With a well-developed elevator pitch, you can quickly let the interviewer learn information about you that will be 1) important to developing a positive first impression, 2) that will intrigue the person to want to learn more, and 3) help the person understand the value that you can provide. At a networking event or any get-together where you will meet new people, you can quickly convey what makes you unique and how you provide value. 

 When you are thinking about a potential job opportunity, learn about the total compensation and benefits package. You may find that you would gladly offset a lower starting salary for access to many of these benefits. 

Writing a resume does not have to be hard. Sometimes, job seekers over complicate it. I hear people worry about white space, font type or size or even length. At the end of the day, what is most important is your message --- what the hiring needs to know about you. If you do not get that right, then all the fancy graphs and charts you put on a resume will mean nothing.

It is confusing for job seekers to know what challenges they may face with drug testing if they are either a recreational pot user or use cannabis for medicinal reasons. Throw in the proliferation of CBD (cannabidiol) products now on the market, and there is much uncertainty around the whole topic of marijuana drug testing.

I answer three questions: 1) How do you effectively answer the interview question: “Tell me about the worst boss you ever had?”, 2)What is an alternative way of saying 'references available upon request' in a resume? and 3) In a job interview, what are subtle ways you can make yourself a stronger candidate?

…I really do realize that I can’t let striving for my best take over my life. Being the best “me” also includes being the best in health, emotions and strong relationships – something I neglected for a long time.