Career Resources

Personality characteristics matter in work settings!

A management scientist explains why personality matters as much as skill for the future of work Focusing on skills, especially technical skills, risks overlooking personality.

Commencement speeches aren't just for new graduates. Here's a little encouragement about work and careers.

Inspiring words commencement speakers shared with 2022 graduates It is graduation season and that means politicians, actors, athletes and even some of us at NewsHour have been giving commencement speeches, hoping to impart some encouragement and advice to college grads as they head into their next chapter.

Valuable insight for interviewers and interviewees!

Interview questions you should be asking if the job is remote Asking remote-specific questions will help you figure out if they are the right remote employee for your team.

Terrific tips from Fast Company about finding "hidden" job openings!

How to identify and apply for unposted job opportunities Reviewing job boards is fine, but many jobs aren’t listed formally. Here’s how to identify potential openings, and effectively find the hiring manager.

If you're considering a new career check this out.

Looking for Stability? Here Are 17 Recession-Proof Jobs Economic downturns can make you rethink your career. What can you do that will provide stability no matter what? These 17 careers are as recession-proof and essential as they come.

Check this out - finding employment during the pandemic.

How finding a job will be different in 2021 2021 may bring some normalcy back to the workplace, but some changes are going to stick. Here’s what you need to know.

So proud of my brother John Hardy and the contributions he makes through his career in investment advisory services!

October 19, 1987, thirty three years ago today Scott and I were sitting in offices next to one another when the market dropped like it never had before, 500 points in one day or about 22%. The day would become known as Black Monday. It was a day that I will never forget.

In those early days, Scott and I shared a computer that was on a lazy Susan that we would rotate back and forth to provide quotes and other information to clients. About 7:00pm on Black Monday I looked over at Scott and I realized we were both covered in sweat from the very long day of trying to make sense of what was going on in addition to calling all of our clients. It took a couple of years for the markets to get back to previous highs and we kept going though those highs and many more albeit not in a straight line. I am glad and fortunate to be still working with so many of you who were indeed clients 33 years ago.

One of the things that I think is interesting about Hardy Reed is that Scott and I have been business partners for over 33 years and have weathered so many storms during that time. We have been through the Black Monday and rebound, The Bull Market of the 90s, the 2000-2002 downturn and rebound and the Real Estate collapse in 2008 – 2009 and the rebound, and the decline earlier this year due to Covid and the rebound. It has been an interesting ride to say the least. We are smart enough not to say we have seen it all but we have seen a lot and we look forward to the future with the knowledge that we have gained from the past.

- John C. Hardy

10 tips to get and keep remote work — and thrive while doing it

To work remotely, you’ll need high-speed internet and a quiet space. And your kids need a schedule Here are 10 tips to get and keep remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic — and thrive while doing it.

Valuable resilience tips for changing careers and seeking employment:

These 5 myths about resilience might be hurting your ability to cope To become more resilient, it’s important to understand these misconceptions around the trait.

Virtual career fair tips!

How to use virtual career fairs to find a job during the pandemic These fairs can help you find a job, but they work a bit differently than traditional in-person events.

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