This article was originally posted on Chicago Writers Association Blog on October 28, 2017. Authors, have any of the following things ever happened to you after publishing your book? Your book receives a positive review from a prestigious source. Your book wins a literary award. You, or your book, are featured or mentioned on a…
Author: Ms. Marcie
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Job Post Trivia
Here’s a little job post trivia for you. Since applicant tracking systems require keywords, which words would you use on your resume when applying for the positions below? Job post with vague wording Job post with four jobs in one position Honestly, I don’t know. But if I had to give an answer I would…
My Interview with Marki Lemons-Ryhal: Repurposed Content on Steroids
Last year, I interviewed Marki Lemons-Ryhal because I wanted to know how to be prepared and efficient as a speaker. Our interview is an example of repurposed content on steroids because that information has be used in four different ways. First, our interview was published on YouTube. I then pitched an article idea on being…
5 Things You Need to Run a Successful Blogging Business
A lot of people like the idea of running a blogging business. They can write about things they love all the time; share information to help people; and make a mark on the web. Of course, it’s not as easy as it sounds. In addition to creating content, there’s a lot of background work that…
Appropriate and Inappropriate Job Search Attire
I’ve been taking tests for state positions and it’s amazing to see what people wear. I mean, this is still part of the job search process. I’m not the fashion police by any means but here are a few things that made me go “Whaaat??? They wore what?” Inappropriate Job Search Attire Men and women:…
A Little R & R for Writers and Bloggers: Comedy & Yoga
Writer and bloggers need to get away from their desks and homes for a little rest and relaxation. So, here are two events that will allow Chicagoans to do both. Even if you’re not in Chi-town, find places near you for a little R & R. Beginning Yoga with Renita Dixon (my buddy) – October…
Get $50 Off of Let’s Just Write Writers Conference Registration
Do you want to hone your craft and meet people who enjoy writing as much as you do? Well, you can do that and more at Let’s Just Write! An Uncommon Writers Conference, Chicago Writers Association inaugural conference. From now through October 30th, you can get $50 off of conference registration which is $225 (regular…
More Frustrated Job Seekers’ Opinions on Applicant Tracking Systems
I received an article from Jobscan, 8 Things You Need to Know About Applicant Tracking Systems, and read the comments of other frustrated job seekers. Here are a few below, as well as recommendations from job coaches and consultants. More Opinions on Applicant Tracking Systems Topic: Quantity vs. Quality Topic: What do Employers Want? Topic:…
Even Applying for Temp Work Has Changed
Remember when you could walk into a temporary staffing agency, complete new hire paperwork and possibly start working that day? If not that day, then sometime during that week. Temp work was the job seeker’s salvation between permanent gigs. In addition to earning a paycheck, the employee learned new skills; gained a feel for the…
Watch My Interview with Charlene Rhinehart & Taara King [Video]
I had the pleasure of interviewing Charlene Rhinehart and Tara King for my YouTube channel, What Matters to Ms. Marcie. I wanted to interview these ladies for several reasons. First, they were beauty pageant contestants. In fact, Charlene was crowned Ms. Corporate America 2015 and Taara competed in Miss Illinois 2016. Who wouldn’t want to brag…