by Rick Christensen | Jun 13, 2019 | Rick Christensen, Your Career
There is a big difference between job search and career management. Job search is more an event that commences when you need a job and ends when a new job is secured. Career management, on the other hand, is a mindset that goes beyond job changes. Back when the... 
by Rick Christensen | Jun 11, 2019 | Career Development Partners, Outplacement, Rick Christensen, Uncategorized
Outplacement is one of the most misunderstood benefits that companies provide for their employees. As I visit with Human Resources Executives, I find that there are several misconceptions that are common. Most of the misconceptions that I see are from assuming what... 
by Rick Christensen | Jun 6, 2019 | Rick Christensen, Your Career
I recently came across an online pole asking what’s the biggest obstacle to you investing in your own development. I was jarred by the #1 response “I don’t have time.” 41% of the respondents gave this as their reason. I know we are busy, everyone is busy. But to say... 
by Rick Christensen | May 30, 2019 | Career Transition, Rick Christensen
I recently did a google search that started the with the phrase “how many” and google in its helpful way suggested “how many jobs should I apply for”. So, of course, I now had a burning need to know the answer – how many jobs should I apply for. Google told... 
by Rick Christensen | May 23, 2019 | Career Transition, Rick Christensen
Whether it is Tiger Woods, LaBron James, Payton Manning or any other sports figure they never make 100% of their shots. Tiger Woods shanks a ball into the woods (not often, but it happens), LaBron James throws an “air ball” (again, not often), Payton Manning...
