Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Don't Rely on Hearsay!
In a recession, your career decisions will directly impact your opportunities in a tight job market. Therefore you cannot rely on unsubstantiated information. The best way to make sure you make informed decisions.
One common mistake among job seekers is not using free or low-cost information available from credentialed, experienced career service professionals. Instead, they listen to co-workers, spouses, or their retired uncles who teach college English. While these folks all have valuable input and good intentions, not everything they offer falls under the category of good advice.
Visit your local bookstore and locate good career books. If you can't afford to buy the books frequent the library. Use this Internet to find free information. We bloggers are here for you! However be sure to examine the credentials of any book and website authors to verify that they are qualified to offer advice.
In short, don't believe everything you hearyes. Everyone has changed jobs and many have hired staff. Believe me that doesn't make them experts. Seek help from those who spend their days in the trenches.
One common mistake among job seekers is not using free or low-cost information available from credentialed, experienced career service professionals. Instead, they listen to co-workers, spouses, or their retired uncles who teach college English. While these folks all have valuable input and good intentions, not everything they offer falls under the category of good advice.
Visit your local bookstore and locate good career books. If you can't afford to buy the books frequent the library. Use this Internet to find free information. We bloggers are here for you! However be sure to examine the credentials of any book and website authors to verify that they are qualified to offer advice.
In short, don't believe everything you hearyes. Everyone has changed jobs and many have hired staff. Believe me that doesn't make them experts. Seek help from those who spend their days in the trenches.
