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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...

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

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

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.

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

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....

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...

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. ...

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.

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.

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...

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

Beware the Paperclip Memo - 10 signs your job might be in Jeopardy

Don't get blindsided by layoffs - know the signs.