Coffee Break: How Do You Answer the Question “Why Are You Leaving Your Current Job”?
There are many tricky questions in interviews. Yet, the ones that refer to your current place of employment, as you're looking to make a transition, may be among the trickiest. How do you talk about the place you're obviously looking to move on from, and remain...
Work It: Silk Shirt
I'm loving the black-and-white contrast on this silk crepe-de-chine shirt from The Outnet. The loose fit is very comfortable, while the delicate fabric, and paneled, buttoned cuffs are more on the conservative side. And even better, this shirt is on sale for $81 at...
10 Mental Hacks to Prepare for A Successful Interview
I've done my share of interviews, whether formal or informal, group or individual, traditional and non-traditional, etc. And although most of my interviewing experience, and feedback from friends and family members also going through the interview process, is quite...
7 Unconventional Tips to Turning the Interview Into A Job Offer
I've had my share of interviewing tipsc recruiting advice, and how-to's on getting the right interview, the right interviewers, and end up with the perfect career (which we kinda all know doesn't exactly exist). Yet, what is not nearly talked about enough, are those...
Coffee Break: Is the Recruiter trying to Avoid You?
So you were contacted by a recruiter for an interesting position. You did your homework, and made sure he or she was a reputable recruiter, had an initial conversation with them and forwarded your resume for submission. Fast forward a couple of weeks, and no call...
Work It: Flounce Dress
I like the simplicity of this easy, yet very professional and elegant flounce dress from Ann Taylor. The botanic cut is extremely flattering, while the feminine flounce hem makes it a pretty, and practical option for work and cocktail hours. This dress is $179 at Ann...
4 Tips to Recruit The Best Recruiter for You
I've dealt with my share of recruiters. The ones who randomly call you at work as your manager is passing by your cubicle. Those who track you down on Linked In and send you emails with titles like "I have THE perfect position for you". And the recruiters/marketing...
The 411: Weekly News Update
Happy Mommy Day to all biological, non-biological and spiritual moms out there! We salute your courage, strength, and impact on this world. And we're sharing this weekly news update dedicated to moms with you, as you hopefully are sipping on your cup of coffee...
Coffee Break: Can You Bring Your Kids to the Interview?
If you've ever been faced with struggling to find a babysitter to interview for a job, you're in great company! First Lady Michelle Obama was in the same boat a few years ago when she took newborn Sasha to a job interview! Yet, since we're not Michelle Obama, can we...
Week-End Pick: Peasant Top
This week-end pick is an easy-peasy one, literally. Loving this woven peasant top from Target! The look is great to transition seasons, and it's perfect with your favorite jeans or capri pants for the week-end! The price is pretty easy-peasy to0, topping at $29.99!...
