Blogs - The Empty Cube

Workplace politics and survival of the fittest

Hi Friends, Sharing with you an interesting blog posted on http://www.talentequity.in/blog/?p=61 In these times of slow economic recovery, many of us are finding it difficult to hold on to our respective jobs. Work pressures, stretched working hours, stringent quality checks and - clubbed with all this - workplace politics. Ethically speaking, just how desperate are we to save our job? You need to be aware when someone is gun… Continue

Added by Sanjay Kaushik on September 29, 2009 at 6:45am — No Comments

What prevents you from getting that job?

Hi Friends, Sharing with you an interesting blog posted on http://www.talentequity.in/blog Please share your views. It depresses me when I meet some smart talented youth, without a job. Scratch their surface and I am surprised with the findings. The observation is that many of them really do not even know what is the kind of job they are looking for!!! I have come across many a candidate who have not yet decided on a goal/area of interest. They have no idea as to which field/industry they wan… Continue

Added by Sanjay Kaushik on August 27, 2009 at 7:37am — No Comments

Thoughtful Persistence

I rather like this blog and think this article on thoughtful persistence with agencies is also a good one about how to work with a range of recruiters and support services. Its earlier companion adds to the value: http://onetomatoatatime.blogspot.com/ Continue

Added by Patricia A. Frame on August 18, 2009 at 3:48pm — No Comments

Is your online image hampering your professional prospects?

Hi Friends, I am sharing an interesting blogpost posted on TalentEquity.in This posting is my continuation of my earlier posting ‘Tips to make a good impression in an interview’. - "I asked, ‘what’s the best way you consider for background check of a prospective employee?’, to a friend who is a recruiter in a company. I was surprised with his answer when he replied… Continue

Added by Sanjay Kaushik on August 11, 2009 at 1:43pm — No Comments

When you get the pink slip....

Hi Friends, Sharing with an interesting blogpost posted on TalentEquity.in "Last week one of my friends Sumit received this awful and not so unexpected news, “Effective today your services are not required. Kindly collect your belongings/ dues by the weekend”. He immediately called me up with very stressed and frustrated voice and complained about the employer that he has worked with them for more than 4 years now and how they could do… Continue

Added by Sanjay Kaushik on August 3, 2009 at 1:30pm — 3 Comments

What to Do When Your Labeled "Overqualified"

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Added by Joe Work on July 27, 2009 at 2:15pm — 1 Comment

In these terrible times!

The beauty of each morning is that even though some of the people here on The Empty Cube have been unemployed for a day, a week and for some more than that, it still is a new beginning, The question one has to ask is "what the heck am I going to do differently than I did yesterday". Well believe it or not, you do have choices. One choice is keep doing what you're doing, meaning, look through the classifieds for a job in your field of expertise and if that does not seem to be there then a job for… Continue

Added by David J. Weiner on July 25, 2009 at 11:46am — No Comments

22 year headhunter releases for the first time to the public "Free Resume Secrets"

One resume at a time we are doing our best to pick up the economy. After 25 years, over 100,000 resumes and thousands of interviews "Free Resume Secrets" is launched. This book contains exclusive content you can use today to help you create a winning resume. In partnership with national advertisers we have created a solution that will allow everyone access to this valuable information for free. http://www.FreeResumeSecrets.com Continue

Added by Michael Donovin on June 18, 2009 at 9:01pm — No Comments

Executive Consulting

If you know anyone who may be interested in a multiple stream consulting position. Have them contact Gary Snyder at GTS Strategy Partners. gsnyder@gtsstrategypartners.com There are Regional Director positions open as well with ability to make over $200,000/Year, IF YOU CAN RECRUIT AND SELL. Contact us to set up a webinar on the company direction and concept focus. Executive Consultant: This is a Business Opportunity GTS seeks "Referral Consultants" from coast to coast, who have a gre… Continue

Added by Gary Snyder on June 4, 2009 at 8:00pm — No Comments

Is it time to "Dumb Down" your resume?

