I wrote a post/article this week over at Careerealism.com on the difference between those who connect well in the workplace, and those who do not.  Just click here to read the article and determine which one you are.

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Dear J.T. & Dale: I have recurring ovarian cancer. To look at me, you would not know I am sick. I’ve also been very fortunate not to have any noticeable effects from the chemo. I’ve only missed three workdays since March ‘07 due to the illness. I will shortly be unemployed and will be seeking a new position. How/when do I tell a prospective employer about my cancer? — Meredith Read the rest of this entry »

LETTER OF THE MONTH

J.T.: We love to hear from readers who share what they’ve learned while in the job market. Today we hear from Beth, who turned around unwelcome news about an interview situation. Read the rest of this entry »

Dear J.T. & Dale: I accepted a job with a CPA firm and the environment was unbearable; plus, they changed the waiting period on my medical benefits from 30 to 60 days, after I started. I resigned after three months, relocated, and now I’m looking for employment. What is the best way to job search? I have registered with a temp agency, but want to remain available to search for full time. — Marian Read the rest of this entry »

Dale: Time for our monthly recommendations of career resources. Recently, I have been taken with a book called “The Back of the Napkin,” by Dan Roam. It’s about communicating ideas visually, particularly with drawings, as if jotting ideas on the back of a napkin. Read the rest of this entry »

Dear J.T. & Dale: Two years ago, my family and I relocated to the Southeast. We are eager to return to the Northeast. Will it hamper my job search if I use my current address on my resume? I have family in the area where I’ll be moving to, and could “borrow” their address for my resume. — Brad Read the rest of this entry »

Dear J.T. & Dale: I have more than 30 years of accounting experience but do not have a degree. I’ve taken continuing ed classes on a regular basis, but every time I am interviewed, they ask me about my education. How should I write it on my resume? — Colleen Read the rest of this entry »