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How New Employees Can Avoid Making Fatal Mistakes

By Dr. Nadine Franz, MS, PHR, CPRW, CPCC, SHRM-CP | September 25, 2011

Congrats on landing your new job. Now the real work begins. Remember that you are the new employee so your…

Is a Cover Letter Necessary?

By Dr. Nadine Franz, MS, PHR, CPRW, CPCC, SHRM-CP | September 18, 2011

A cover letter should always accompany your resume, even if it is not requested in the job posting.

The Art of Negotiating a Salary

By Dr. Nadine Franz, MS, PHR, CPRW, CPCC, SHRM-CP | September 12, 2011

Salary negotiation is more an art than a science and is usually one of the most ignored and under-rated aspects…

How to Dress for an Interview

By Dr. Nadine Franz, MS, PHR, CPRW, CPCC, SHRM-CP | September 4, 2011

In today’s society, candidates wear denim, sweat suits, stilettos and sneakers. Other applicants show pierced body parts and spiked hair.…

Interview Tips for College Students

By Dr. Nadine Franz, MS, PHR, CPRW, CPCC, SHRM-CP | August 30, 2011

Finding a job or an internship can be challenging when you are in college, especially when you are balancing classes,…

Got Fired? What’s Next?

By Dr. Nadine Franz, MS, PHR, CPRW, CPCC, SHRM-CP | August 21, 2011

This article is a survival kit that can help you pick up the pieces and make a new start. Getting…