Christine Berry–Solzberg, SPHR, is a human resources professional with a passion for helping others achieve professional success with her insightful and direct approach to professional problem solving. Christine holds a B.A. in psychology from the University of California at Santa Barbara, a master's in industrial social work from University of Southern California and is currently enrolled in the Executive MBA program at U.S.C. She is the founder of Careerologie, a career consulting firm in Los Angeles.
Recent Stories
No Change, No Gain
Monday, Feb. 25, 2008
Dear Christine, I was recently laid off after working for 15 years at a financial services company. I had a sense I was going to lose my job but I was hoping my years with the company would protect me. When I was informed my position was eliminated, I was practically in shock.
Performance anxiety?
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Dear Christine, Some people say no news is good news. Is that true in the workplace as well? If you are getting NO feedback, should you accept that to mean you are doing a good job? Or does it mean "they" are unhappy and you may be out the door soon? How do you read between the lines to figure out whether the bosses are happy with your work?
The “X” factor
Monday, May 7, 2007
Dear Christine, I am relatively new to our company and want to advance but am confused about the best tack to take. How do you become someone who works hard, does a good job, AND commands authority, trust, and confidence?
Take initiative to develop office relationships
Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007
Dear Christine: I actually admire and respect my boss. But I don't interact much with him. I'm not sure I have his respect. What if your boss doesn't give you any eye contact when walking down the hall?