As part of our Indianapolis speaking and consulting business, I’m often invited to speak to jobseeker groups. I’m amazed at the incredible resumes of many of these individuals, and how sharp they are once we start talking about their area of expertise. But for being such bright people, so many jobseekers appear tremendously foolish during […]
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I often speak with Indianapolis job seekers personally or in presentations groups. And when I do, I sometimes conduct the following exercise: “Take out your cellphone and go to the contacts application,” I explain. “Now, scroll through and pick out a name at random.” I wait a few moments. “Now, tell me something. Does that […]
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There are many Indianapolis jobseekers out there. Tens of thousands if you believe the US Department of Labor. Most every week, I’ll run across somebody who asks me if they can send me their résumé. The economy may be in recovery, but plenty of Hoosiers are looking for work.
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