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April Fools' Day - But these were not Pranks
Published on April 03, 2013 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: None
April Fools’ Day But These Were Not Pranks!!! In the spirit of April Fools’ Day, I was thinking how throughout my years as a human resource executive, I collectively interviewed, hired and counseled thousands of people. Every now and then, something happened causing the internal utterance of the words, “You can’t make this stuff up!” The below are true stories….on my honor, not pranks, though you would want to think so! ...read more
What’s Really Behind the Tough Interview Questions?
Published on January 31, 2013 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: interview preparation, job interview, job interview preparation, job interviews, Job Search
What’s Really Behind the Tough Interview Questions? How to handle tough interview questions. I remember the one interview question/situation that made me think, “I’m done for!!” I was interviewing for a recruiter position with my potential boss, Amy, the Human Resource Vice President at a bank. Without saying hello, Amy leaned back in her big leather chair, lit a cigarette, threw the pack of cigs on the desk, blew smoke in my face and said, “So tell me about yourself.” For a split second I thought, “I’m dead!” Then I realized this was a test of intimidation. Game on! I ignored the smoke from the unfiltered Camel, sat up in my chair and decided that with my answer, I was going to make friends with Amy. I figured that if I was offered the job, I would ultimately be working for her, so I might as well test my ability to survive in what would be a challenging environment. More about this later… ...read more
New Ways to Optimize Your LinkedIn Experience
Published on January 10, 2013 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: None
New Ways to Optimize your LinkedIn Experience People connect on LinkedIn to share information, discuss current topics, seek job and business opportunities and cultivate professional relationships. A recruiter’s dream come true, LinkedIn offers value for people across all professions. According to a post on stumbleupon.com, 25 million LinkedIn profiles are viewed daily. With 185M profiles and 175K added each day, it’s safe to say that LinkedIn is the networking site of choice for professionals. LinkedIn recently unveiled new tools that enhance the opportunity to connect with others, build relationships and get discovered by recruiters. ...read more
Restarting or Launching a Job Search after Hurricane Sandy?
Published on December 07, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: None
Nassau Journals, Perkins Restaurant in Colts Neck and Panoramic Resumes have partnered to present “Finding a Job over Pancakes”, a day of free one on one job search consultations on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 for individuals who have become newly unemployed or whose job search was interrupted as a result of Hurricane Sandy. Panoramic Resumes will provide one on one 30 minute job search consultations scheduled in advance by appointment. Consultation format is up to you! Seek guidance on any or a combination of areas regarding resume review, job search, LinkedIn profile, interview preparation, networking, job boards etc. ...read more
Acing Star Interviews
Published on November 13, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: None
The STAR Approach (Situation. Task. Actions. Results.) is the format by which job candidates should respond to behavioral based questions. ...read more
Are Your Job Search Organized
Published on September 29, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: how to manage your job search, job search, job search organization
Are You Job Search Organized? Learn How to Manage Your Job Search Don’t let this happen to you… So your phone rings and it’s a recruiter wishing to speak with you about a job you applied for - all of a sudden, you go blank having applied for so many jobs that you can’t remember this one! Unfortunately, this happens and does not make a great first impression on potential employers. Here are four quick fix ways to get organized and stay on your toes during a job search: ...read more
Forever Young
Published on September 04, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: how to find a job, job interviews, job interviews. finding a job, Job Search, job search email addresses, resume, resume email addresses, resume updates, resume writing, returning to work, starting a job search over 40, working moms, working mothers
Forever Young Okay, so maybe your blonde hair has “overnight” turned gray or you are not as tech savvy as you would like to be. Does this put you at a disadvantage versus younger candidates in a job search? Yes, if you let it! ...read more
Job Search Sharing
Published on August 02, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: how to find a job, job interview preparation, job interviews, job interviews. finding a job, networking, returning to work, social networking
Job Search Sharing What does sharing have to do with you if you are searching for a job? Well, before I answer your question, let me first tell you what I learned about sharing when I was a child. ...read more
When you’ve Got ‘Splaining to do’!
Published on July 03, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: how to find a job, job interview, job interview preparation, job interviews, job interviews. finding a job, job search, quitting a job
I am sure all of us at one time or another has fantasized about telling our boss to “take this job and shove it!” No matter how tempting it may be to spontaneously quit a job, the thrill is rather fleeting once reality kicks in and you realize you now have to find another one. The killer question Why did you quit a job without having another one? It’s so much easier to find a job when you have one because quitting without another job raises a red flag that every employer will hone in on. ...read more
Playground Rules 101
Published on June 03, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: first 90 day of a new job, interview preparation, job interview, job interview preparation, job search, leadership onboarding
Playground Rules 101 Would you like to know how to make a great impression during your next job interview? It’s Easy! Just remember the rules of the playground you learned as a child. Play nice in the sandbox No matter what your level of experience or occupation, employers want to know that you can get along with others and be a good team player. You can do this by demonstrating your ability to build and maintain professional relationships across organizations and with customers. ...read more
Job Search Unslumping
Published on April 01, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: depression, how to find a job, interview preparation, job, job interviews. finding a, job search
Job Search Un-slumping Unless you land a job on your first interview, chances are that you may feel defeated or depressed as a result of being rejected by employers during the course of a job search. ...read more
Leadership Onboarding
Published on March 19, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: first 90 day of a new job, how to find a job, how to start a new job, job search, leadership onboarding, new job orientation, onboarding, returning to work
The purpose of onboarding as a new employee is to accelerate your ability to understand company culture, build relationships and learn how the work really gets done. Spending this time up front will build a strong foundation for the development and success of your business plan. ...read more
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