6 Negotiation strategies for wages and benefits

6 Negotiation strategies for wages and benefits

By Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter Negotiating wages and benefits can be challenging, but the adoption of strategic approaches can help professionals ensure the best possible conditions. By using effective negotiation techniques, candidates can significantly improve their chances of achieving favorable results. Below are five key strategies for successful negotiation of wages and benefits. 1. … Read more

How to keep up to date with job market trends

How to keep up to date with job market trends

By CareerCoaches.io Naving in the ever -developing job market requires being up to date with the latest trends and insights. This article offers key strategies and guidance from industry experts to keep professionals informed and in front of the curve. Experience action -eligible advice on utilizing various reliable resources to ensure continuous professional development and … Read more

“How are you dealing with stress?”

"How are you dealing with stress?"

By Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter offers advice on how to handle the job interview question, “How do you handle stress?” 10-step guide to making a career transition About Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter People hire Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter to give no BS career counseling globally because he’s … Read more

How long does it take to find a new job?

How long does it take to find a new job?

By Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter A recent LinkedIn Workforce Confidence Survey reveals that job searches take longer than many could expect. More than half (53%) of active job seekers in the United States have been searching for at least six months, while over a third (34%) has been leading for one year or more. … Read more

Summary of the Employment Situation 7. February 2025

Summary of the Employment Situation 7. February 2025

Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 143,000 in January, and the unemployment rate edged down to 4.0 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Job gains occurred in health care, retail trade, and social assistance. Employment declined in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry. This news release presents statistics … Read more

Top Financial job for degrees

Top Financial job for degrees

Investment Banking Analyst: For those interested in funding high efforts. Involves contract structure, valuations and preparation of presentations for mergers and acquisitions or IPOs. Demanding but rewarding that offers quick learning and high earnings potential. Equity Research Analyst: Analyzes publicly traded companies, make purchases/sales recommendations and develop financial models. Requires strong analytical and research skills, … Read more

Public redundancies

Public redundancies

By Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter Disclaimers are a difficult and sensitive topic that affects individuals and families. While companies sometimes have to make tough decisions, the way these decisions can be communicated to significantly affect those affected. Announcing redundancies by identifying “bad artists” is not only unprofessional but also extremely harmful. Such messages lack … Read more

No BS -career counseling: February 2, 2025

No BS -career counseling: February 2, 2025

By Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter Nearly 1000 people took me up on my January offering to become an insider on Jobsearch.community. The offer expired yesterday at midnight. In February, I offer 10% discount on my insider 30 and insider 60 packages that include all my content plus either a 30-minute or 60-minute session with … Read more

Stack: Decision between resignation, perseverance and acceptance in your career

Stack: Decision between resignation, perseverance and acceptance in your career

By Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter I worked as a recruiter for more than 40 years before switching to career coaching. I did not make many job changes because I did very extremely well in the boom times. It was only under the busts of the economic cycles when clients disappeared (and a lot of … Read more

Be good against the recruiter: Care and Feeding Counseling

Be good against the recruiter: Care and Feeding Counseling

Be good against the recruiter: Care and Feeding Counseling By Jeff Altman, Big Game Hunter In 1972, I began my career as a recruiter. For the past five years I have been a career and leader coach. My coach, the man I referred to as “Swami” because he knew so many things that it seemed … Read more