3 Most Important Things to Do in a Job Interview
A job interview can be a nerve-racking experience, especially when you have been removed from the job market for an extended period of time. It is one thing to sell on paper with the resume and another...
View ArticleJob Search Strategies That Work
So, you took your resume and posted it on the job boards. You also spent hours searching for the jobs that fit your background and career goals, and you responded to a few dozen jobs. Then you waited...
View Article120 Seconds is All You Have to Ace the Interview
120 seconds. That’s how long it takes for an interviewer to decide whether they want to hire you or not. First impressions set the tone for the interview and in the majority of cases, once that...
View ArticleHow to Follow Up After a Poor Interview
No one ever said finding a job is easy. It can be a lengthy process and include several rounds of interviews before you land an offer right for you. The good thing is if you are receiving positive...
View ArticleJob Search Techniques: Managing Your References
Would you walk into an interview blindsided – not knowing what the employer does or what’s involved in the role you are applying for? For those who want to succeed and be effective in an interview the...
View ArticleManaging Your Career – I Bet You’re Not Doing It
Have you ever noticed the person who gets promoted is not always the most competent for the job? Or, how about the person who did all the work not being recognized as much as the person who talks about...
View Article5 Ways to Break the Ice at Networking Events
Networking is not about how many resumes or business cards you hand out, but how you establish rapport and build a relationship that can lead to opportunities. Attending a networking event is only the...
View ArticlePhone Etiquette – First Impressions Are Everything
I frequently call my clients at their provided numbers to discuss their resumes. I am often amazed at what happens, and in particular, how harmful it will be to their job search efforts. For example, I...
View ArticleUsing LinkedIn When You Are Employed
Every professional should be on LinkedIn as it is a great way to increase your online presence and connect to other professionals. If you are employed, you can use it to engage with others in your...
View Article5 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Job Search Results
By now you’ve learned the traditional ways of job searching don’t work anymore. A few years ago you could put your resume up on Monster and CareerBuilder and wait for the phone to ring. Those days are...
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