Imagining (and telling interviewers) where you'll be in 3 to 5 years
I have a file of notes from a few years ago where I was brainstorming responses to common interview questions in order to prepare myself...
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Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Jul 10, 20183 min
Besides LinkedIn how much social media and technical knowledge does a job search require?
There’s no denying it – we now live in a world in which job searchers are expected to expertly sprinkle keywords into their resumes and...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Jun 1, 20183 min
12 surprising traits of a resilient brand (part 2)
Last week I gave solopreneurs 6 traits of long-lasting, memorable brands. Read on to find out 6 more. 7. Brands should get attention When...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
May 25, 20183 min
12 surprising traits of a resilient brand (part I)
By Kristin Schuchman Smart solopreneurs know that branding isn't just about picking out a snazzy logo, a vibrant font and a clever...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
May 23, 20183 min
Feel like you're an entrepreneur? Take this quiz to find out.
As of January 2018, one-third of the American workforce is comprised of small business owners, contractors, or freelancers. Independents...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
May 18, 20184 min
Event Planner Bridget Bayer Keeps Portlanders Dancing in the Streets
The Love What You Do podcast is a series of interviews I'm conducting with people who love what they do. The following interview is with...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Apr 22, 20183 min
Why your elevator pitch shouldn't be a speech
Traditional business wisdom dictates that entrepreneurs and job seekers alike need to have an elevator pitch at the ready, prepared to...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Apr 20, 20182 min
Why coworking creates the best of both office worlds
Those of us who enjoy working from home still sometimes crave, from time to time, the opportunity to commune with co-workers. Even if...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Apr 14, 20183 min
Finding work that matters is hard. But worth the extra effort.
Though the unemployment rate nationwide is low, highly educated professionals still face stiff competition in destination cities like...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Apr 13, 20185 min
Why understanding what makes you tick helps you find the right career
You have likely have heard of the Myers Briggs personality test but don’t necessarily know its captivating history. When Katharine Cook...
Amanda Baczek
Mar 28, 20183 min
How to Quit Your Job Gracefully
Leaving a job is usually a bittersweet experience, even if you’re leaving because you just can’t take it anymore. There’s always...
Amanda Baczek
Mar 15, 20183 min
How I Knew It Was Time to Quit
Before I resigned from my last job, I spent months looking at articles online with titles like “15 Signs You Should Quit Your Job.” I’d...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Feb 27, 20181 min
Magazine Pictures and Glue Sticks Can Show the Future
This past Saturday I was once again blown away by the ingenious creativity of friends and clients who join me and my partner in creative...
Amanda Baczek
Feb 14, 20183 min
Real Jobs Are Overrated
Pursuing a creative career, though scary, can be life-saving “Yeah, that’s great. But when are you going to get a real job?” Ah, the...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Feb 6, 20182 min
Vision Board Brunch on February 24
Visualization is the most important potent way to bring your goals to fruition. Research suggests that our brain interprets imagery as...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Feb 6, 20183 min
5 Reasons to Name Your Business
While many solo business owners opt to operate under their given name, I believe it best for every business to create a brand name. Many...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Feb 4, 20182 min
Map Your Way to Career Bliss
Starting a business or changing careers is often fraught with anxiety. We are moving outside of our comfort zone, naturally putting us in...
Amanda Baczek
Jan 30, 20183 min
6 Tricks to Overcome Interview Anxiety
Job interviews can be nerve-racking for anyone. For those who struggle with general or social anxiety, interviews can be downright...
Kristin Schuchman, Career Strategist
Jan 29, 20183 min
Empower your interview with this simple trick
5 simple things that will improve your next job interview performance You know the basics of prepping for an interview -- role play with...
Amanda Baczek
Jan 26, 20183 min
How to Explain a Time Gap on Your Resume
"So, what were you doing from October 2014 to March 2015?" It's a dreaded question in a job interview, having to explain a major...
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