In today’s world of everything high tech, you probably tackle looking for a job much in the same way that you look for anything else; online. As great as this method is, there is an old standby method that has stood the test of time and if implemented can greatly increase your chances of finding…
You already know that your resume is the key that will open many doors for you when you are looking for a job, but do you know all the things you should absolutely be sure get done to your resume before it gets distributed? Guaranteeing that a great resume is being sent out is the…
Any time find yourself in the position of looking for a new job, you should explore all your options. That means looking at the resources that you already have at your fingertips and may not even realize. Everyone, whether they think so or not, has an inner circle which should be utilized first when on…
Job fairs are a wonderful place to look when you are trying to find a new job, but only if you avoid making some easy mistakes. There will many people at any job fair you attend and they will all be looking to one-up you, so you need to be sure that you do everything…
Ask yourself a question; when is the last time you revamped your resume? Your resume will be the single most important tool you possess when it comes to looking for a job so you need to make sure that it is more than simply up to par. Distributing a stale resume can have the not…
Okay, you’ve landed an interview with the company of your dreams and you are probably nervous about it. You can do a great deal to prepare yourself for the job interview by first conducting a pre-interview on yourself. While the idea may sound silly, it works wonders as after all, who is a bigger critic…
A lot of people who are looking for a job in a specific trade neglect a great resource that can be used in order to help with their search; trade magazines. Trade magazines are available for all sorts of job sectors and as well as being filled with many of the latest and greatest news…
One of the upsides of the recent economic crisis is that more people are thinking about their jobs. The result? Many employees are coming to the conclusion that they’re not entirely happy in their careers. If you’re considering a change, here are a few guidelines. Make sure it isn’t a fluke. Everyone has bad days…
Exerting influence at work is a crucial component to a successful and satisfying career. Though it sounds manipulative (and can certainly be used that way), influence is best used not only to benefit yourself, but the company as well. Here’s how to do it effectively: Identify your goal. Before you attempt to influence someone, make…
Everyone dreads the cover letter to some extent. This is mainly because a new one has to be written each time a job application is filled out or a resume submitted. Having a template to work with can ease the stress and reduce the work when customizing a cover letter for a position that you’re…
Having the security of a good paying job is a great feeling, but having a job that makes you absolutely miserable is anything but. While you may be stuck in a rotten job and want out so bad you can taste it, there is a time and a place for you to properly quit your…
You probably already know that when you are applying for a job that you will have to at some point in time turn in your resume, but did you know that you should also have a cover letter to go with your resume? A cover letter is sort of like a preview of what is…
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