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  • What’s Easier – Hire For or Train On Soft Skills

    Technology can be intimidating, but it isn’t going anywhere. Before technology was a mainstay in corporate America, loyalty, knowing your job really well, and working hard were top values. Now working smart is how people get more done in less time. Loyalty isn’t something expected or given; companies spend billions of dollars in hopes of […]

  • The Most Prominent Employment Issues of 2018

    I attended a task force meeting Friday and there was a lot of inspiration for future blog posts on topics that have and will directly impact both those looking for jobs as well as companies needing talent. Parties in attendance represented employment news, concerns, and trends from the perspectives of the (Chester) county economic development […]

  • 5 Ways to Develop Soft Skills Employers Love

    Have you ever felt like soft skills such as communicating effectively, better managing your time, or building relationships was something you are gifted with, and can not be taught? The belief that soft skills can not be taught is a common misconception and Geek Manager Blogger Meri Williams refers to this belief as the “Soft Skills […]

  • 9 Soft Skills Every Employee Needs, Regardless of Technical Skill

    A brilliant scientist was hired at a pharmaceutical company and was let go six months after landing. He was challenging throughout the qualification process, and I thoroughly coached him during the interview process. He ultimately lost the position because no one could work with him. His brilliance could not be properly leveraged to create value […]

  • Is Your Social Media Presence Hindering Your Job Prospects?

    Job seekers may not realize how heavily their social media profiles can weigh on their job prospects. A social media presence that complements a professional image is just as important as having a great résumé and interview skills. An unprofessional and inappropriate social media presence can easily close the door to career advancement. A 2014 […]

  • Use Keywords With Care or Beware

    Annemarie Walter, President of My Career Transitions, a local job search support group and valued LinkedIn connection, sent to me a LinkedIn post regarding 42 IT keywords to share with TPNG, the Technical Professional Networking Group, which I co-chair.   Before I passed it along, however, there were three important disclaimers about the author’s advice that […]