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The Art of Networking
Reality is that that networking doesn’t come naturally to many people. In fact, for some, the thought of starting a conversation with a...

John Karras
Jul 24, 20251 min read


Power of Persuasion
Principles of Persuasion: The power of persuasion can increase your marketability in the job market, impact your job performance, boost...

John Karras
Jul 1, 20251 min read


Bad Boss
Many surveys rate having a bad boss as the #1 reason people want to leave their current job. If you are encountering these behaviors from...

John Karras
Jun 17, 20251 min read


How to ask for raise
It’s a good idea for you to start and consistently update a “Documentation File” where you record all accomplishments, verbal praise...

John Karras
Jun 12, 20251 min read


When Should You Negotiate Salary
In my opinion, the best time to negotiate a job offer is after you receive an initial offer, not during the interview process. If you...

John Karras
May 7, 20251 min read


How to deal with difficult co-workers
Have you ever dealt with a difficult co-worker such as 1) The Sloth 2) The Bellyacher 3) The Spotlight Hog 4) The Hotshot 5) The Gossip?...

John Karras
Mar 31, 20251 min read


How to recover from workplace mistakes
Everyone makes workplace mistakes. Here’s some good advice on how to recover from them. https://www.realsimple.com/work-mistakes-8697089 ...

John Karras
Mar 3, 20251 min read


Comprehensive listing of the most marketable skills in the workforce today
Comprehensive listing of the most marketable skills in the workforce today including phrases and terms that can strengthen your resume....

John Karras
Jun 20, 20241 min read


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"Destructive Criticism" can ruin careers and/or personal relationships
Have you ever received “destructive criticism” at work or in your personal life? This type of criticism is designed to be hurtful and...

John Karras
Feb 27, 20241 min read


Communication Skills: Performing vs. Actually Connecting With People
If you want to make a good impression with people you might not know very well, such as participating in a networking event or industry...

John Karras
Feb 22, 20241 min read


Effective Followers
I’m sure you’ve seen many articles about Leadership and Followers on LinkedIn and other media. Sometimes, the term Follower has negative...

John Karras
Feb 19, 20241 min read


How to use a job description to your advantage during a job search
Complete comprehension of a job description can lower the number of applications you need to submit, increase your chances of securing...

John Karras
Feb 16, 20241 min read


Motivation Styles
Even more interesting is which motivation style applies to you? Looking 🔎 for a new job or to transition your #career? Get a free resume...

John Karras
Feb 7, 20241 min read


Stress Relief
Have you ever had a day when everything seems to be going wrong? Here are some simple steps you can take to relieve daily stress. ...

John Karras
Dec 16, 20231 min read


Not hearing back from a potential employer?
Not hearing back from a potential employer is a frustrating experience. However, there are some follow-up strategies, especially after an...

John Karras
Dec 12, 20231 min read


How to improve your negotiation skills whether your job searching or not
In-depth and valuable information on how to improve your negotiation skills whether your job searching or not. Life can be a continuous...

John Karras
Dec 5, 20231 min read


Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Good advice on how to avoid getting your resume screened out by an Applicant Tracking System (ATS). My advice is to use key words in some...

John Karras
Dec 1, 20231 min read


Are you familiar with the term Elevator Pitch?
Are you familiar with the term Elevator Pitch? Do you have one prepared for an upcoming job search? If not, it would be a very good...

John Karras
Nov 26, 20231 min read


Deep Dive into Problem-Solving Skills
Many employer surveys identify problem-solving as the number one skill they’re looking for when recruiting for an open position. This...

John Karras
Oct 23, 20231 min read
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