The Basil Blog
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Phone Interviews – The Overlooked First Step
The phone interview is often a precursor to the traditional face-to-face interview. It is an important part of the weeding out process. With compan... -
New Year Goals: Create New Habits Instead of New Year Resolutions
For most people, New Year resolutions never stick. Usually it is trying to achieve a goal without a process. Forming habits take 21-28 days to form but are developed by incorporating emotional triggers and taking new actions repeatedly until they are the new normal for your brain. Charles Dunhigg, John Assaraf, and Jack Canfield have all utilized the power of forming intentional habits to change their lives and the lives of others. Read the Basil Coaching blog for more. -
When Your Next Job Opportunity Shows Up, Will You Be Ready?
While we cannot predict when new opportunities will find us, we can plan for them by knowing what we want. That way we can let things pass us that do not support our goals and are not the right fit. Knowing what we want, helps us to stay in control our our career and let's us prepare for and create ideal opportunities. -
Keep the Search Alive!
Job seekers often assume companies do not hire during the holidays, but that's not always the case. Read to learn why you should keep moving forward, even during the holidays and Covid. -
Do You Have Defined Career Goals?
Having clear and focused career goals keep you motivated, build confidence, and showcases the value you can offer to companies looking for someone with your qualifications. Read further to understand why specific career goals are so effective. -
How to Engage Your Network During a Job Search
Great tips for using your network and establishing new relationships to get information on hidden jobs, those jobs not publicly listed on job boards or company websites. -
Managing Multiple Job Offers
Often Executive Job Seekers find themselves with multiple job offers. This post highlights ways to choose one offer while not burning bridges with the other companies. -
Commonalities of a Successful 2020 Job Search
My coaching clients are successfully finding work in 2020, review the 10 tips for a successful job search during the COVID pandemic.