Wisdom From The Experts   |   Ten Truths

Job Happiness Test  

• Do you look forward to Monday mornings?
• Do you enjoy telling others about your job?
• Do you get excited about new projects at work?
• Is your salary at the level you deserve?
• Would you apply for your current (or last) job again?

Grading your quiz-

If you answered "no" to any of these questions, it's time to take control of your future happiness and make some significant career improve- ments in your life.

You, too, can wake up excited and energized by the thought of your work, anticipating the day's activities with a smile on your face. Ask yourself- "Others have jobs they love, why not me? Why not now?"

Reasons to contact CareerMakers-

• You're not really sure what you want to do
• You've been downsized or are between jobs
• You've retired but aren't really ready to quit working
• You're ready to pick your first career.

Come Look Us Over

We invite you to one of our complimentary program overviews to get a feel for CareerMakers and to meet our staff. We’d like to show you our offices, classroom, and video space so you’ll know exactly what to expect from our services. We’ll review the components of what we teach, so you can clearly see how we make our graduates winners in the job market. Plus, we look forward to answering your questions about looking for a job or selecting a new career.

Every Tuesday 9:30 a.m. to 11: 00 a.m. A personal interview also is available if the above time won’t fit into your schedule. Please call to reserve your space: 971-224-1231 or toll free at 877-287-4476.

Some of the questions typically addressed at program previews -

• Why is this whole process so scary?
• How do I know for sure what I want to do when I grow up?
• Are there good jobs out there?
• How can I get unstuck in looking for a job or getting out of the wrong career?
• What are resumes and cover letters supposed to look like?
• How can I network without feeling awkward?
• Are my existing skills transferable to other careers?
• Why can’t I get interviews?
• Why am I coming in second?
• Where do CareerMaker graduates work and what do they do? Can I talk to your graduates?

We look forward to meeting you, showing you our highly effective program and answering all your questions and concerns. We’d love to help you choose the work that best compliments your life.

FAQ's

1. Is CareerMakers a placement or "headhunter" company?

No. We do not place people in jobs. We are an educational andcounseling organization that teaches the skills of transition so wellthat our program graduates can change jobs "at will and without panic" whenever they want to or need to. We also assist them through their job search by providing solid networking contacts, resume and proposal preparation, interviewing brush-ups and support groups.

2. What does CareerMakers do to help people find jobs?

Our very practical job search methods have been tested by thousands of program graduates since 1983. These methods work and can cut your job search time by half! And, we are networking fools! Our program graduates comprise a wonderful network of people who can provide access to companies and industries. You receive a copy of our graduate database upon completion of the program. We also receive job announcements from graduates and other sources.

3. How long can I take advantage of the CareerMakers graduate database and other services?

For as long as you wish. CareerMakers becomes your safety net for all subsequent transitions. Some of our grads are "old timers." We have watched them grow up over the last 18 years!! They remain a part of our network because they like helping others and staying in touch. They also like having the CM staff to relate to when they need perspective on their career issues.

4. Is that the only program CareerMakers offers?

No. But it is the most comprehensive. Click here to see Services in a Nutshell. 

5. What is the mission of CareerMakers?

The mission of CareerMakers is to give you the know-how, confidence and support that you need to find satisfying work. We help you answer the question: What would my life be like if I loved my work?

6. How can I learn more?

Please come to a Tuesday information session at 9:30am. No charge; they last a little over an hour. Learn about what we do, how we do it and the results you can expect by participating. Also, you may contact some of our graduates to get their "take" on their CareerMakers experience. Email Peter, or call him, he loves to talk! By all means, keep exploring our website!!

Here is a compilation of resources recommended by Pam and Peter.

National Association of Working Seniors 

How to write resumes to bring out the best you!

Working with older workers

Want to do your own thing??

Want to research a company??

Changing careers?

The US Group CompUSA

Working Theory Press

How to reach us:

Phone:

503-885-7755
971-224-1231 (Peter Paskill direct)
877-287-4476 (Toll free)
503-885-8614 (Fax)

Address:

CareerMakers Division
HR Answers
7659 SW Mohawk St.
Tualatin, OR 97062

Click here for location information

Email Peter Paskill

Let CareerMakers Tailor a Program To Your Organizational Needs

For a comprehensive discussion on how our Programs can make your life easier, please contact us.

Or call us at 1-888-244-1055 or, in Portland, call 503-297-6641

References

Jim Strain
Human Resource Manager
DATServices/Transcore

Cassi Christenson
Human Resource Manager
Boyd Coffee Company

Bobbi Steadman
Human Resource Manager
Adidas America

Professionals in the Career Transition Field

CareerMakers prides itself on its Portland roots and local ownership. Solid professionals in the career transition field, Peter, Pam, and Anne represent over 60 years of savvy know-how taught through easy to absorb, highly successful skill training. In addition, they take great pride in students' successes, and that folks stay in touch, send funny cartoons, and drop by to say "hi" long after they graduate from the CareerMakers program.

Peter Paskill: Division Director - Peter has provided over 25 years of career transition counseling to nearly 6,000 individual clients, counseled a wide range of companies, is an oft-quoted resource for the news media and is co-author with Pam Gross of the best-selling book Want A New Better Fantastic Job?. Founder of the popular KXL Northwest Career Fair, and appearing regularly as the career counselor on KATU-TV’s AM Northwest. Member and Director of Portland Human Resource Management Association.

Programs designed to meet the full range of individual needs

OUR GUARANTEE:
We're satisfied when you're thrilled. Or your money back.
Period.