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The Power of Saying “Yes” in Your Job Search
…college and would soon be in the same position I was when I arrived in Portland: in search of meaningful, inspiring work. The surprising power of saying “Yes” One student…
How I Found a Job in Portland
Portland isn’t the easiest place to find a job. Even when the economy is good, the demand for good jobs regularly outpaces the supply. For those of you adamant on…
New to Portland? Here are 4 Tips to Find a Job
…through Hands On Greater Portland, go to TEDx Portland or another lecture series, or take part in a Portland Meetup group. 3. Talk like a local Every place has its…
Expert Advice for Your Mid-Career Resume
…market, there’s opportunity. Some sectors are stronger than others, of course, but the media does an incredibly good job of convincing job seekers that Portland is a soft market with…
How to Find The Right People for Informational Interviews
I have written before about the importance of informational interview skills in a local job search in Portland or any other city. There’s no better way to learn what employers…
Why You Should Send a Thank You Note After an Interview
…in Portland: We interviewed several [candidates] from Mac’s list, but the process fell through on follow-up. Not one of those we interviewed sent a thank you note after the interview…