2010-12-14T18:19:19Z Career coach Marshall Brown helps readers achieve success in their own lives. tag:views.washingtonpost.com,2010:/on-success/career-coach/90 Copyright (c) 2010, WashingtonPost.Newsweek Interactive 2010-12-14T18:19:19Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-12-14:/on-success/career-coach2010/12/remembering_names_better_at_networking_events.html

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Marshall Brown 2010-12-07T16:33:12Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-12-07:/on-success/career-coach2010/12/how_do_i_negotiate_my_job_offer_part_2.html

My colleague, Alan De Back of Alan De Back Learning and Communications of Burke asked to share some job search tips. MB Question: Is it true that I can negotiate the job offer I receive from an employer? What is your advice on negotiating? Answer: Know your bottom line. Have you (and your spouse or partner) actually figured out what your bottom line is to maintain your lifestyle? Do you know the market value for...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Marshall Brown 2010-11-09T20:04:57Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-11-09:/on-success/career-coach2010/11/how_do_i_negotiate_my_job_offer_part_i.html

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Marshall Brown 2010-11-03T18:00:21Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-11-03:/on-success/career-coach2010/11/transferable_skillsgreat_possibilites.html

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Marshall Brown 2010-10-27T19:02:11Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-27:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/setting_priorities_and_valuestips_from_vera.html

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Marshall Brown 2010-10-26T16:21:54Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-26:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/generating_new_ideas.html

I am in Africa, so my colleague, Alan De Back of Alan De Back Learning and Communications of Burke, agreed to share some tips about following up after an interview. MB Question: I've been told several times that I should follow-up after I have an interview. Do you have any ideas about the best way to follow up? Answer: Many candidates don't realize that what they do after the interview can have almost as great...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Marshall Brown 2010-10-21T18:30:20Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-21:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/making_a_difference.html

Please indulge me in my blogs over the next two weeks. I am fortunate enough to be on assignment in South Africa and will be blogging when I am able. Alan DeBack, a career professional and colleague of mine will be filling in periodically, as well. However, I want to share my experience with you while I am here, relative to this blog. I am working with people in the international development field from all...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Marshall Brown 2010-10-14T18:29:30Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-14:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/what_no_business_card.html

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Marshall Brown 2010-10-13T16:49:57Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-13:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/powerful_cover_letters.html

Question: Can you give me some quick tips on how to write an effective cover letter? Answer:I want to caution you though that each cover letter needs to be tailored to the specific job that you are applying for. You can't just have one template anymore and use that for every position. If you can, take the time to find out what the unique problems, challenges etc. of the organization might be. Show them how...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Marshall Brown 2010-10-12T13:44:52Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-12:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/your_30-second_commercial.html

Question: People tell me I should have a strong elevator speech or a commercial. Why and what should it include? Answer: Knowing how to articulate your value and your expertise in a short and concise way is immensely valuable to your networking and job search success...but to be effective, it has to be genuine and it has to have meaning. It's not just a summary of you or your career....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Marshall Brown 2010-10-08T15:24:59Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-08:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/is_it_time_to_leave_part_2_of_2.html

Question: I have been at my job for 5 years and not sure it's right for me anymore. How do I make the decision to stay or go? Answer: See yesterday's post for other signs that it might be time to consider moving on. 5. If you think hard but can't find one thing about your job that you actually enjoy doing, it's time to change things up. 6. If the amount of stress and...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Marshall Brown 2010-10-07T13:06:08Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-07:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/is_it_time_to_leave_part_1_of_2.html

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Marshall Brown 2010-10-05T20:00:50Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-05:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/personal_branding_for_success.html

Question: I hear a lot about personal branding these days. Can you give me some tips on how to develop my brand?...and why I should do this? Answer: Establishing yourself as an expert in your field will help you gain both recognition and respect to sell yourself to your potential customer (or employer). If people trust that you truly know what you are talking about, they will feel good about investing in your product (you)....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Marshall Brown 2010-10-04T15:30:06Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-04:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/business_casualwhat_it_is_and_what_it_is_not.html

Question: What is considered "business casual" when it comes to work dress? My office is setting standards for the appropriate attire and I want to be sure I am dressing accordingly. Answer: I asked my colleague Valerie Sokolosky, an expert in professional presence, her thoughts: While companies are embracing business casual, there are still standards that should be observed. Everyone, through their attire, projects a special message to the world. Your brand is shown to...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Marshall Brown 2010-10-01T22:04:01Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2010-10-01:/on-success/career-coach2010/10/disabled_vet_searching_for_employment_direction.html

Question: I am a service-disabled veteran who has struggled for over 10 months to find employment. I have a 17-year background in administrative services. My greatest challenge is that I lost use of my legs as a result of an incident in Afghanistan. Needless to say, home-based employment would be ideal because I have difficulty accessing transportation. Answer: First and foremost, I thank you for the sacrifices you have made for our county and I...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

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