by Margot Lester | Writing/How to Write
Kudos to you if your organization does the bare minimum and informs job candidates that they didn't make the cut. From what I hear, that puts you in the minority. But have you looked at your rejection letters lately, especially if they're of the automated variety?...
by Margot Lester | E'ship, Training & Workshops
It feels good to help other people be successful. So this week I took time away from the office for two events designed to advise and support entrepreneurs pitching their companies and graduate students looking for jobs. Executive Coaching: Investor and Business...
by Margot Lester | What-Not
to high school journalists It meant a lot to me as a high school journalist to meet and learn from pros already in the field. Luckily, one of my Dad's best friends and poker buddies was the editor of the local paper, Jim Shumaker (on whom the Shoe cartoon was based)....
by Margot Lester | Writing/How to Write
A friend's brother recently contacted me for help creating a letter of interest for a new job. This is something I help clients with a lot. It's hard to write about ourselves -- even professional writers struggle with that. It's even harder when we have a huge...
by Margot Lester | Networking, Writing/How to Write
LinkedIn's a great resource, but like many assets, it needs your time and attention to continue performing. Here are some quick ways to upgrade your LinkedIn profile. Click for larger view Optimize Profile Sections A. Headline: 120 characters. Tell us about you...