This post is a recap of the January 6, 2020, Hudson Job Search presentation. What does your C.V. say about you? This session’s presenter, Kris McGuigan, is a professional resume writer and owner of Professional Courage. She holds the prestigious Academy Certified Resume Writers designation (ACRW), placing her among a distinct group of industry professionals...Read More

This post is a recap of the December 16, 2019, Hudson Job Search presentation. Nestled away in a well-appointed and comfortable meeting room in Hudson’s Christ Church Episcopal church is a gem for job seekers – the Hudson Job Search. About two dozen professionals of all ages and a cross-section of industries, gathered on Monday,...Read More

So you have finally done it, you graduated from college — which is exciting for some but also terrifying for others. Finding your first professional job to set you on a successful career can be daunting. We’re here to help you make that first step. In today’s blog, we will be going over the best...Read More

Unemployment benefits, they aren’t something to look forward to but can give some peace of mind. If you lose your job, you are given a small cushion to fall back on while you begin your job search. Some states legally require your employer to provide you with severance or unemployment benefits. Also, you should remember...Read More

Job seekers all know that not every available position will be listed on one site. This can be frustrating and confusing at times. Instead of combing through multiple websites to find that perfect job — use Google!  It’s more than a search engine; it’s a job search engine! Google Jobs compiles job postings from thousands...Read More

Millennials, the generation of technology and entrepreneurs are now job seekers. Millennials are the generation born between 1981 and 1996; there are roughly 73 million millennials in America. According to Dynamic Signal, within the next two years, around 50% of the U.S. workforce will be made up of millennials. It will be 75% by the...Read More

Leslie Ungar is the president of Electric Impulse Communications, Inc., where she helps individuals and corporations supercharge their leadership. As a Coach, Speaker, and Speechwriter. Leslie shared some of her methods on how to improve your communication skills in your job search. She says that the most qualified person does not always get the job....Read More

As we all know, a job search can take longer than expected. Sometimes it could take as little as a few weeks or as long as a year. At some point, you may feel exhausted from the same routine and irritated with your results. You might even consider giving up on your dream position or...Read More

Throughout your job search, you may be target by scammers that will attempt to take advantage of your situation. In 2018, people reported losing $1.48 billion to scammers according to the Federal Trade Commission. These scams include identity theft, debt collection, and imposters. Financial scams can consist of personal information such as your social security...Read More

A job search can be a daunting task for some; it may seem like there is no end in sight. Countless cover letters, interviews, emails, and follow-ups can wear someone down to the bone. Which is understandable, how many times would you want to explain to a person why you desire a position? Or demonstrate...Read More

Michael Polovick retired  VP of Human Resources for The Smithers Group has more than 30 years of hiring and HR leadership experience. With both privately held organizations and publicity traded Fortune 500 companies, you could say he has seen it all. Here are Mike’s top 10 interviewing blunders. 1.Fail to do the Research When preparing...Read More

Jim Gorian, President of Management Recruiters of Hudson, shared some insight on working with recruiters. Jim founded Management Recruiters of Hudson over 17 years ago, and is “guided by the principle that we are helping build the client companies we serve while positively leveraging the careers of the candidate we work with.” Throughout the presentation,...Read More

Did you know the average interview lasts around 45 minutes? What if I told you that 43 minutes and 30 seconds of that interview was a complete waste of time? Many interviewers admit that either consciously or subconsciously they decide within in 90 seconds if they want to hire the candidate. Therefore, it’s essential to...Read More

Nothing can be more frustrating than being stuck in the process of searching for a job. The countless resumes, cover letters, and interviews can be exhausting and discouraging.  You can eventually find yourself in a depressed slump, thinking you’re not good enough or you’ll never find a job. It is essential to take care of...Read More

Marvin Montgomery has presented sales training and customer service workshops for over 20 years, and those who have attended refer to his uplifting, informative presentations as “Getting Marvinized.” Marvin presented methods of improving your attitude while you are in transition between jobs. Unemployment is not exciting, but searching for a better position should be. An...Read More