You’ve exhausted the online job boards. Now what? If you’re a serious job seeker, you know that applying for jobs online may not get you the most desirable or speedy results. Finding unadvertised jobs or accessing the hidden job market is invaluable. These are employment opportunities in which a company doesn’t publically advertise and have openings known only to the hiring manager and company insiders. Debra Feldman, The J...

If you’re like most people, the last time you wrote in a diary or journal was probably many years ago – if ever. But, have you ever considered using journaling as a technique to help you overcome obstacles in your career? Hallie Crawford returns to LJNRadio to discuss how something as simple and straightforward as journaling can be an effective method for diminishing professional challenges and boosting your career.

The topic of employee engagement has been in the spotlight in recent months. Engaged employees are more motivated and productive in the workplace, ultimately leading to a more successful company. As a manager, there are many ways you can help your employees stay engaged. Ruth Ross – engagement evangelist, speaker, and author – joins LJNRadio to offer her insight on the topic.

If you’ve ever experienced feelings of self-doubt in your career – believing that you’ve only gotten to your current role because of luck or random chance – you could be suffering from “the Imposter Syndrome.” Hallie Crawford returns to LJNRadio to discuss the harm of such thoughts, and how you can overcome them to be more confident in your career and abilities.

Everyone who has conducted a job search is familiar with the motions of the process: find a job, network, send your resume and cover letter, and wait for the phone to ring. But have you ever considered cold calling the companies you’re interested in, to explain why you’d be a great fit for the position? Despite today’s world of “email only” instructions, Debra Feldman explains why cold calling – or, better yet, having a thi...

Retired or partially retired people who are starting a new job search are in a unique position. They may feel that their skills and qualifications are outdated or no longer relevant. But, by implementing a few helpful strategies, it’s possible to make the most of your job search and find a “winning” position at any age. In this LJNRadio podcast, Jane Jackson offers tips for overcoming age discrimination in the job search pr...

Mentorships are often a great way for employees to develop and grow in their careers. On the flipside, mentors can benefit from the relationship as much as their mentees. In this episode of “Moving Up The Ladder,” Stacy Harshman returns to LJNRadio to explain why being a mentor can advance your career, and shares insightful tips on how to be a good mentor.

In a world of fast-paced, high-pressure jobs, companies are often looking for employees that can “handle the heat.” And who is better suited to handle pressure than a mother? Salary.com estimated last year that a stay-at-home mother would earn an annual salary of nearly $119,000, if compensated for all of her mothering duties. In the workplace, mothers can be just as valuable. Jas Singh returns to LJNRadio to share his insi...

Telecommuting is a relatively new phenomenon in the work world, and more and more employees are taking advantage of the benefits that telecommuting has to offer. But as a business owner or manager, do you know how telecommuting can also benefit your company? Margaret Jacoby, SPHR, joins LJNRadio to discuss the advantages for employers who allow their employees to work remotely.

Leaders play a pivotal role in the workplace, contributing to the success of their employees and – ultimately – the company. When it comes to leadership, however, there are some definite characteristics that should be avoided at all costs. To learn more about these, LJNRadio’s Jenna Connour chats with Terri Klass, leadership skills training consultant and the founder of Terri Klass Consulting.