Beyond – The Confident Career

January 3, 2017 Julie Shenkman

New Year, New Job: 5 Tips for Job Searching in 2017

It’s never a bad time to kick-start your job search, but if you’re looking for a new career opportunity, the New Year is a great time to reset and commit to achieving your goals after the holiday rush. But just

November 15, 2016 Julie Shenkman

Career Success Rebooted: This is NOT Your Father’s Career

I grew up in a time when Wall Street was booming, shoulder pads (and hair) were big, and a wood paneled station wagon was a status symbol, yes, you guessed right, it was the 80s. My parents each worked in

November 3, 2016 Julie Shenkman

The One Thing About The 2016 Election Everyone Can Agree On

Regardless of who we’re voting for this election, talking politics at work is a no-no.

October 28, 2015 Julie Shenkman

4 Reasons to Boost Your Career with a Specialization

Due to the rapid advancement of technology and changes in the job market, employers are seeking employees that are Subject Matter Experts. Previously, schooling was a more holistic experience aimed at creating well-rounded individuals—students learned something about everything. Now the

November 3, 2014 Julie Shenkman

Would You Sport a Moustache During Your Job Search?

One third of job seekers said they won’t take part because they don’t want it to impact their job search October is a month dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness and women’s health issues, but November is dedicated to the guys.

Soft skills get little respect but will make or break your career

September 30, 2014 Julie Shenkman

Top 5 Soft Skills Employers Look For

While employers and hiring managers typically use a job seeker’s technical skills to narrow down the candidate pool, it’s the job seeker’s soft skills that will most likely land them the job. The interview process is the time when a

August 5, 2014 Julie Shenkman

Top Ten Places to Find a Job Q2 2014

So you’re in the market for a new job, but you don’t know where to look? Start here with the top ten places to find a job.

People in a meeting at work strategizing

October 29, 2013 Julie Shenkman

Tuesday Career Advice: Is It Time to Make a Career Change?

It can be intimidating to consider a career change, and many people have probably held on to their jobs or stayed in their fields longer than they would have in the past due to a tough job market. However, with