Expertise I have experience working with job hunters of all ages who are looking for their first job, career changers, people who have been laid off, and people who are job hunting for career advancement. I can answer questions on job search strategy, research, finding a "good fit", career assessments including the Myers-Briggs (MBTI) and Strong Interest Inventory (SII), resume writing, cover letters and other correspondence, networking (I like to call it getting advice), interviewing, negotiating an offer, and getting started in a new job.
Experience I have 15 years of experience as a Career Advisor, 8 of them serving as the Human Resources Director of Career Services to 7,000 employees, including one-on-one career appointments and workshops on career planning, job searches, resumes, interviewing, career change, career assessments,going back to school and supervisor support for career development. Previously, I provided career advising via available to a community of 150,000 via email, telephone and in-person appointments. I have also career advised welfare-to-work recipients, undergraduate and graduate students, and focused on women's career and job needs while at a Women's Center.
Organizations NCDA National Career Development Association
Publications www.emilyoncareers.com
Education/Credentials M.A., Georgetown University
B.A., cum laude William Smith College
Organizational Development Certificate, NTL Institute
Certified in:
MBTI Type Indicator
SII Strong Interest Indicator
CCL Benchmark 360
Past/Present Clients My clients range from electricians to engineers and from people getting their GEDs to PhD researchers. They literally go from A (Aesthetician) to Z (Zoologist) and one of my clients was a spy -- getting out of the industry, not in! Some are very sophisticated computer users, and some are just learning. Some of my clients have criminal records; some in have been in law enforcement. Some want to be teachers; some want to leave teaching. Some are executives; some are administrative assistants. I do not usually work with high school students, other than to helping them plan their next steps for school.
Q: When applying for jobs on corporate websites I frequently see this statement: In an effort to comply ... A: This statement is standard wording, and refers to information that organizations collect for ...
Q: I have a 23 year old male relative with a genetic disorder called Velocardiofacial or Shrintzens ... A: You are a very caring relative! I spoke to a genetic counselor about velocardiofacial syndrome at a ...
Q: Is it a good idea to post a generic resume on a company's website without going for a particular ... A: Let's start with your assumption on why you'd post a generic resume. The reason most companies ...
Q: I am laid off from the mortgage industry in southern California since June 2007. Since the lay off I ... A: I have several thoughts. Before you spend money (that you may not have) PLEASE go talk to some ...
Q: I am in Los Angeles since 2006 as a Green Card Holder - Now 66 yrs old. Before I retired, in India I ... A: It is good to be with your son, though I sense your frustration. Several suggestions come to mind: ...
Q: I am laid off from the mortgage industry in southern California since June 2007. Since the lay off I ... A: I am so glad you wrote. To start with, please know you are absolutely not the only person in this ...
Q: I'm writing to you because I've already been turned down by three experts in this field- which is a ... A: Hey David, I totally appreciate why you wanted to change to another field. Your situation, where ...
Q: I am currently applying online for a retail position. I am now at the question as to how I left my ... A: This is indeed a tricky situation. It looks like the only choice is number 2 -- to choose otherwise ...
Q: Hey Emily, do you answer questions about internships? I am needing some internship advice. Have you ... A: When I worked with undergraduate students on career planning, internships were always a big topic. ...
Q: I recently left my full time job to assist in the raising of my first child,finish college and to ... A: Congratulations to you and your wife on becoming parents! And congratulations also on your plan to ...
Q: Emiley I am seeking some information on becoming a guidance counslor (NEWJERSEY)Currently I am in my ... A: This is a tricky question for several reasons: 1) as you suggest, there are very specific rules ...
Q: My husband died 2 weeks ago, and I am without income. Because he had dementia for the past three ... A: Margaret, I'm on my blackberry as the Internet is down.First let me say I am so sorry for the loss ...
Q: I'm kind of desperate. I just graduated from college with a bachelor degree in communication in May ... A: Sorry to be so late in responding - our internet went down and my answer was was pretty wordy for my ...
Q: I have a question about getting a job in another state. First off let me say I do not currently have ... A: Planning ahead for your employment after graduation while you are still in college is good thinking! ...
