
Steve’s Library
Check out some of the many careers articles and posts Steve has written for newspapers, magazines, websites and blogs.
Career Planning & Advancement
How to Write a Proposal for a New Job Position – Career Trend
How to Get a Company to Pay for Your Professional Development and Training – Ivy Exec
6 Steps to Evaluating Your Skill Set – GovLoop
The Advantages of Sitting on a Board of Directors – Career Path
Top Salespeople Often Make Bad Sales Managers: Here’s How to Avoid This – Ivy Exec
What Are the Most Critical Skills & Competencies That Supervisors Need to Lead People? – Career Trend
How to Join a Board of Directors for a Huge ROI – Ivy Exec
How to Deal With a Boss on a Power Trip – Career Trend
9 Tips for Improving your Business Writing – Cafe Quill
7 Easy Ways to Build Your Personal Brand – GovLoop
Job Specialization Pros & Cons – TheNest Woman
7 Steps to Get Good at Networking – GovLoop
Should You Bend the Rules to Advance Your Career? – TheNest Woman Careers
Resumes & Cover Letters
How to Tweak Your Cover Letter and Resume for More Impact – GovLoop
How to Plug a Hole in Your Resume (Without Raising a Red Flag) – Ivy Exec
Cover Letter Tips – Houston Chronicle
How to Deal with Varied Experience on Your Resume – Career Trend
Comparison of a Good and Bad Cover Letter – Houston Chronicle
How to Critique a Resume – Career Trend
Tips for a Journalism Cover Letter – Houston Chronicle
Interviewing/Negotiating
How to Negotiate Salary & Moving Expenses – Career Trend
How to Do the HR Initial Screening Interview – Houston Chronicle
How to Interview With a Top Executive – The Houston Chronicle