When I Grow Up I Want to be…

The earlier post on Words referred to an article that linked to O*Net. O*Net is a fascinating tool no matter where you find yourself in your career. Whether you are looking to begin a career, in a job search, or in the hiring business, this is a tool worth exploring. For college students looking to… Read more »

What to Look for In the Job Application Process

Employers will be facing increasing challenges finding qualified candidates. As every baby boomer departs the workforce the number of qualified candidates shrinks not only as a result of the experience the old timers take with them, but also because of the sheer force of numbers.  Some 78 million boomers were born between 1946 and 1964.… Read more »

Bistro Attire? What is it?

Our event clients frequently request servers to come in “bistro attire.” As with terms like “formal”, bistro attire is a general and vague description of the desired dress. There are variations that servers need to be aware of and prepare their wardrobes so they come ready for each assignment.  It’s a good idea before accepting… Read more »

Going On on an Event Assignment? Stay Safe and Comfortable!

Remember to use lots of sunblock! That includes lip balm and lotion. The events we typically serve are in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. You can plan on spending most of your assignment time in the sun. The weather in the valleys is significantly hotter than localities around the Bay or the Coast. No matter… Read more »

Resumes: Brevity and Relevance, the Soul of Success

The days of the one-size fits all resume went out with the typewriter. One of the powers computers bring to each of us is the ability to tailor our resumes to exactly match the jobs we are seeking. Still, the temptation to pile on more than necessary is hard to resist. There are many important… Read more »

200,000 Jobs Looking For Workers?

A few years ago Mike Rowe of the Discovery Channel’s hit show, Dirty Jobs, got on a crusade about the declining value of work in the popular mind. We all want our kids to go to college because that’s the key to a good income in the future. However, we’ve short-changed ourselves by disregarding and… Read more »

Plant Your Career Flag!

SOCIAL NETWORKING WITH A PURPOSE Practically everyone enjoys keeping up with friends on Facebook. Some people get a bit carried away, spending hours liking, friending and just becoming engrossed in every detail of their community of Facebook contacts. While it may be fun, it generally doesn’t do much for your career or your income. “LinkedIn… Read more »

DRESS FOR HIRE EVENT

Sonoma March 28, 9:30 to 11:00 AM With the economy on the rebound, it’s finally time to think about that next career move. Whether you’re thinking about a promotion or joining a new employer, the first thing to do is have a look in the mirror. Do you see someone dressed for the job you… Read more »

Keeping Your Data at BOLT Current

 The New Year is a good time to take stock.  Have you picked up some new skills in the last year? Do you have a higher proficiency with software than you did when you originally registered with us? Does your resume reflect your new skills. Are you qualified for a higher level position than when… Read more »

They Wouldn't Do That…

Here’s a list of amazing stunts people have pulled on their job interviews.  Happily the list comes from a competitor.  Thankfully no BOLT job candidate would ever do these kind of things!