How to conduct a job interview like a rock star! — I love concerts. During the summer in my home city in Canada, there are always some incredible shows. All concerts, of course, were canceled this year….which made me reminisce about last year — pre-COVID. The talent lineup was amazing for a full afternoon and evening concert event… Billy Idol, Blondie…

And a sneaky tie-in to finding transferrable skills in your next hire — I had a crazy day out seeing clients. For any of you who are in sales, when your workday is spent in your car, it can sometimes get a touch messy with books, proposals, water bottles, parking receipts, snacks, and such. I got in my car last Friday morning and…

GRIN. I know you’re curious. — I make a point to listen to the sports highlights on the news each morning. Most of my clients are men (and avid sports fans, so I make it a point to know the highlights). …

Yes, there’s a video clip — I had the honour of being a “celebrity” judge for an incredible fund-raising “dancing with the stars” inspired gala last year. I was soooooooooooooo excited! Finally, an event where no amount of sparkle is ever too much! GRIN. I pulled out my favourite black sequined dress. Rhinestone cuff bracelets on…

3 silly mistakes that give away your age — 50. The big 5.0. And, sh!t, you’re on the job market. Read this before you send out another resume. I’m a recruiter and author of a best-selling book, “Hired!”. I love dishing on all of my “insider secrets” to make job searching easier. I’ve been interviewed as a job search…

It’s about super-snazzy, steel-toed stilettos. Yes, super-snazzy. Dear Mr. CEO of Guess, This is an SOS request. Guess shoes help keep my business running. Literally! Why are your shoes so important to me and why am I panicking about a recent decision you made? I published my first book, “…

But, not too far — you don’t want to have it smack you in the head. You’ve made it. Your resume managed to filter to the top of the pile. The hiring manager liked what they saw, so they called you. You got a passing grade on the initial phone…

A funny story about the dreaded white envelope — My superstar recruiter made my heart stop a few days ago. He walked into my office with the dreaded white envelope in hand. We all know what the white envelope contains. A resignation letter. GASP!! Before he could say a word, my mind raced a million thoughts. OMG. Not now…

My cat needs a Fitbit. — Who knew? Yes, there are cardiologists who specialize in cats. And, my giant Maine Coon cat, Phoebe needed one. We were at her regular vet, and she detected a heart murmur and an issue with her brain not recognizing that she’s drinking water. Poor thing was spending most of her…