by NRWA President | Mar 2, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, Personal Branding
QUESTION: I feel overqualified for many postings but don’t get interviews for more senior roles. What should I do? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana Candidates may under-represent their qualification via weak verb choice. Senior-level roles respond best to...
by NRWA President | Feb 20, 2026 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Profiles
QUESTION: What emerging job search trends should I be aware of in the new year, and how can I position myself to capitalize on these shifts? v Donna Tucker, CareerPRO Resume Center Focus on AI-powered hiring and skills-first resumes. Tweak your LinkedIn with...
by NRWA President | Feb 16, 2026 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How can I strategically pivot to an entirely new industry when I lack direct experience? v||divi||400 Laura Fontenot, Masterwork Resumes Career changes can feel overwhelming, so I recommend taking it a step at a time. Start by researching the industry and...
by NRWA President | Feb 12, 2026 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Interview Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Storytelling
QUESTION: I need help with answering tough interview questions. What is the STAR method and how do I use it? v||divi||400 Jean Austin, Talents Presented Have you ever been in an interview and peppered with variations of “Describe a situation when…?” or “Tell me...
by NRWA President | Jan 26, 2026 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online
QUESTION: It’s been months since I’ve starting looking for a job. I’m getting depressed. How do I stay motivated? v||divi||400 Camille Roberts, CC Career Solutions Keep going! Bet on YOU! Your worth isn’t your job title. Reconnect to your why. Set small daily wins:...
by NRWA President | Jan 23, 2026 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, In-person Networking, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Networking, Online Networking
QUESTION: What are the advantages and disadvantages of online vs. in-person networking for my job search? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana In-person and online networking referrals are key, yet represent only 1% of applications, resulting in a 50%...
