Results Through People
Q: I am applying for a role with a new company This new company is a competitor of my employer. Many of my co-workers know my strengths and weaknesses. I am very detail-oriented and deadline driven. I like to crunch … Continued
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 The company rescinded the offer because of “changing business conditions.”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
Q: Many of us have received the same advice over and over. Network, network, network. However, what are some tips that maybe we (your followers) have never heard about. Any secrets to share? A: I could talk for days about … Continued
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
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
Q: I am 59 years old and was just laid off. I would like to work a bit closer to home and not have to travel to Cambridge anymore. My goal is to work in a company in a non-management … Continued
Q: My husband has applied to several jobs online. It seems that no one responds to resumes submitted anymore. He is not having great success. What advice do you have for a 42-year-old purchasing specialist in his job search? A: … Continued
Q: I think I do a great job at evaluating a role and deciding if it is “the right one,” but…. I don’t do a great job at spotting problems within a company before I join. Historically, my roles have … Continued
Q: I interviewed for a new job in March. I was turned down because the feedback was “lack of preparation, specifically had not researched the company.” Is there an expectation that I will have researched the company, even for a … Continued
Q: I am a recent college grad. My parents insist that I have a job by July 1. What are your best job hunting suggestions for a recent college grad? A: Congratulations! How wonderful that you recently graduated from college. … Continued