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Job Interviews »

[10 Oct 2009 | No Comment | 1,190 views]
Interviewing – Get Ready for the Big Interview

Congratulations, your hard work has paid off. You have been chosen by a company to go to the next round. Now it’s time to get ready for the big interview. If it’s been a while since you’ve interviewed for a job, this handy check list will help you be successful in your next interview.
To prepare for your interview, it is always good to start with a basic supply kit. As soon as possible, print off a few copies of your resume. If you have prepared any unique resumes or …

Career Advice, Inspiration »

[8 Oct 2009 | One Comment | 691 views]
Losing a Job can Change Your Life – For the Better!

Losing a job is ranked as one of the top 10 most devastating experiences a person can go through, but there is an upside. Everyday millions of Americans go to a job they can’t stand. Some people are burnt out on the never ending office politics. Others feel under appreciated by their boss or underpaid for their work. Some just plain out hate what they do for a living. If you have been laid off, you do not have to live with any of these things for the time being.
While …

Career Advice »

[7 Oct 2009 | No Comment | 1,102 views]
Volunteer Work to Land Your Next Job?

Just about every industry can lend a hand to their community with their specific skills. If you have found yourself among the many thousands who are laid off right now you might want to consider volunteering as a part of your job search strategy.
There are a few reasons why volunteering can lead you to your next potential job:
Most non-profit organizations will post and list members and contributors on multiple levels. This can include posting information on their website, groups and forums, newspapers, emails, and flyers. They share this information within …

Job Search, Social Media »

[6 Oct 2009 | 3 Comments | 1,263 views]
Your Job Search and the Golden Rules of Social Marketing

10 years ago the average job search was done on the phone or by “beating the street” to find openings. The lucky few, who could afford it, used their local post office to mail out resumes and save time. In today’s technology driven society, there are many more efficient ways to find openings and get your resume in front of a hiring manager. The most effective style of marketing to use in a job search today is social media marketing, but to use this form of marketing you have to …

Resume Help »

[5 Oct 2009 | 3 Comments | 1,454 views]
Resume Writing Tips, Do’s and Don’ts

There are several ways to write an effective resume. There are at least three resume formats and countless styles that you can use to create an effective resume that is unique and fits your style and personality. Regardless of the approach to resume writing, all resumes have one thing in common and that is to show employers that you are the best candidate for the job!
To be successful, it must clearly demonstrate your skills and relevant work experience to the hiring manager. To do this, you must switch gears and …

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