Job Search »
A good mentor can have a huge impact on your career and your job hunt. There are several advantages to finding a mentor. Most mentors have experienced something similar to your current situation and they lived through it. Just be careful when choosing a mentor, the wrong mentor could do much more harm than good. If you are real brave or want to see big results, it may even be good to have several mentors.
Finding a good mentor is surprisingly easy. Past employers have a clear understanding of your experience …
Job Interviews »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 …