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Category Archives: Human resources
Increasing your positive Internet presence: Ask Amber
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting These days, it’s no secret that the Internet plays a big role in the hiring process and in human resources in general. If you want to make a good impression on current or future employers, … Continue reading
How to follow up when a grant doesn’t get funded: Ask Amber
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting It is by no means enjoyable to be denied for a grant, but using the experience as a learning opportunity can make for stronger future proposals—better positioning your organization for success in the next grant … Continue reading
What is an informational interview, and what questions should I ask? Ask Amber
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting Informational interviews give job seekers, or those considering a career move, the chance to ask their questions of leaders in the field. For young professionals, informational interviews can be as influential to your career as … Continue reading
Summer reading list for young professionals: Ask Amber
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting As you kick back and bask in the summer sun, the ideal summer reading spot can be found at the park, by the pool, or on the plane to and from summer vacation or a … Continue reading
Posted in Books and articles you want to read, College graduates and nonprofits, Commentary, Gen Xers, Generations, Human resources, Issues, Millenials
Tagged Amber Alarid, ask amber, David Stillman, JVA Consulting, Keith Ferrazzi, Lynne L. Lancaster, Never Eat Alone, Passion Capital, Paul Alofs, Tahl Raz, The M-Factor
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Ask Amber: How to handle tough interview questions
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting These days, with the hiring process becoming more and more competitive, employers are taking extra steps to find the best applicant for the position. With this increased scrutiny, it is important for young professionals to … Continue reading
Ask Amber: How to quantify your resume when you have little formal work experience
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting These days, resumes need to be more detailed and more professional than ever to stand out from the pack. One of the ways job seekers are setting themselves apart is by quantifying their resumes, showing … Continue reading
Ask Amber: Using social media to advance your job hunt and career
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting Did you know that social media can be more than just a place to connect with friends? When used correctly, it can also help you advance your job hunt and your nonprofit career. Blogs can … Continue reading
Posted in College graduates and nonprofits, Gen Xers, Human resources, Millenials, Social media, Trends
Tagged Amber Alarid, ask amber, blogs, Facebook, JVA Consulting, Pinterest, twitter
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Ask Amber: Organizations you should be following on LinkedIn
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting As I’ve said before, LinkedIn can be an invaluable resource for your job search or in your general networking efforts. Sure you remember to connect with your friends and coworkers, but have you joined any … Continue reading
Ask Amber: Continuing education
By Amber Alarid, JVA Consulting If continuing education of some sort is on your radar (and I personally feel it should be on everyone’s!) you may be faced with the decision of what program is right for you and how … Continue reading
JVA's Nonprofit Street 
Reflection and Next Steps
By Ashley Kasprzak, JVA Consulting As this is my last week at JVA Consulting (I recently accepted a position as the executive director of Team Fort Collins), I would like to share some of my lessons learned as a writer, … Continue reading →