Before You Side Hustle… 

Here's a link to an article that gives great advice and tips to consider before launching a side gig. The full article, originally produced and syndicated by WealthofGeeks, is below.

One-third of those polled in…

Let's talk about video interviews. 

Have you been invited to an interview that took place over video? If so, tell me about your experience in the comments. A friend recently posted about her video interview experience on LinkedIn. She heard…

Summer 2023 Career Class Schedule

Class subjects include resume writing / updating your resume; interviewing; Applicant Tracking Systems; negotiations; networking; LinkedIn; side hustles / part-time jobs; volunteering; helpful job search sites; identifying skills and strengths; positioning your skills and strengths…

Remote Working Advice Beyond Desks and Houseplants

If you’re new to working remotely and are concerned it isn't for you, I have one piece of advice that might turn that around for you:
Create an accountability relationship. This relationship can…

A book about ideas, scaling, and…QUITTING.

TV Can Be Educational.

A few days ago I was watching my favorite news show, WGN Morning News. They always have the best guests. This particular morning, Robin and Larry interviewed University of…

Firing Employees is Public Relations

Companies develop their reputations not just by showcasing their products or services, but also touting how many jobs they create and how happy their employees are. They talk about their benefits programs, diversity and inclusion…

Another New COVID Normal: Surprise House Guest, or Potential Employer?

A Gutsy Question…

When I’m coaching a client for an in-person job interview, I strongly encourage the candidate to ask, “May I have a tour of the office (or work…

You'd be Prettier If…

Do I really even need to finish this sentence, or did you finish it in your head already? 

A friend of mine (long-time business owner and general force of nature) incredulously told me that someone lobbed…

Join me for this free employment webinar on Tuesday, 4/28 at 9:30AM (CST), hosted by the St. Charles Library (St. Charles, IL). If you saw me on WGN Morning News on 4/23, I’ll build off of the few tips I…

We’re happy to report there are a lot of low or no-cost resources for job seekers in the Chicagoland area. College of DuPage contributes to this bounty with their Plus 50 series of classes taught by local experts, including Lauren…