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[26 Oct 2009 | No Comment | 825 views]
Learn From Past Recessions

The great depression was one of the darkest and most desperate times in American history. Families had lost their entire life savings to greedy bankers and Wall Street blunders. People everywhere were out of work. Unemployment was on the rise. There was little hope for short term recovery. For many people, this doesn’t sound that different from today. Since there are some similarities, we can learn from the great depression and other past depressions.
The working people of the great depression were defined by the jobs they did and the people …

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[24 Oct 2009 | One Comment | 1,007 views]
Support for the Unemployed or soon to be Unemployed

This recession has led many to question the job they are doing, or in many case were doing. Most of those who have jobs are afraid that they will lose them if they don’t “step up”. Those who are not working have asked more than once, “What could I have done differently to keep my job”. In either case, the real question is “How can I do a better job (Then, Now, or In the Future)”.
Most people look at the quantity and quality of their work first. Did I stay …

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[22 Oct 2009 | No Comment | 1,728 views]
Resume Tips: Overcoming Lack of Experience Rejection Letters

“Your credentials are impressive, but we are considering candidates with more experience.”
This rejection statement means one of two things. The HR person chose a poor template for their standard rejection letter. Or more likely, your resume did not demonstrate enough relevant experience. This rejection is commonly seen by recent graduates, people changing careers, or retirees reentering the work force.
In today’s market, employers have the ability to be picky and hold out for individuals with more experience, but there are a few ways to spruce up your resume to avoid this …

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[20 Oct 2009 | 3 Comments | 1,888 views]
Why did I get a Job Rejection Letter?

You spent time creating your resume and you feel that it is perfected. You found the “perfect” job and applied to it. You landed an interview for your dream job. You perfected every interview technique that you researched. You felt that you passed your interview with flying colors. You sent out a respectful thank you note to all whom interviewed you. Great job you did everything by the book! However, a letter in the mail takes you by surprise, and that is the dreaded rejection letter.
Now you rehash everything you …

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[18 Oct 2009 | One Comment | 674 views]
Thank You Letters – When and What to Send?

A thank you letter after a job interview is a must among potential candidates. Thank you letters are a great way to show the employer that you are interested in the job that you interviewed for. It will also show that you have great people skills and that you have respect for others’ time. When was the last time you sent out a thank you letter after a job interview?
Most people wonder when you should send out a thank you letter after the interview. Sending a thank you letter out …

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