but that’s not true. It’s actually a good time to step up your networking and job seeking, ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
November 15, 2011 at 11:48 am
If you’ve recently graduated or are having trouble getting your foot in the door in your industry of choice, have you considered interning? Interning gives you experience in ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
November 9, 2011 at 12:45 pm
Dress up, dress down, a black suit, skirt or pants, hair loose or pulled back….. how you dress for the interview may influence the hiring manager’s decision. See my ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
November 7, 2011 at 11:31 am
I can’t believe Thanksgiving is already approaching! It’s the time of year when we sit back and reflect on our past year and all we have to be thankful for. Losing your job ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
November 7, 2011 at 11:10 am
I can’t believe Thanksgiving is already approaching! It’s the time of year when we sit back and reflect on our past year and all we have to be thankful for. Losing your job ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
November 1, 2011 at 2:49 pm
These days, it’s not uncommon to see people tweeting or blogging about unemployment. In fact, it’s becoming quite the trend. With around 14 million people out of jobs, it’s ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
October 25, 2011 at 11:28 am
If you are looking online for your next job, I posted some tips on how to evaluate online job ads to make applying easier and help you provide the right information to the employers. ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
October 20, 2011 at 3:11 pm
When you go to school and earn a degree in public relations, communications, or English, landing a job can prove to be a bit more difficult than in a more specific field like pharmacy ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
October 19, 2011 at 11:22 am
When it comes to resume writing, the content is the most important piece. Formatting plays an important piece in how you present yourself as well. Depending on the job and ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
October 13, 2011 at 4:40 pm
Are you wondering how to ask for your employer for a salary increase? Over on US News & World Report, I have a few tips and factors for you to consider: How to Ask for a Raise ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
October 11, 2011 at 10:33 am
It can be daunting to apply for public relations jobs that want more experience than you’ve got. If you are just entering the workforce, it seems like every company wants ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
October 7, 2011 at 7:48 am
We know the unemployment rate has been in turmoil for a while, and numbers from Bullhorn prove it so. Recently, the staffing and recruiting software company studied 16 million ... (
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From Lindsay Olson
October 5, 2011 at 10:42 am
You’ve been interviewing with another company and just got an offer. Now it’s time to resign and your employer blindsides you with a counter offer. Promises for more ... (
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