When a recruiter reviews your resume, they will not read every word – they will look for the 3 or 4 pieces of information that are important to them. They are not looking for a reason to keep your resume in the maybe pile. They are looking for reasons to toss your resume and your […]
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Who hasn’t thought about updating their LinkedIn profile to look for jobs, but hesitated because of connections to the boss and colleagues? Now, you don’t have to be concerned. LinkedIn has removed this worry with the launch of a new feature called Open Candidates. This feature allows you to let recruiters know you are in
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Many times when we are in transition or unemployed due to a variety of different reasons, we dread that question that happens in so many social settings; specifically, “What do you do?” Our sense of self is very connected to our careers and we feel uncomfortable when we don’t have a direct answer. I have
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As you are interviewing, keep in mind that you will spend a great deal of your time at work – 40 hours per week at least, for many years. So it is very important that the environment and culture of the workplace are a fit for you. Remember that you are interviewing the employer and
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Having a plan for your job search will help you achieve your career goals more easily. It will keep you on track and identify those activities that keep you busy but do not add value to your plan. Mapping out a job search plan will help you identify opportunities and keep you focused. Establish Goals.
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It happens! You have spent 4, 6, 8, or more years preparing for your career through education, internships, and entry-level jobs. You have finally been offered – and accepted! – your dream position. But 6 weeks into the new job, you realize that it isn’t what you expected and it definitely is NOT your dream
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Pointing out other people’s spelling and grammar mistakes has become an ingrained pastime on the Internet. No email, website, comment, or tweet is immune to the grammar police! Companies who make mistakes are criticized and lose business. Experts, scientists, politicians, and celebrities have all fallen victim to a misspelled word, misplaced comma, or off-the-cuff remark
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Part 2 of 2 In the previous post, we discussed how to use your time productively when you are unemployed and searching for a job. As you apply for jobs online, your resume seems to be going into a black hole with no indication of your status or any indication that a human has touched
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Part 1 of 2 We all know how miserable it is to be unemployed. You are applying to jobs online and your resume seems to be going into a black hole with no indication of your status or any indication that a human has even seen your document. These suggestions will help you to keep
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There are many reasons recruiters will only spend 3 to 5 seconds looking at your resume. They may find that you are not what they are seeking or you are not qualified for the position they are trying to fill. Below are some suggestions to make the recruiter’s job easier so they will spend more
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