About Karen Biscoe

Forging partnerships between small technology companies and the people who love them, I have been recruiting executives and technologists for over 12 years. Hiring for startups is my passion. Launching Green Search Partner in 2007 allowed me to combine my occupation with my preoccupation…the health of the planet. As President of Green Search Partner, I am honored to work with many of the Nation’s brightest stars in the green tech industry. Located on the South Shore of Boston, Mom of two, and runner for over 20 years. When I am not working to save the planet one green placement at a time, I am writing for my blog and discovering new ways to lower my carbon footprint.

Bring Your Sol to Work: Finding Career Opportunities in the Solar Industry

In a recent conversation with a young woman, I had an epiphany about why working in solar is good for the soul.  She had just returned from volunteering in Greece to help Syrian refugees receive care and assistance upon entry into the country. While listening to her, I began to think that perhaps my job […]

Job Hunting? Expand & Leverage Your (Social) Network!

Are you on the hunt for a new job? Utilizing social networking sites can get you farther than you think…
Even if you’re not mechanically inclined, chances are you know the difference between a Philips-head and a flat-head screwdriver.  You prefer a chainsaw to an old-fashioned blade saw.  Your air powered nail gun inspires home improvement projects. […]

5 Tips for Managing the Offer Process

Have you ever walked out of a job interview knowing everything about it except what the position pays?  Or, were you too bold and asked about money, benefits and vacation time when you walked in the door?  I don’t recommend either approach, but I think there’s a happy medium you can strike. Here are 5 […]

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4 Tips to Strengthen Your Resume and Land a Hot Job

Your resume is only one piece of the job hunting puzzle. It is a one dimensional representation of your life’s work, and getting it right may mean investing many hours and a lot of effort to polish it. Don’t downplay its power. Your resume can get you in front of the right people if it’s done […]