We’ve been talking a lot lately about the parlous state of the academic workplace. Just for a change, I thought it would be nice to do a hopeful post about the employment situation. The usual advice boils down to one statement: “publish early, publish often”. However, after reading Jen’s post last week I think we […] … learn more→

In the workforce, having a successful career can often be about personal branding and forging connections with others in the industry. But these things can be tough for introverts, who are naturally prone to desire time alone, prefer personal reflection and thought, and are often very shy. This can be intimidating when entering a professional […] … learn more→

Whether you’re selling a multimillion dollar advertising idea or applying for a job, the strategy is the same — make sure you give your audience what they want. In the pilot episode of AMC’s “The Pitch” this week, two advertising agencies — The Ad Store from New York City, and SK+G from Las Vegas — […] … learn more→

An extended job search doesn’t just take its toll on your confidence and your psyche. It can also have a harmful effect on the environment. As if advancing your career — or rebuilding it after being unemployed or underemploymed — wasn’t stressful enough in today’s sluggish economy, taking responsibility for the planet can seem like […] … learn more→

Skip the “Dear Sir or Madam” and zero in on exactly how you’re going to solve whatever problems the hiring University has. Do hiring professionals even read cover letters for senior candidates anymore? Some say yes; some say no, they don’t bother unless the resume in question has grabbed their attention. The simple answer is […] … learn more→

UK  job seekers, much like their counterparts over in the US, are facing an uphill battle when it comes to landing a job. In mid-October this year, UK unemployment reached its highest point in 17 years at a rate of 8.1%, which equates to 5.6 job seekers for every vacancy. In the academic jobs market, […] … learn more→

The average job hunter in the United States has a daunting task ahead. The unemployment rate has eased slightly over the past few months, but still stood at 9.1% as of July this year. And while the US is home to seven of the top 10 universities in the world, that fact is cold comfort […] … learn more→

University jobs certainly have a few advantages over your typical office job. Instead of a daily grind working towards increasing a company’s bottom line, academic staff are tasked with exploring ideas, researching a particular subject area until they become the go-to expert, then passing this knowledge on to their students. Lecturers at Australian universities can […] … learn more→