Handling the 'weakness' question from a position of strength
A few weeks ago, I wrote about some ways to address a question about salary requirements during an interview. That...
Tide still rising for Seattle tech jobs
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Cool seasonal jobs still heating up this fall
On blustery, early-autumn days such as this, it's easy for outdoor-loving job seekers to shift their gaze from their LinkedIn...
Career lessons from Steve Jobs
By now, you've probably read Steve Jobs' words on a friend's blog or Facebook page: Your time is limited,...
How to build a career in hotels and hospitality
John Murphy has one of those careers that makes others seethe with envy at cocktail parties. During his three decades in...
How to keep the conference high alive after you get home
I spent this past weekend at the most inspiring writing workshop I've attended in I don't know how long....
Recruiter's Inbox
A Q&A with Seattle-based employment expert Kristen Fife
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Where are all the civil-engineering jobs?
Q: I have been on the lookout for a job in Seattle for some time now with very little luck....
Student seeks career in international finance
Q: I am a sophomore business student at Miami University, originally from Bellevue. I am a double major in finance...
Move offers new opportunity, but would it be wise?
Q: I have an extensive background in telecommunications and am employed in the cable industry, but my first career choice...
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