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  Puppies and Betty White or Cats and Terry Tate? Personal Branding from the Super Bowl Ads

  How do you build your personal brand? What have the Super Bowl ads shown us? Do a few stunts. Throw in some special effects. A few celebrities. People will know what you stand for, right? Building a personal brand is a challenge as your brand develops over time and through you… more

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  The 4-Step Job Seeker Sales Process

  Effective job seekers sell themselves and their product or services using the same sales process. Here is how to apply the sales process to preparation of your job search: Step 1, Learn about and understand the product / service you are selling That’s you! It can be s… more

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  Looking for a Job? You’re in Sales

  I often ask job search workshop groups “Have you ever been in sales?” A few hands will go up. “How many of you ARE in sales?” Again, a few hands go up. “How many of you are looking for a job?” As the light bulb goes on, all hands go up. Looking for a job is all… more

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  Alcohol and Your Security Clearance

  Your use of alcohol and, more specifically, the following circumstances, can impact your eligibility for a security clearance: a. Criminal conduct involving alcohol b. Counseling or treatment for alcohol use c. Excessive use/drinking to intoxication There are various sections… more

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  Eight Steps for the Care and Feeding of Recruiters

  Recruiters are the gatekeepers for most jobs. They can also be a tremendous advocate and resource for cleared job seekers. Knowing the best way to work with recruiters is crucial for any cleared professional looking for their next opportunity. But let’s be clear. A recruiter… more