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 21, 2026 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Interview Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Storytelling
QUESTION: I feel overwhelmed by the pressure to constantly post and engage on LinkedIn? Is it really worth the effort? v Cherie Heid, Competitive Edge Resume Service You don’t need to post constantly. When you are job hunting, a strong LinkedIn profile is...
by NRWA President | Dec 24, 2025 | Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Profile Writing, LinkedIn Profiles, Resume Accomplishments, Resumes, Storytelling
QUESTION: I’ve changed careers three times and am ready to do it again. How do I write my resume so employers won’t see me as unfocused or lacking commitment? v||divi||400 Scott Gardner, Vitae Express Don’t just list every career pivot, instead try to connect...
by NRWA President | Dec 22, 2025 | Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Profile Writing, LinkedIn Profiles, Resume Accomplishments, Resumes, Storytelling
QUESTION: I don’t have a college degree, but I have 10+ years of experience. How do I compete with candidates who do? v Amy Adler, Five Strengths Career Transition Experts Do you have any college credits? You can share your education by describing your degrees as...
by NRWA President | Nov 3, 2025 | Career Planning & Focus, Cover Letters, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching Online, Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, LinkedIn Profiles, Personal Branding, Resume Writing, Resumes, Storytelling
QUESTION: I’ve worked for controversial organizations (e.g., political groups, ethically debated industries). How do I present that experience neutrally? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Lead with your role and impact, not the organization. Use a neutral...
by NRWA President | Jul 25, 2025 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Cover Letters, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, Storytelling
QUESTION: What role do you believe cover letters play in the application process today? v Nancy Grant, Regional Career & Employment Services Cover letters still matter. A lot. They give your résumé a voice, show genuine interest, and reflect effort. They...
