Erin Kennedy, CPRW, CERW's Page

Even if you have a conviction, or have served time, you still need money to survive. Typically,
this means you need a job of some type. But, if you have tried to find a job with a conviction on your record, you will have noticed that it's v

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(from “What Happens in Vegas”–Chong is trying to schmooze her boss–and he’s not buying it)

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We have all had to put up with our fair share of suck ups at work. They constantly tell the boss how great she looks, and never show up to the boss’s office emp

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I was talking to my sister recently about her son who is a freshman in college. Suddenly he is not so sure he wants to keep his major, engineering. Kids have it tough because it is a hard decision to make at 17, "What do you want to do for THE REST OF YOUR LIFE?" I didn't even realize what I wanted to do until I was about 26, so I feel for the younger kids who are pressured early on to 'pick a majo

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Employee references can be the linchpin of a successful job search. If you nailed the resume, cover letter, phone interview and in-person interview, then it comes down to your references.

There's no worse feeling than worrying that your references are sub-par, average or even detrimental. When a… Continue

An interview is your opportunity to sell yourself. Regardless of how much you may look the part, you need to answer the questions correctly to get the job. Interviewers ask key questions and look for certain types of answers. Honesty is always the best policy, but remember that it is okay… Continue