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   Jeff Holmquist 
 
Thinking about becoming a freelancer rather than an employee of a company?  While the flexibility and variety of projects and organizations may be appealing, you need to do your due diligence and prepare before making the switch. 
 
Start by looking inward and realistically determining if you have the characteristics required to be an […]

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   Bob Kornecki 
There’s been so much talk lately about finding a job, the question is:  What do you do to keep a job after you’ve worked so hard to land one?
My first boss at Burson-Marsteller told me that one of the surest ways to get ahead is to work harder than your peers.  “Come in […]

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   Tim Conway   
In a weak employment market, it’s a smart strategy to take risks.
Push yourself to try unconventional job search methods.  By being a go-getter, you will spot hidden opportunities.
Here are surprising tactics that are productive:

compose brief bio and case studies (format of Situation, Actions, Results); send as an alternative to a boring resume
create […]

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A former business colleague called me last week to express frustration about the volume of resumes he’s receiving.  He said only one in 20 has relevant experience for the current opening he’s trying to fill.  He asked: “Do people actually read job postings anymore or do they simply send resumes to every job posting they see?”
Unfortunately, the […]

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At Wednesday night’s Medill IMC networking reception in Chicago, I ran into Edward Bury, who wrote a guest post here earlier this year.  I soon learned Edward has a lot of networking savvy, so I asked him to share some thoughts on the importance of networking.  He agreed to write another post and called my attention to his blog which […]

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I reluctantly admit that I watch too much reality TV.  Sadly, one of these shows — “True Beauty”– featured a discussion in last week’s episode where the contestants couldn’t recall when they last read a book.  None of these people would get hired by Linda Heasley, president and CEO of The Limited.
In today’s New York Times, Heasley […]

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   Daniel J. Edelman 
PR icon Dan Edelman turns 90 this weekend, and his son, Richard, paid tribute at a birthday celebration Wednesday by listing the 10 reasons for his father’s success.  As a friend, former client and now competitor, I found these 10 principles to be quite moving and full of good advice for anyone pursuing a career […]

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   Dr. Sanjay K. Jha 
Motorola’s Co-CEO Sanjay Jha said he wakes up every morning and makes a list of the five things he needs to accomplish that day.  During the Q&A session after his speech to the Executives’ Club of Chicago last week, Dr. Jha cited the following key leadership elements he employs to achieve his goals. 

Clarity of […]

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  Tim Conway 
Due to ultra-competitive job market, aspiring PR professionals must showcase in-demand talents at special events, interviews, on-the-job and community service projects. 
The ideal chance for future executives to nurture competencies is on-campus and initial role.  The good news is that you can acquire these essential habits with time, effort and commitment.
Professional Demeanor:  friendly smile; […]

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  Chuck Ebeling 
As an undergrad journalism major, I had no idea about public relations until I ran a campaign for my roommate to run for student council president. He didn’t win, but I noted the influence we garnered, so I took the two courses then available in PR.
Graduating at the height of the Vietnam War, […]

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