It’s never been harder to grow a satisfying and successful life and career. The good news is that career blogs can help. Every week, here at Momentor, I’m going to point you to five posts that will help you think about, clarify, manage, salvage or accelerate your career. This week, I’m pointing you to posts about lessons from your first boss, how to hunt for a job, basic interviewing skills, getting your resume noticed online, and finding your passion.

From Shifting Careers: Lessons From My First Boss

“Last week, I had lunch with the lawyer I worked with nearly 15 years ago in my first job. As we sat across a table the way we had countless times before, I realized that he was the reason I stayed so long in a career that wasn’t suited to me. I enjoyed working with him so much that I didn’t focus on the fact that I didn’t want to be a lawyer. But it’s a good thing I stayed because he taught me many things that made me successful in my career long after I left his firm and his field. ”

Wally’s Comment: First bosses have an especially powerful impact. This poster was fortunate to have a good one and savvy enough to learn from him.

From Forbes: How To Job Hunt The Right Way

“Job seekers take note: Instead of blindly sending out résumés to every help-wanted ad in your field, target companies and positions that are the right match and tailor your cover letters accordingly. Yes, it’s a job in itself. But landing the right position is worth it in the end. Forbes.com surveyed hiring managers to find the most common mistakes job candidates make and how to avoid them.”

Wally’s Comment: This is the advice I’ve given my children. When it’s time to look for work, your job search is your job.

From What Would Dad Say: The Class Everyone Thought You Took, But You Didn’t

“Most of the time, I hate the condescending tone of the career pundits. It’s always “Sally, you idiot, here is how you should do your resume.” Or, “Billy Bob, here is how to answer these typical interview questions.” But I thought you knew better. Come to find out there are a lot…I mean a LOT…of job seekers who are clueless about the basics, of how a business operates and recruits. This is Interviewing 101: The Class Everyone Thought You Took, But You Didn’t. It is a lecture.”

Wally’s Comment: This is basic stuff, but it’s basic stuff that many people don’t seem to know.

From Career News: Top Tips for Getting your Resume Noticed Online

Wally’s Comment: This post is exactly what the headline implies.

From Bigg Success: How Do I Find My Passion?

“We recommend that you get a notebook to write down your thoughts and answers to the following questions, Amy. These things all revolve around one simple theme –Look to the past to discover your future.”

Wally’s Comment: The art of figuring out what to do with your life includes identifying those things that you love and do well.

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