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Chat Wednesday at noon: Judy Shen-Filerman from Dreambridge Partners
Judy Shen-Filerman is founder and principal of Dreambridge Partners in Arlington, a cross-cultural leadership development firm. Job Doc Q&A with Judy Shen-Filerman
Have I Been out of Work for Too Long?
Q. I have been looking for a job for six months. I'm concerned I'll be considered as being out of work for too long. Toward
Financial counselor helps low-income move out of poverty
By Cindy Atoji Keene There's a truism that says, “It’s expensive to be poor,” said Sandra Suarez, who helps low-income families move out of poverty.
Bullying by a supervisor
Q: I joined a company in Boston in late 2013. The culture is problematic. Our supervisor regularly demeans and ridicules employee mistakes. Instead of dealing
Chat live on 6/17 with Job Doc Elaine Varelas
Elaine Varelas, managing partner of Keystone Partners in Boston, has over 20 years experience in career consulting, executive development and coaching. She contributes weekly to
When an Online Friend Isn’t Who You Expect In-Person
Q. Recently I met up with a friend for lunch for the first time from an iPhone social application. We went to a chain sandwich
How Long Will My Job Search Take?
Q. I am looking for a job and am worried that my severance won't last anywhere near as long as it will take to find
Riding the wave of stand up paddle boarding enthusiasm
By Cindy Atoji Keene The feeling of “walking on water” is a description that’s often given by stand up paddle board (SUP) enthusiasts. “From
Re-entry to workforce after a six-year leave
Q: I am re-entering the workforce after a six-year leave and finding it difficult to find a job. My resume is showing my last employer
Chat Monday at noon with Pattie Hunt Sinacole
Pattie Hunt Sinacole is a human resources expert and works for First Beacon Group in Hopkinton, an HR consulting firm. She contributes weekly to Boston.com
When Leaders Swear
The other day, while a U.S. CEO was being reprimanded by his board for "salty language" (a front page Wall Street Journal story), I was
Thank-you Notes: Obligation or Opportunity?
Q. Hello Peter, I really need some help with these issues. Question: What is the appropriate protocol for giving token gifts of appreciation in business?
What You Need to Know About LinkedIn Profile Pictures
Q. I have learned I need a LinkedIn profile to conduct an effective job search; I have my jobs, education and even one reference from
Golf ranger keeps play on course
By Cindy Atoji Keene As a golf ranger at The Captains Golf Course in Brewster, it’s Jim Davidson’s job to prevent bottlenecks and keep
Comparing two job offers
Q: I have been job hunting for about six months. It was slow around the holidays. I became discouraged because I would send resumes to
How To Excel At Business Golf
“Could I interest you in joining me for a round of golf at my club on Saturday?” your new client asked at the end of
Applying For Jobs Internally
Q. What is the etiquette when applying for jobs internally? I want to apply for a position, but I overheard that someone else in my
Energy auditor checks into home efficency
By Cindy Atoji Keene A home energy checkup – also called a home energy audit – can be the first step for lowering home
Thank-you notes - old fashioned or required?
Q: My son is graduating from college this month. He is searching for a job. We have been very fortunate since many of our friends
Trying to explain your job? Don't.
"What do you do?" someone asks. Unfortunately, your answer sounds like this: You: "I'm a technical, technical, technical. And what that means, basically, is that
Live chat: Resumes, interviews, and networking at noon
Tracy Cashman, a partner at recruiting firm WinterWyman in Waltham, provides placement services for all levels of IT positions, including high-level IT Managers/Directors and CIOs.
Groomed For the Interview
Much has been said and written about what to do when interviewing for a job. From being on time to dressing one notch up to
Performing Job Skills During the Interview
Q. I recently had six separate interviews in one day for a job I really wanted. At the beginning of the fourth interview I was
Medical lab professional aids crucial diagnosis
By Cindy Atoji Keene ' Cytotechnologist Kelly Flora admits that her last name is a bit serendipitous. As a medical laboratory professional who studies
Chat live with Job Doc Elaine Varelas
Elaine Varelas, managing partner of Keystone Partners in Boston, has over 20 years experience in career consulting, executive development and coaching. She contributes weekly to
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