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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 …

“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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …