Your Gen Y kids were always playing with gadgets — sometimes to the point where it drove you nuts. While, that experience with technical gadgets and the fascination with social media may just pay off for some of these 20-somethings. Of course, because we are still not financially stable in 2012, getting one of those…
In my last blog post, I described how I set up my search for a new job. After that, I began doing the ongoing activities needed to “cast a wide net” for my job search effort. First and foremost, I checked company web sites regularly for job openings. In today’s employment world, almost every company…
Did you know that one misspelled word or grammar problem can cause your resume to get put in the trash? The hiring manager may not even look at the rest of your resume and see all the benefits you bring to the table. They feel that if you couldn’t send in a proper resume, then…
In this post I’ll tackle the ticklish subject of how to dress for a job interview. And yes, although the interview is primarily about your qualifications, you do have to sell yourself – and part of selling yourself is your appearance. Funny thing about your appearance: it’s the first thing the interview panel sees about…
If you’ve read my last couple of dozen posts, you now know the importance of preparation whenever you have a job interview. But more importantly, you know exactly how to prepare. You know the best ways to research any company, how to recap your experience the way that Hiring Managers want, how to prepare for…
Times are tough. Many American families are still struggling to make ends meet after the worst recession in decades. If you are one of the many struggling each month to get by, you are probably looking for ways to make extra money while keeping your day job. Here are seven ways to earn extra money…
The internet provides many opportunities for you to create your own job. Millions of people all around the world are walking away from their jobs to create their own businesses. Many more have turned to creating their own jobs out of desperation due to the weak job market. Unfortunately, there are still many American’s who…
The simple answer to this question is of course ‘no’. However, in the publication ‘The Ethics of Resume Writing’, Clinton D. Korver suggests that more than half of job applicants in the United States habitually lie on their resume. Some people try and ease their conscience by saying they are ‘padding’ their resume but in…
If you are looking for a job, you probably know that one of the first things a company will ask for is your resume. If you do not feel your resume is as professional looking as it could be, or if you are not sure how to write one at all, consider hiring a resume…
How effective is your cover letter? When applying for jobs, be sure to include a well-structured cover letter with your resume to accent your best qualities and encourage readers to look at your resume. 1. Follow standard business letter format. Use single spacing, twelve-point font, a readable script (such as Times New Roman), and one-inch…
A job search should be taken as seriously as a job itself. As in tackling any new project, looking for work is more likely to be successful by following a thoughtful, organized process. The following steps can potentially lead you to a job in your career field. 1. Update your resume. Some people think that…
Researching the company for which you’ll be interviewing is the most important part of your interview preparation. The best place to start in today’s world, naturally, is the company’s own web site. Why? Because that’s where you’ll find all the positive information and facts that the company wants you to know. And believe me, Hiring…