As you prepare for your job search, you may be wondering if a cover letter is really needed. After all, a cover letter can be a lot of work and job seekers often don’t want to waste their time if it isn’t needed anymore. Cover letters are still an important part of the job application…
It doesn’t matter where you are interviewing, there is a good chance that what you wear will directly affect whether or not you get hired. In today’s climate, it is difficult enough just getting an interview so why would you put your chances in jeopardy by not dressing appropriately. Unfortunately, there isn’t one uniform dress…
Your resume is essential to your job hunt. In fact, many believe that a resume is the most important part of the job search. As you apply for jobs, your resume and cover letter are potential employers only way of getting to know you a little better. A strong presentation is essential to make your…
When you are job hunting you will want to keep track of all your expenses that you rack up. Why? Many of the expenses associated with your job hunt may in fact be tax deductable and if you can save a little money in April when Uncle Sam comes knocking, why wouldn’t you? While not…
For many of us, gaining our dream job can be no easy feat. In today’s employment field, due to the high level of competition we face from other potential candidates, an employer will require viewing our resume before they decide to invite us for that all important interview. Although our resume is a great way…
You know when your mom said to think positive and good things would happen? Well the same holds true when you are searching for a job. Thinking positive and having a good attitude is the single most important thing you can do for yourself when attempting to find a job. The reason is simple; whatever…
Sometimes part of nailing a job interview is all about what you don’t do in that interview. It may sound like a no brainer, but there are many people who simply leave their manners at the door and whether they intend to or not, they come off rude and obnoxious. First things first, when you…
Sometimes part of nailing a job interview is all about what you don’t do in that interview. It may sound like a no brainer, but there are many people who simply leave their manners at the door and whether they intend to or not, they come off rude and obnoxious. First things first, when you…
Before there was the internet and the many job posting websites that exist today, a person had to actually go out and make things happen when they were searching for a job. This ‘old fashion’ way of thinking is known as hitting the pavement and although it may be an antiquated method, it is still…
Finding a new job is always a challenge and this challenge can be even greater if you are currently working. While you never want to use company time to search for a new job, there are ways to effectively look for a job without having to quit your current job. The first thing to do…
Your resume is the most powerful weapon in the war of job hunting, so you have to be sure that it is as strong as can be. What many people do with their resume is that they ‘embellish’ the facts just a bit. Call it what you will, it is flat out lying and it…
When it comes to getting a job, the name of the game is cover letter and resume distribution. When you think about a fast an efficient way to do this, the first thing that should pop into your mind is e-mail. Not only is e-mailing fast and effective, but it is also able to be…