Are we at a turning point? Handling the coming downturn.

By Eli Amdur             Embarking upon the second half of this incredibly momentous year, one that follows an even more momentous one – in fact, the greatest our job market has ever seen – I’m going out on a limb to predict that we’re approaching a distinctly critical juncture.             As incredibly powerful as the…

“Eye on Jobs” – An Innovative New Career Tool

By Eli Amdur  “Out of mortal imagination comes a dream of something new, something better, something yet to happen in the future.” – Thomas Cahill, Historian and Author After 75 years navigating my way around this planet, 19 years writing this Career Coach column, publishing my 1,000th article – and reaching all three milestones at…

“Tucked Up and Ready” – A Reflection

By Eli Amdur             As only fate could arrange, I am reaching three momentous milestones – all at precisely the same time. Together, they offer a powerful lesson – if you’re open to look for it – most cogently expressed by Henry David Thoreau. It’s full of optimism, hope, and reason for self-referential thought. The…

Keeping The Job Market Healthy: It’s Complex.

By Eli Amdur             President Joseph Biden has refocused on inflation as the top domestic priority of his administration. It’s not that simple. Associate Professor of Management Matthew Bidwell of Wharton, in a recent commentary based on his own research – in which, incidentally, he gave a roaring approval of the job market’s performance –…

Keeping The Job Market Healthy: It’s Complex.

By Eli Amdur President Joseph Biden has refocused on inflation as the top domestic priority of his administration. It’s not that simple. Associate Professor of Management Matthew Bidwell of Wharton, in a recent commentary based on his own research – in which, incidentally, he gave a roaring approval of the job market’s performance – made…

That Dreaded Salary Question: Good Riddance!

            Question: “How do I deal with the salary history or salary expectations question in job applications and interviews?”             Answer: Apply for a job in New York City (at least for now).             As we all know – all too well and for all too long – the bane of job seekers’ existence has…

Playing Your Strong Hand in a Strong Market

            Much has been discussed about the strength of our job market. Statistics have been spewed, analyses offered, predictions launched – including here. Well, the stats and analyses, but I’ve learned not to make predictions. They seem bold when you make them but foolish once you have. On the other hand, expectations make for meaningful…

The Great Resignation: Not Quite.

            We love our catchphrases, don’t we? Indeed, along with our obsession with memes, slogans, jingles, mottos, monikers, and links, we’re a catchphrase culture. And one of the big ones of the last couple of years, hands down, is “The Great Resignation.” Problem is, turning things into snappy little quips tends to romanticize them, although…