May 4, 2011

The Slight Edge

I recently completed reading The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson.  This is a not a book meant to unlock the mysteries of the universe nor answer your deepest burning questions, but its message is profound nonetheless.  The simple premise of the book is that while we live in an instant gratification society, things do not … Continue reading “The Slight Edge”

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February 15, 2011

January 2011 Conference Lessons Learned – Playing the Game

My son is almost nine years old and loves to play basketball.  When he started playing a few years ago, I spent a lot of time with him working on the basics, the mechanics.  It was about how far apart his feet should be and where his hands should be placed on the ball when … Continue reading “January 2011 Conference Lessons Learned – Playing the Game”

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January 27, 2011

JMO Recruiting in 2011

The Cameron-Brooks Team and the January 2o11 Conference JMO candidates will arrive into Austin, TX this Friday to kickoff the first Conference of 2011.  As we head into this Conference, I wanted to share a few observations on what I am hearing from client companies about their recruiting needs in 2011.  My goal is to provide those … Continue reading “JMO Recruiting in 2011”

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November 11, 2010

November 2010 Cameron-Brooks Conference Results

We completed the November 2010 Career Conference this past week.  45 candidates and 13 spouses attended the Conference, and all candidates have multiple companies pursuing them into the follow up process.  The candidates interviewed with an average of 12 companies and averaged 7 companies pursuing them for a 58% pursuit rate, a very successful Conference.  … Continue reading “November 2010 Cameron-Brooks Conference Results”

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June 3, 2010

Describing Your Ideal Job in an Interview

The reason it can be so challenging to describe an ideal job in an interview is because, for most people, there are different sides to you that want different things.  The personal side wants high pay and rewarding work,  the family side would like time off and good benefits, while the career side wants fast promotion and … Continue reading “Describing Your Ideal Job in an Interview”

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July 28, 2009

Receiving Offers and Accepting Employment

How to handle the critical process of receiving and accepting an offer.

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April 22, 2009

Answering “How do you…?” Questions During Your Military Transition

As I was working with the Cameron-Brooks candidates preparing for their military to corporate transition at our April Conference, I helped them develop their ability to explain the process behind their key competencies.  I found that a couple of key points helped direct them down the right path.  I’d like to share these with you because understanding the … Continue reading “Answering “How do you…?” Questions During Your Military Transition”

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March 16, 2009

Demonstrating Your Leadership During an Interview.

I am doing several mock interviews with candidates preparing for the Cameron-Brooks April 2009 Conference.  I am finding some are doing a very good job of connecting their military experience to key competencies and functional experience to the questions I am asking.  Some need significant improvement.  This post addresses the importance of delivering specific answers … Continue reading “Demonstrating Your Leadership During an Interview.”

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