Scene from a recruiting analytics presentation: The defense contracting client had several cleared vacancies but could not fill them. Data analysis showed that the firm’s salary was $30,000 lower than what people who met the requirements were making. The Program Manager rejected any higher compensation and said “cut the years required from 10-12 down […]
Too Soon Old – Are You A Job Seeker Over 40?
When I give career development seminars, there are often questions about age discrimination. Yes, discrimination is illegal. And yes, it does still occur.
There recently was a job posting on a professional group’s email list for an entry-level position which also included the word “young.” And the list erupted. More often the ads contain code […]
GallerySalary Planning for Transitioning Military
Civilian compensation is very different from military pay and benefits. Thus it is important that you learn what to expect in your chosen field. Many transitioning military assume civilian pay is always higher, but that day is long gone.
What do you want?
Your chosen field plays a big role in your pay. Those fields where […]
Basics of Compensation
Civilian compensation is very different from military pay and benefits. Thus it is important that you learn what to expect in your chosen field. Many transitioning military assume civilian pay is always higher but that day is long gone.
What do you want?
Your chosen field plays a big role in your pay. Those fields where […]
Selling Yourself
You read about “Brand You,” “You as a Product” and the use of social media to “Build Your Brand” … but do you really think that way?
One of the harder aspects of a great job search is learning to think about yourself in terms of what an employer wants. That is what it really […]
