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| Subject | Date Asked |
| First Time - Actually GETTING an interview? | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: So i'm in a bit of a forest of angst and confusion here. I need / want to get a job, but after ... A: Work is complicated! I'll go through each of your questions. Here are a couple of points to set the ... | |
| Guerrilla resumes | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm not sure if you're familiar with "guerrilla-style" job hunting techniques, but I had a question ... A: It seems to me you've done a pretty good job of answering it yourself ! :) You've brought up points ... | |
| need to change career/misdemeanor | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I had a great government job. I had an argument with my wife. I threatened her. I got 3 yrs ... A: When someone has a record, from an employment standpoint, the most important thing to keep in mind ... | |
| A few questions on applying for a job. | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I have graduated from high school and have been through a year of college and have decided to look ... A: It is true that many retail stores do not post their open positions online. Sometimes they post a ... | |
| Best Buy Interview (Help!) | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I have an interesting scenario. I am applying to work at Best Buy. My first interview was with HR, ... A: The fact that you're being called back is a good sign. That we know for sure. Beyond that -- trying ... | |
| Resume distribution services | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: Are resume distribution services worth the money they charge? If so, which is the best one(s) to ... A: As someone who is familiar with the administrative work in their industry (sales support, ... | |
| Resume distribution services | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: Are resume distribution services worth the money they charge? If so, which is the best one(s) to ... A: My general rule of thumb is to never pay someone else to find you a job. I don't have a feeling for ... | |
| Application problem | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: My sister (Cindy) worked for a bank in NJ. One cold snowy day, her supervisor went outside to the ... A: That is a tough circumstance for your sister - especially as an older worker on the job market now. ... | |
| Correct job titles and work dates | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: When filling out applications I am not exactly sure what my job titles were or the dates I worked ... A: Just like it's a good idea to keep records of taxes and other important papers, it's a good idea to ... | |
| Job search | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I am 56 years old and have been out of work for almost 3 years due to the failed mortgage industry. ... A: It was a good strategy to go back to school and increase your skill set - particularly your ... | |
| Stuck in Comm. College | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: Okay, a little background. I graduated high school in 2005. I went to a university that same year ... A: Here are my thoughts on your questions, then I had a couple of other thoughts as well: --How should ... | |
| Looking for Job | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I recently was laid off from a temporary job. I'm 17 years old and had a summer job last year. It ... A: This topic came up last year,and there were multiple opinions on what to do, so I took some time to ... | |
| first job needed | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I need to start earning some money. It would help my parents if I pay my own way or what I can. I ... A: You do have a tricky dilemma. Let's step back and look at it from the employer's perspective for a ... | |
| Resume Follow Up | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: Over a week ago, I sent my resume to a company that had advertised a job opening I'm interested in. ... A: Going to headquarters in person gives you the opportunity to check out the companh and "see how it ... | |
| Resume Follow Up | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: Over a week ago, I sent my resume to a company that had advertised a job opening I'm interested in. ... A: Print out the same materials and put it in the same envelope. Take it to the post office and ask ... | |
| What to do before signing contract? | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: It's been a while since I've gone through the process and hope to get some advice/checklist to go ... A: Amy, Thanks for writing. It is good thinking to carefully review employment contracts before ... | |
| Career Fair | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I will be relocating about 4.5 hours away in August (job opportunity for him). I ... A: Generally, it is never too early to start networking, though sometimes multiple trips just are ... | |
| Career Path | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help me. I have been with the same company for 6 years now, I started when I was ... A: Sometimes it is a good thing to let out your frustrations (to someone not involved!) and it becomes ... | |
| advice please? | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I was just wondering how I could get involved with volunteering my time at www.allexperts.com. I’m ... A: It's a great idea to start thinking about what career and job you want as a future goal so you plan ... | |
| Next Move after first interview | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I have been in the non-profit sector for about eight years and have been in my current, well-known ... A: It can be tricky when you've applied for a position with colleagues you continue to work with in the ... | |
| Desperate - Need Advise | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I am unemployed and have just received a job offer. I know the person who I will be reporting to ... A: Congratulations on the job offer. I can see your dilemma. You haven't mentioned the nature of the ... | |
| Resume writing | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: What is the best way to cover a giant gap of unemployment due to an injury? A: This is a good question, but it is one of those questions where the details make a difference. I'll ... | |
| career training | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: Perhaps something in a office setting, like a paralegal, working with computers, etc... What ... A: I hear your frustration. In order to be valuable to employers in the types of work you mentioned ... | |
| Company confidential ads | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: In my job hunt, I am noticing "company confidential" ads on monster.com and in newspaper ads as ... A: Feeling leery is a perfectly normal response to sending a resume to a blind ad. You've sent them all ... | |
| international internships | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I am not sure if you answer questions on internships but if not then can you direct me to someone ... A: I'm really glad you wrote. I do answer questions about internships - I used to career advise ... | |
| I have to get a job NOW but no one thinks i can do it... | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: I'm 14, I'll be 15 in June. I in no way act my age, i grew up when i was 11 because of some family ... A: It sounds like you have a lot going on. When my clients have a lot going on, my advice is first to ... | |
| job | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: ANSWER: Hi Anthony, Happy New Year! I love games like this :) -- I'll sure give it a try. Hit me - ... A: Good info. I think you may be referring to specialty farming. So I went to Google and searched for ... | |
| HELP | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: I have bad luck lately with finding a job. I have a theft on my background and I cant get a job if ... A: It is a hard thing to recover from having a record. First, when you think about where to apply for ... | |
| Education levels on job descriptions | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I see job descriptions asking for a high school diploma. I have a BA. Is it worth my time to apply ... A: It used to be "it depends" was the classic beginning to every job question; now it's "in this ... | |
| Challenges faced by cancer survivors | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: Four years ago, I was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer. Since that time, I have made an amazing ... A: Joanne, Thanks for writing. I am so glad to hear of your recovery and your prognosis. In answer to ... | |
| Can I still find a job? | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I have only one more course to finish before I complete my degree. I am also job hunting..can I ... A: This is a really good question. Yes, you can apply to jobs requiring a degree even if you lack one ... | |
| Following-up? | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I just applied at both Cinemarks Theatres that are in a nearby town. I was very kind and looked ... A: I'd probably wait 3 days and then stop by or email (not both) to check on the status of your ... | |
| Following-up? | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I just applied at both Cinemarks Theatres that are in a nearby town. I was very kind and looked ... A: Good for you for taking initiative and having persistence in going after a job that you want! ... | |
| Online work from home | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: Are there legitimate "online" jobs that I can do from home and make some extra money? How do I find ... A: I searched for "google jobs at home" and "ebay jobs at home" and found a number of articles talking ... | |
| EEO Surveys | 11/18/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Job hunt help for learning disabled | 11/14/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Generic resume to HR depts. | 11/6/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| job hunting | 11/3/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Very good in Excel, VBA, VB6 but heaing impaired | 11/1/2009 |
| 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: ... | |
| job hunting | 11/1/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Pursuing a career change | 10/27/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| answer on job application when terminated from previous job | 10/27/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| internships | 10/25/2009 |
| 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. ... | |
| Looking for part time work to pay for Child Care | 10/24/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| school counslor | 10/19/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Caregiver trying to get back into job market | 10/16/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Entry level College Grad | 10/16/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Getting a job in another state | 10/16/2009 |
| 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! ... | |
Job Hunting Tips
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Emily Bardeen
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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.
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