Archive for March 2010
5 Things You Must Do Online to Be Employable
Your social networking pages can make or break your career. Whether you’re unemployed or currently employed, the slightest slip-up can cost you your job. Employers are going to look you up online, take a few hours to re-vamp your page. Wow the employer with your skills, maturity, and knowledge of the industry. Facebook and MySpace…
Read MoreBiggest Blunders in Job Interviews
Your nerves may be racing during your first interview, but don’t let them get the best of you. Blunder 1: Not asking for clarification if you don’t understand a question in the interview. Employers are not going to look down upon you for asking for clarification. If you don’t answer the question and try to…
Read MoreHow to Stand Out in a Crowd of Job Seekers
For many, looking for a career can be a full-time job in itself. Often times, it’s hard to know where to start, what resources to use, and what can make you stand out. For those of you who never thought you’d be searching for a career again, take a deep breath – it can be…
Read MoreHow to Pick Your Perfect Reference
Using references strategically in your job search can improve your chances of obtaining your job of choice. Ask first. Confirm with the reference that he/she is comfortable being contacted. Don’t let them be caught off guard when an employer calls. Asking someone to be a reference will give them the opportunity to prepare answers to…
Read MoreThe Art of Successful Networking
You’ve got the perfect opportunity to make a great first impression in a non-interview setting. Take advantage of these events – they could lead to your next career. The more you network, the easier it gets. Once you’ve done it once, it gets easier and easier. Soon enough you’ll be a networking pro! People will…
Read MoreHow To Ace a Phone Interview
Oftentimes, a phone interview is the first step in the hiring process. Employers receive hundreds – maybe even thousands- of applications when they post a job online. They use phone interviews to quickly weed out the unqualified candidates. Use this opportunity to show them what a great asset you’d be to their company. If…
Read More4 Deadly Networking Mistakes
Several opportunities will arise throughout your job search for you to network with professionals in your career field. Take advantage of these opportunities to advance in your career. 1. You don’t go because you think you don’t know anyone. Chances are, not everyone at the event knows each other. You won’t be the only one. …
Read More5 Reasons Your Job Search is Not Going Well
You’ve tried and tried and tried and it feels like you have applied for virtually every job on the market. Why aren’t you getting any feedback? Don’t stop searching. Keep consistently searching for a job even when you think you may be close to an offer. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket! (Anything…
Read More5 Tips For Using Linkedin
Linkedin is the number one social networking site for business professionals. Linkedin encourages its members to discuss, network, and utilize its resources to aid in job searches and the hiring process. 1. Make your profile “public” so people can find you. If an employer types your name in Google, your Linkedin profile will be on…
Read MoreHow to Make Your Company Stand Out in the Crowd of Job Seekers
As a business owner, you want to ensure that your company has the most qualified and reliable employees. How can you make certain that those candidates apply to your company, and not your competitors’? Your company is stable. In turbulent times people crave stability. How does your company provide that? Be sure to point out longevity…
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