by Irene Marshall | Sep 27, 2022 | Job Offers, Job Search
Most job descriptions do not include the salary range, which is frustrating. If you are applying for a job, you want to ensure your salary requirements are in the right ballpark. Otherwise, it is a waste of everyone’s time. When I was a recruiter, I would...
by Irene Marshall | Sep 13, 2022 | Career Growth, Career Transitions, Job Offers
Have you ever been fortunate to river raft somewhere? I have been to the Grand Canyon three times! One time right before we were going to go through some specific rapids, the guide on my raft said it was safe enough that we could jump in the water and go feet...
by Irene Marshall | Aug 2, 2022 | Career Growth, Career Transitions, Job Offers
Did you know a signing bonus will “make you whole” if you leave before the stock options mature. One time I worked for a startup artificial intelligence company. I received a small amount of stock because I was not very high up on the totem poll at...
by Irene Marshall | Jul 19, 2022 | Interviews, Job Offers, Job Search
Have you ever felt unsafe during an in-person interview? Have you let yourself be in a dangerous situation because you really needed a new job right away? You might think this wouldn’t happen, but it can if you let your guard is down. I recently talked with a...
by Irene Marshall | Jul 12, 2022 | Career Growth, Job Offers, Job Search
When would you like to start your new job? Is it farther out than the normal two weeks after you have given notice to your current employer? What can you do to make this happen? Pre-arranged family plans: Sometimes, plans have already been paid for....
by Irene Marshall | Jun 16, 2022 | Job Offers, Job Search
Have you felt guilty for perpetuating the stereotypes about older workers? I had a client who hired a new employee, but he was totally conflicted about it. He was in his 50s, and his age was a sensitive subject. He was afraid that he would not be hired for a new job,...
