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Rise of the Superhumans, Part 1
Mary* was a rock star at Vandelay Industries*. (* = Names have been changed.) Mary was one of the smartest kids in high school – with...
Oct 1, 2019


The Gray Ceiling
For many Gen Xers and Millenials, the climb up the corporate ladder has been stymied by the logjam at the top. This phenomenon is called th
Sep 17, 2019


Swimming with Sharks
He’d hammer us with rhetorical questions like, “You sir, how would you like to be able to buy any car you wanted” and “Ma’am, how would you
Apr 11, 2019


Planning for Career Growth
You are the director, writer, and star of your own story. Don't settle for being a supporting character in someone else's.
Nov 15, 2018


Avoiding Unemployment Panic
Being in-between jobs is one of the most stressful experiences anyone can go through.Whether getting laid off, relocating for your spouse’s
Oct 23, 2018


Room to Maneuver: Managing your Lifestyle to Find Job Satisfaction
Years ago, when I was in the Navy, my ship participated in an exercise off the coast of Okinawa with several other US and Japanese ships....
Jun 8, 2018
Don't Pack Your Lifeboat After the Ship Has Sunk
We have a recurring conversation at The Rivet Group. Usually on a Monday, an executive we know or is referred to us reaches out to let us...
Mar 16, 2018


Resume Science Part 3: Formatting
As professional recruiters, we see a lot of resumes – and are often asked for guidance or help in crafting one that will draw attention. ...
Feb 22, 2018


Resume Science Part 2: The Six Second Rule
To get a job interview, your resume needs to pass the six second rule...here's how.
Feb 9, 2018


Understanding your Total Compensation
If you are like the millions of Americans whose New Years Resolution is to find a new job in 2018, ideally it comes with a pay raise.
Jan 5, 2018

Finding your Purpose
You have probably heard the adage “Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life” before. Finding meaningful and satisfying...
Dec 22, 2017


Surviving the Office Holiday Party - With Your Career Intact
It’s generally a weird dynamic – dress everyone up, add booze, throw in a +1, and it becomes a potent formula for awkwardness, entertainment
Dec 1, 2017

Beware the Paperclip Memo - 10 signs your job might be in Jeopardy
Don't get blindsided by layoffs - know the signs.
Nov 16, 2017
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