‘Pre and Postnuptual’ Agreements: Employment Contracts in the 21rst Century


• How has the employment contract changed in the 21rst century?

• What are the expectations during the hiring process?

• What are the expectations once you are employed?

• What should you consider during these complex negotiations?

• What should you put in writing?

This month, two of my nephews are getting married; one wedding will be in USA and one will be in Israel. This has inspired me to think of the similarities between marriage and employment.

Performance Reviews in a Recession: 4 types of bosses!



  • Performance review coming up?
  • Wondering what this means, in a recession?
  • Need tips to understand your boss?
Most of us, have either been on the receiving end of a performance review or as a supervisor, may have conducted performance reviews. We have all had our share, of these uncomfortable meetings.

In a previous work role, I had a staff of 30 part-time employees, volunteers and interns. As the “boss” I dreaded conducting yearly, performance reviews. Neither side of this process: employee or employer is pleasant. Note: the depictions below are tongue in cheek renditions or caricatures – for dramatic effect. None of the depictions are intended to represent a person living or dead.

Career Transition and 4 Stage Career Planning: Bitten off More Than You Can Chew?

Bitten off more than you can chew with your career transition?

Do you feel overwhelmed and confused about all of the potential career choices?

Don't know how to plan a successful career change?

Is your lack of career direction creating chaos?

My dog, Chester,  often bit more than he could chew, and created chaos. Chester is a brown, "Bearded Collie,"  and the photo was taken when he was 4 months old and about 25 lbs. Now he is 6.5 years old and 75lbs. Still gets into trouble, but is so cute, no one can blame him.

Learn about the 4 stages of Career Planning Process...

ATS software is screening your resume! 5 resources to get noticed.


Is your resume getting the attention it deserves?

• Ever wonder what happens when you apply online?
• Ever try to apply to a job for which you are qualified, only to be blocked by the software?
• Wonder if the keywords in your resume are the “hot” keywords for your industry?

If you answered yes, to any of these questions, you need to learn about ATS software. It is used to screen you in, or screen you out! Learn how to build your resume with the keywords employers want.