Tag Archives: Barbara Safani

Stand Out

“Don’t save your resume with a generic document title such as resume.doc. Label your documents ‘last name, first name, resume’ to make it easier for the recruiter to file and retrieve your resume.” Barbara Safani Career Solvers You’ll find Barbara Safani at TheLadders – where you can Search 1,521 New $100k+ Jobs This Week! https://go.asktaxmama.com/Ladders […]

Take Charge of Your Annual Performance Review

“According to a recent survey by Mercer HR consulting, salary increases in 2007/2008 will average 3.5% and will be approximately 5.7% for top performers. One of the best ways to ensure that your performance is rated on the high end of the scale is to take ownership of the performance appraisal process. By documenting your […]

Buddy up during your job search!

Having a friend who is also seeking employment can provide great benefits to both parties involved. It’s best to find a buddy who is at either a more junior or more senior level than you, so you won’t be competing for the same jobs. You and your buddy can express similar concerns, boost each other’s […]

Holiday cards

This Week’s Advice: “Holiday cards provide a natural touch point or opportunity to reconnect with friends, family, and colleagues. Reach out to your network now with some best wishes and holiday cheer and you will have a natural entree into a job-related conversation in the new year.” Barbara Safani Career Solvers Ask TaxMama :: Where […]