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		<title>Interview Body Language</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/interview-body-language</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:47:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s not what you say, but how you say it that makes the difference. This old adage is very true when it comes to interviewing. If you are interviewing for an actual job, the hiring manager is as concerned about how you will fit in the company or team as they are with your skills. The hiring manager is adding to a team of people not buying a spring to put in a big machine. Even if they have a business only mindset, they are still human. As humans, relationships ...]]></description>
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		<title>Interview Q&amp;A Sessions &#8211; Part 1: Your Objectives</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/interview-qa-sessions-part-1-your-objectives</link>
		<comments>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/interview-qa-sessions-part-1-your-objectives#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:22:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Job Interviews]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=500</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The heart of any interview is of course the Q&#038;A Session in which the interviewer asks about your experience and gives you a chance to ask about the job or the company. In a one hour interview, this stage of the process usually takes between 30 &#038; 50 minutes. It is by far the most focused part of the interview and is your best chance to shine. To ace the Q&#038;A Session follow these simple tips:
Stay on task: Remember, the whole interview has led to this point. Your purpose for ...]]></description>
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		<title>Salary Negotiation 101</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/salary-negotiation-101</link>
		<comments>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/salary-negotiation-101#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:43:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Career Advice]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=475</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Salary negotiation is a delicate balance. If the dance is well orchestrated, you can add quite a bit to your salary. If you fail, the employer will back off and find someone cheaper. This dance is not an easy one to perfect and most are afraid to even engage. However, for those brave few who decide to negotiate we&#8217;ve create a list of tips to make your success more likely. 
He who speaks first loses: Anytime dollar amounts are negotiated, the basic rule applies. He who speaks first loses. If ...]]></description>
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		<title>Job Hunt Tips for Generation Y</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/job-hunt-tips-generation-y</link>
		<comments>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/job-hunt-tips-generation-y#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:34:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=464</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Recent college grads are facing challenges not seen in most markets. In a recession, college grads are competing against job seekers with 10+ years of experience, even for entry level jobs. In many cases, highly experienced people are taking internships, just to stay relevant in their industry. This makes it very hard for most students to find a career, let alone a career that relates to their degree. Fortunately, there are still a few viable options for Echo Boomers &#038; Gen Next.
Internships: In a recession, the role of an intern ...]]></description>
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		<title>Highly Effective Resumes</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/highly-effective-resumes</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 13:40:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=471</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Most people have never been involved in hiring an employee, so it is understandable that many have no idea what the hiring process looks like from the employer&#8217;s perspective. Even for those of us who have hired a employees in the past, it can be hard to remember the key points of the process when preparing a resume. The following points will help you optimize your resume to be the most effective resume possible.
Employer&#8217;s time: Most hiring managers will spend less than 3 minutes per resume. Many of them won&#8217;t ...]]></description>
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		<title>Does Your Cover Letter Answer the Million Dollar Question?</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/cover-letter-million-dollar-question</link>
		<comments>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/job-tips/cover-letter-million-dollar-question#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 13:22:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=356</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Most people think cover letters are designed to win over the recruiter/HR manager. This is kind of true. Others think it is supposed to serve as a summary of your skills. This is part of it. A few people think it&#8217;s about listing information that is relevant to the job. Again, they&#8217;re almost there. 
Every job requirement you read is really little more than a professionally written, open ended question. That question is the same whether the job is for a CEO or a Clerk. It is the same question ...]]></description>
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		<title>Job Search Basics</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/jobsearch/job-search-basics</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:01:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=212</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Veterans of any professional sport will tell you that even the most experienced players need to periodically go back to the basics. This helps them perfect advance techniques by ensuring all of the bases are covered. The job search is not that much different. To be effective, periodically go back to the basics.
Most job seekers learn something new each time they reach out to new people or go through the job hunt process (I.E. Review openings, post resumes, phone interviews, face to face interviews). As your understanding of the industry ...]]></description>
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		<title>Effective Emails can Impact Your Job Hunt</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/jobsearch/effective-emails-impact-job-hunt</link>
		<comments>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/jobsearch/effective-emails-impact-job-hunt#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:53:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=208</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In today&#8217;s society, major business decisions are often based on the communication conducted over emails. The job hunt process is no exception. Sending a well constructed email will not likely be the reason a company chooses to hire you. However, an inability to communicate well in writing can lead to disqualification from many jobs. To increase your odds of landing your next job, it may be wise to review your email etiquette.
Grammar and spelling &#8211; Writing an email should not feel like a homework assignment, you will not be graded. ...]]></description>
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		<title>Resume Tips: Overcoming Lack of Experience Rejection Letters</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/resume-help/resume-tips-overcoming-lack-of-experience-rejection-letters</link>
		<comments>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/resume-help/resume-tips-overcoming-lack-of-experience-rejection-letters#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:56:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=174</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;Your credentials are impressive, but we are considering candidates with more experience.&#8221;
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&#8217;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 ...]]></description>
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		<title>Your Job Search and the Golden Rules of Social Marketing</title>
		<link>http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/social-media/job-search-golden-rules-social-marketing</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:03:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>superduperadmin</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.browselocaljobs.com/blog/?p=124</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[10 years ago the average job search was done on the phone or by &#8220;beating the street&#8221; to find openings. The lucky few, who could afford it, used their local post office to mail out resumes and save time. In today&#8217;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 ...]]></description>
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