Job search tips for a recent grad
Q: I have been looking for a new job. I graduated in December, 2022. I took a few months off to travel and visit with family. Now I realize that I am competing with May, 2023 grads. I probably should … Continued
No bachelor’s degree? Pattie Hunt Sinacole shares advice
Q: I have had a successful career for about 20 years. Most of my roles have been in sales or sales management. I had a 12-year run at one company. In the past, my personal and professional contacts have been … Continued
What does “throwing spaghetti on the wall” have to do with job hunting? Pattie Hunt Sinacole discusses
Q: I have applied for hundreds of jobs over the past few months. I spend hours online every day and apply to jobs posted on job boards. I know early on my resume did not look great. I think I … Continued
How to move up
Q: I am 21 years old and I work two jobs, one in retail. Both are not in professional office environments. My goal is to work in a professional office environment. I have a degree but I really don’t use … Continued
LinkedIn and a job search
Q: You seem to be a fan of LinkedIn for those of us looking for a new opportunity. Please explain. Why should I spend time on my LinkedIn profile or even connecting with others? Years ago, we never used LinkedIn … Continued
Landing a summer job for 2022
Q: I am a senior in high school. My hope is to work in a summer job (next year – 2022) related to finance. How do I secure such a job? I love math and numbers. I enjoy watching the … Continued
Offer rescinded, now what?
Q: I am in between jobs. I left my last job in May and accepted a job starting in June. The company rescinded the offer because of “changing business conditions.” Now I am without a job. I am looking for … Continued
Internship cancelled, now what?
Q: My summer internship was just cancelled because of COVID-19. I am devastated. I need to gain some work experience as I am a junior. I went abroad this year so didn’t have the opportunity to work during the semester, … Continued
A rescinded offer, now what?
Q: I am a December grad. I am a finance major. I am afraid of my job hunt in this new “COVID-19 world.” What should I be doing to help my search? I had an offer for a very good … Continued
Can an introvert network successfully? Yes!
Q: I am an introvert. I am nervous about looking for a new job. I have been told “networking is key.” Or my coach tells me “get out there.” Honestly, I break out in a sweat when someone mentions networking. … Continued