If you are going to say something – Make a Statement

"In the future everybody will be world famous for 15 minutes."     — Andy Warhol, 1928-1987. You’ve most likely heard this famous quote before. Andy Warhol refers to a special time in our lives when something we’ve done or accomplished gives us the visibility and recognition we deserve. If you were to look back took an Read More …

How to stand out from the crowd – Become an Actor

I am always looking for different ways to differentiate myself from the competition. One f the ways I found how to do this is looking in different markets for ideas that I can apply to my surroundings. I was thinking about a blog post for this site and wondered, who has the toughest time standing Read More …

Job Seekers do you have a telephone script!

All the pros have one, what about you? Best way to handle the gatekeeper: Try to say as little as possible about why you are calling. End your response to any question asked with, "So may I please speak with Mr(s). ________?”  If you get hold of the person you are calling or more than Read More …

Where do you start your job search?

Most people feel uncomfortable when they out of work and start searching in newspapers, online and cold calling. Even though, we have all heard that 80% of the jobs are never advertised. If that many are not, how do you hear about them? It is pretty simple, just do the math. Most people know approximately Read More …

Have an interview – prepare yourself?

Being well prepared will boost your confidence and lower your anxiety. Experts recommend that you spend at least three hours preparing for each interview. You should draft answers to the most common interview questions and practice speaking them out loud. You also should read up on the company with which you will be interviewing and Read More …

Looking for a Job Referral – Steal an Idea!

I build employee, volunteer and sales referral programs for companies using the Duct Tape Marketing Referral Flood program . But, what I really want to talk to you about is how you can use that same message in reverse. If you are looking for a job, take the time to review some referral programs and Read More …