Careers Article Archive
July 19, 2009
Richman: Pay attention! Your job security could depend on it
Worrying about how you can keep your job? Ask not what your business can do for you, ask what you can do for your business. And... Continue
July 12, 2009
Locally linked(In): Triad residents use popular Web site to find jobs and meet in person
The most severe economic downturn in recent memory has helped boost a powerful tool for people looking to hire a new employee, f... Continue
How to make LinkedIn work best for you? ‘Treat it like a business’
Want to join the more than 40 million professionals around the world already networking on LinkedIn? It’s free and easy, a... Continue
Richman: Don’t underestimate importance of the voice-mail message
You know the story: A caller you don’t know leaves a long, rambling message that crawls along like an arthritic turtle and... Continue
July 5, 2009
JOB Talk: Reference librarian
Name/age: Stephen Culkin, 50 Occupation: Reference librarian Employer: Greensboro Public Library Contact: 373-4119 or stephen.cu... Continue
Richman: Let’s get real about references
Not just any name will do when it comes to references. The trick to finding the best ones is identifying those who will best rep... Continue
June 28, 2009
Careers 101: Training for a new career
After an exhaustive career exploration that involves researching jobs and conducting informational interviews with people in tar... Continue
Richman: Frustrated parents can be a resource
Dear Moms and Dads, Your children, the latest college graduates, are worried about you and their job search. They know that you... Continue
June 23, 2009
Recommended Browsers
Although we have tested the site thoroughly in several major browsers, including Firefox® 2 and 3, Internet Explorer®...... Continue
June 21, 2009
Keeping the faith
Job seekers have long been able to find help with basic skills such as networking or writing a résumé, but it hasn... Continue
JOB Talk: Graphic artist
Name/age: Dawn Mitchell, 36 Occupation: Graphic artist/creative director Employer: Self-employed, G4G Interactive Inc. Contact...... Continue
June 14, 2009
Richman: Use carpenter’s rule to maintain dignity after layoff
The scenario: People are getting laid off here every few months. Despite management’s assurance that the last time was the... Continue
June 7, 2009
In an interview, there are always a few tough questions. Got answers?
I don’t want to be asked why there are so many gaps in my résumé. I don’t want to be asked why I went... Continue
JOB Talk: Certified legal nurse consultant
Name/age: Georgina Bell, 38 Occupation: Certified legal nurse consultant Employer: Self-employed, Bell & Associates Legal Nu... Continue
May 31, 2009
Joyce Richman: Mind your manners no matter where your office may be
Etiquette is more than just saying “please” and “thank you.” It speaks to your ability to conduct yourse... Continue
May 24, 2009
Survival Stories: Alex Ley, IT professional
If you’re looking for an example of someone spending his job-search time wisely, you need only check Alex Ley’s iPho... Continue
Joyce Richman: Numbers and references can be tricky
If you want your résumé to have impact, include quantifiable information that makes your case. For example: &ldquo... Continue
Interviewing: A guide for new college graduates
So you’re graduating from college and you are looking to land that dream job with all the benefits: paid vacation, sick da... Continue
May 17, 2009
Job seekers find comfort, support, opportunity through church group
As a project manager for Perry Builders in Raleigh, Walt Lehman saw construction jobs through from beginning to end. He helped t... Continue
Richman: How to uncover the hidden job market
Let’s cut to the chase: The best way to find a job that’s a good match for you is to network. About 75 percent of av... Continue
May 10, 2009
Nursing: A rewarding career
When N.C. Nurses Association president Eileen Kohlenberg spoke Tuesday at the 2009 Celebrating Nurses awards luncheon, she marve... Continue
JOB Talk: Personal trainer
Name/age: Michael C. Barnes, 41Occupation: Personal trainerEmployer: Self-employed, president of DownTown Fitness on ElmYears in... Continue
May 8, 2009
Richman: What are you doing wrong?
“I don’t understand what I’m doing wrong,” the caller said. “I’ve sent my résum&eacut... Continue
May 3, 2009
Richman: For just one day, let it all go
She’s too smart, so she makes you feel stupid. He’s too quiet, so you don’t know what he’s thinking. She... Continue
Careers 101: Making a career change
Has the economic downturn forced you to consider transitioning to a new career? While this may be a challenging and frightening... Continue
