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Financial counselor helps low-income move out of poverty

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:54:29 GMT

By Cindy Atoji Keene There's a truism that says, Its expensive to be poor, said Sandra Suarez, who helps low-income families move out of poverty. As part of her role as a financial counselor at Compass Working Capital, a Boston-based...

Bullying by a supervisor

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:08:10 GMT

Q: I joined a company in Boston in late 2013. The culture is problematic. Our supervisor regularly demeans and ridicules employee mistakes. Instead of dealing with it privately, he reprimands employees in a public manner. He picks on a few...

Chat Wednesday at noon: Judy Shen-Filerman from Dreambridge Partners

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:05:49 GMT

Judy Shen-Filerman is founder and principal of Dreambridge Partners in Arlington, a cross-cultural leadership development firm. Job Doc Q&A with Judy Shen-Filerman...

Chat live on 6/17 with Job Doc Elaine Varelas

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:42:07 GMT

Elaine Varelas, managing partner of Keystone Partners in Boston, has over 20 years experience in career consulting, executive development and coaching. She contributes weekly to Boston.com Jobs and the Boston Sunday Globe Money & Careers section. Chat live with Job...

When an Online Friend Isnt Who You Expect In-Person

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

Q. Recently I met up with a friend for lunch for the first time from an iPhone social application. We went to a chain sandwich restaurant/deli. It is the type of place where you order from a front counter and...

How Long Will My Job Search Take?

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Elaine Varelas offers insight as to how long a job search will take

Riding the wave of stand up paddle boarding enthusiasm

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:44:51 GMT

By Cindy Atoji Keene The feeling of walking on water is a description thats often given by stand up paddle board (SUP) enthusiasts. From a distance, stand-up paddle boarding looks exactly like walking on water, said Cape Cod native...

Re-entry to workforce after a six-year leave

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:13:07 GMT

Q: I am re-entering the workforce after a six-year leave and finding it difficult to find a job. My resume is showing my last employer which is in the automotive industry. What should I do with my resume to make...

Chat Monday at noon with Pattie Hunt Sinacole

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 15:05:17 GMT

Pattie Hunt Sinacole is a human resources expert and works for First Beacon Group in Hopkinton, an HR consulting firm. She contributes weekly to Boston.com Jobs and the Boston Sunday Globe Money & Careers section. Job Doc live at noon:...

When Leaders Swear

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 16:00:00 GMT

If you're a leader, says Paul Hellman, people notice everything you dofrom what goes into your mouth to what comes out.

Thank-you Notes: Obligation or Opportunity?

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

Q. Hello Peter, I really need some help with these issues. Question: What is the appropriate protocol for giving token gifts of appreciation in business? Please advise on the protocol for additionally sending thank-you notes after a gift was given....

What You Need to Know About LinkedIn Profile Pictures

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Elaine Varelas offers valuable information on what your LinkedIn profile picture should look like.

Golf ranger keeps play on course

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:15:24 GMT

By Cindy Atoji Keene As a golf ranger at The Captains Golf Course in Brewster, its Jim Davidsons job to prevent bottlenecks and keep the pace of play at a reasonable speed. It typically takes about four to four...

Chat at noon with Job Doc Elaine Varelas

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:54:28 GMT

Comparing two job offers

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 12:42:50 GMT

Q: I have been job hunting for about six months. It was slow around the holidays. I became discouraged because I would send resumes to companies and would hear nothing back. Then, I started becoming smarter about using my network....

How To Excel At Business Golf

Thu, 30 May 2013 12:00:00 GMT

Could I interest you in joining me for a round of golf at my club on Saturday? your new client asked at the end of your weekly meeting. Of course you accept. You love golf. But be careful. Business golf...

Applying For Jobs Internally

Wed, 29 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Elaine Varelas discusses how to go about applying for an internal position

Energy auditor checks into home efficency

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:40:26 GMT

By Cindy Atoji Keene A home energy checkup also called a home energy audit can be the first step for lowering home utility bills. Professional technician William Hadley helps homeowners improve a homes energy use by inspecting...

Job Doc live at noon: Pattie Hunt Sinacole

Mon, 27 May 2013 16:42:05 GMT

Thank-you notes - old fashioned or required?

Mon, 27 May 2013 12:42:43 GMT

Q: My son is graduating from college this month. He is searching for a job. We have been very fortunate since many of our friends and family members have been able to take time to meet with him, either by...

Trying to explain your job? Don't.

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

No one can picture your job, says Paul Hellman, because they haven't seen it on TV. Here's the solution.

Live chat: Resumes, interviews, and networking at noon

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:25:17 GMT

Tracy Cashman, a partner at recruiting firm WinterWyman in Waltham, provides placement services for all levels of IT positions, including high-level IT Managers/Directors and CIOs. Job Doc Q&A with Tracy Cashman...

Groomed For the Interview

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:00:00 GMT

Much has been said and written about what to do when interviewing for a job. From being on time to dressing one notch up to writing thank you notes, the advice is practical and important. But what of the time...

Performing Job Skills During the Interview

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Elaine Varelas discusses the concept of job skill performance in the job interview process.

Medical lab professional aids crucial diagnosis

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT

By Cindy Atoji Keene ' Cytotechnologist Kelly Flora admits that her last name is a bit serendipitous. As a medical laboratory professional who studies cells and cellular anomalies, one of the diagnosis she gives out is bacterial flora, the...