• TIPS: Five Career Transition Financial Tips

  By Candace Waller Finances are at the top of everyone’s minds these days. You can’t listen to the news or read the newspaper without hearing some mention of the economy. […]

  29 Oct 2012 Tips

• PSGCNJ Job-Search Tip #16

  Get really connected. Meet someone at a networking event and exchange business cards. Once you establish a connection with them on LinkedIn, send an e-mail and invite them to meet […]

  29 Oct 2012 Tips

• PSGCNJ Job-Search Tip #15

  Prepare your “elevator” pitch. Go to www.15secondpitch.com. Just answer the four questions in the box entitled “Create a Great Pitch in About Five Minutes” and hit “Preview.” www.psgcnj.org.

  26 Oct 2012 Tips

• PSGCNJ Job-Search Tip #14

  When in transition, use a spreadsheet to document your campaign and remain accountable. Complete six to 10 activities each day and bunch them into one of three categories: “Searching”, “Networking” […]

  25 Oct 2012 Tips

• PSGCNJ Job-Search Tip #13

  Invest in a formal, business portrait of yourself and then put it on your business card.  When networking, it helps people remember you. www.psgcnj.org.

  24 Oct 2012 Tips

• PSGCNJ Job-Search Tip #12

  Parents should link-in with other parents through email lists from Parent-Teacher Organizations, after-school activities, sports groups, and your kids’ class email lists. You will find representatives from many local companies. […]

  23 Oct 2012 Tips

• TIPS: Overcome the Challenges of Finding Work after a Lengthy Absence

  By Frances Chaves The challenges of finding work after a long period of unemployment can be overwhelming, no matter what the reason for your separation from work. The average length […]

  22 Oct 2012 Tips

• PSGCNJ Job-Search Tip #11

  The Rutgers Center for Management Development offers Mini-MBA™ programs designed for individuals in Business Essentials, Digital Marketing, Pharma Entrepreuneurship, and more. Some are offered in an intensive one-week format that […]

  22 Oct 2012 Tips

• PSGCNJ Job-Search Tip #10

  Get a training grant to pursue further education, sharpen existing skills or develop new skills. Directions on how to apply for training grants are available in “Transition to Success” at […]

  19 Oct 2012 Tips

• PSGCNJ Job-Search Tip #9

  Exercise, exercise, exercise. There is no need to join a gym. Go for a walk, run along the river or through your neighborhood. Breathe plenty of air; it’s free. www.psgcnj.org.

  18 Oct 2012 Tips