Many job seekers think that whether they land a new position is a matter of luck: it’s good luck if they’re hired, and it’s bad luck if they’re not. The truth is that what separates successful job hunters from unsuccessful ones often is a question of preparedness, persistence, and hard work. A little common sense…
Interviewing can be a nerve wracking experience! All of your preparation can pay off, but only if you perform once in front of your interviewer. Not everyone does well in this type of situation, but here are a few tips that can help you to be your best. Be Cool! Try to remain calm when…
It’s a jungle out there, especially for those looking for jobs in a tough marketplace. It can be especially difficult trying to navigate all of the job search boards, social networking sites, and classified ads, not to mention the job fairs that make your head spin. When you’re searching for a job it’s ok to…
In spite of the hard economic times being experienced all over the globe, universities and colleges and still churning out hordes of graduates into the labor market. And the new graduates, like all the other graduates before them, expect to get jobs, and get them quickly to pay up the loans they probably took to…
In view of the ongoing economic turmoil, it is projected that many employers will inevitably find themselves having to downsize. And in any given organization, there is really no knowing whose job will go and whose job will remain. People who have been involved in these things before will tell you that it is not…
If you’re like many job hunters these days you’re looking for ways to get a leg up on your competition in the job market. One place to start is with the large job search engines and job boards, like CareerBuilder.com and Monster.com. But don’t just rely on endless searches through the countless and sometimes non-descript…
A recruiter’s success is based on finding the right talent to help client companies hire the best person. Knowing how to help recruiters recruit you will go a long way in demonstrating that you are the best candidate! This article presents key tips from executive recruiters Al Chase, David Teten and Michael Robinson on what…
At some point of time in your life you will find yourself in an interview. If you are a highly sought after individual, you may find yourself in several interviews in a very short time frame. Whatever the case may be there are certain rules when you schedule an interview that should be followed for…
Great job! You submitted the application, you got the callback, and you had the interview. Now you just have to wait for a call, right? Wrong! You’re not done yet. You have one more crucial step before sitting back and waiting to hear from a potential employer. Don’t forget to follow-up! Though hand written notes…
Writing a good resume is a huge undertaking. Summarizing your work and educational experience in a way that can market you to potential employees can be daunting. And it can be time consuming! But while you’re taking on the challenge, do it again. Having more than one resume can greatly improve your job hunting prospects,…
It seems like everyone has a Facebook profile, a My Space page, or a Twitter account these days. Most people use these solely for social contact and networking, to keep in touch with friends, family and former colleagues. There are ways to take advantage of these sites when you’re job hunting. Since many jobs, some…
When you’re job hunting you know that giving a good first impression is very important. One way to do this is by custom fitting your cover letters for each job you’re applying for. It’s a great use of your time and a great way to show your prospective employer that you were paying attention to…