Plan B - Some professionals who find themselves constantly rejected despite decades of experience, scaling back the truth -- or at the least, some of their experiences -- can feel like the only chance at an interview. More at: http://joewantswork.blogspot.com/ Continue

Added by Joe Work on May 28, 2009 at 11:42pm — No Comments

Last Days of Work

My layoff from Towers Perrin was unusual in a couple of respects. First, they laid off all the freelancers -- the folks without benefits -- and kept all their permanent, more expensive, employees. Which I kind of respect, actually. Second, they didn't just walk us to the door -- they gave us two weeks notice, from March 23 to April 7. April 7 would be our last day in our cubicle, our last paid day. 04/05/09, Two Days Left: I had bad dreams that took place in a hospital and in a former mother-in… Continue

Added by Trish (Steinley) Davis on May 28, 2009 at 3:15pm — 3 Comments

Basic Tips to Get a Job

I have been unemployed for a year and during this time I have learned several things that I am practicing now to be more “attractive” and get a good job instead of any job. One of the learning is networking, in your community and over the Internet; so I really appreciate this opportunity offered by The Empty Cube. My first intention to join this group is to share some of my experiences hoping that some of you don’t make the mistakes I have done in trying to get a job. My tips are very basic but… Continue

Added by Octavio Leon on May 26, 2009 at 3:03pm — 1 Comment

Take Advantage of the Summer

Summer has come and more people are out and about. People are always trying to find new ways to network. For those who are looking to socialize and have the opportunity to hang out on these summer nights, we have a few ideas. http://competent-advantage.blogspot.com/2006/06/take-advantage-of-summer.html Continue

Added by Colette Ellis on May 26, 2009 at 8:30am — No Comments

“No Foam” Resumes?

For those who are working on updating your resume, we have some advice to help you avoid typographical errors. Many people who have spent a lot of time working on their resumes might tend to overlook minor spelling or grammatical details. Take a look at some mistakes others have made. Have you spellchecked your resume lately? http://competent-advantage.blogspot.com/2005/06/no-foam-resumes.html Continue

Added by Colette Ellis on May 20, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

Tune In for Career Tips from HR InSiders - NEW Podcast on Functional Resumes

Coach Colette and the team at InStep Consulting continue their NEW podcast series called InSide the HR Studio. This series features conversations with senior corporate HR leaders who will provide an insiders perspective on career transition and success. The next guest … Continue

Added by Colette Ellis on May 19, 2009 at 12:24pm — No Comments

New Blog Article: 9 Early Warning Signs that Stress May Be Impacting Your Life

Tomorrow is the last day of National Women's Health Week, a health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office on Women's Health (OWH), designed to empower women to make our health a top priority. You likely know most of the simple (yet important) steps for a longer, healthier, and happier life. I'd like to focus on one step in particular - managing stress.… Continue

Added by Colette Ellis on May 15, 2009 at 11:22am — No Comments

Personal branding. Deal or No deal?

I was exchanging emails with a colleague a week or two back and I made a joke about personal branding that included a reference to gagging myself with a spoon—an oldie but a goodie. Me being a quintessential Generation X gal with a healthy dose of skepticism, I had to make a joke first, then later, mull it over. I share my thoughts. Sure, it makes common sense that any of us has the potential to leave an impression online. For the average person, this amounts to what your MySpace and FaceBook p… Continue

Added by Lauren Bielski on May 13, 2009 at 10:30am — 4 Comments

Job search blogs and you: better together

On a site called Spin Strategy I found a post citing reasons to read a job search blog. The writer admitted that there was a self-serving aspect to his message (because he wants readers), but pointed out that such blogs can offer you good ideas that can reinvigorate a stagnant job search. I'd add that you can get generally inspired to take action, feel a sense of community, or get new insight into your own road block. Anyway, check out the… Continue

Added by Lauren Bielski on May 9, 2009 at 11:06am — No Comments

It's all about communication. (But make sure you know how.)

In the midst of job hunting activities and random surfing, I found an good article written by Gordon Adler on communication posted on an interesting marketing site, Return On Behavior Magazine. The piece spoke about communication myths, chief among them that words have fixed universal meaning. While nobody is denying the existence of the dictionary (or other definitional tools), the article takes into account the existence of connotat… Continue

Added by Lauren Bielski on May 7, 2009 at 12:43pm — No Comments

How to break through the clutter and distinguish yourself in a crowded job marketplace

The ubiquity of internet job boards, and the ease of applying online for an open position, has completely changed the process by which we look for new employment opportunities. Seriously, does anyone have fond memories of looking through the newspaper and dropping off stacks of envelopes containing resumes/cover letters printed on 32lb. white linen paper? Yet, companies are struggling to triage the large number of applicants (many of whom are unqualified) expressing interest in a relatively lim… Continue

Added by bFree on May 7, 2009 at 11:24am — 1 Comment

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