Archive for May, 2006
Recruiter offers advice on what won’t impress
Posted on 29. May, 2006 by Bill.
Recruiter offers advice on what won’t impress
Brad Karsh has thrown away stacks of résumés with barely a glance.
He has judged people in an instant, based on what they were wearing and the strength of their handshake.
And he still expected them to send him a thank-you note.
World-class jerk? Nah, just a former recruiting director. And if [...]
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Good job hunting
Posted on 29. May, 2006 by Bill.
Good job hunting
Lynette Pharr-Ellis lived in Hawaii while her Army husband was stationed there, but it was far from paradise.
She couldn’t find a job because of her husband’s career.
“I was overlooked for jobs because I was told I wouldn’t stay long enough,†said Pharr-Ellis, whose husband has been at Fort Carson since 2001. “I finally [...]
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Job hunting through the Net? 7 tips to help lift your optimism
Posted on 28. May, 2006 by Bill.
Job hunting through the Net? 7 tips to help lift your optimism
The job market is good, the Internet is buzzing, and optimism is high.
Still, the best jobs require talent before you walk in the door — you need to know how to search. Here are seven tips to help you:
1. Navigate the online labyrinth. Only [...]
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Networking occurs in unexpected places
Posted on 28. May, 2006 by Bill.
Networking occurs in unexpected places
Networking doesn’t always have to seem fake and forced; friendly conversation can do the trick, too.
Back in November, Mike Campbell did what so many people do these days: He went on a date with someone he met through Match.com.
What came out of it wasn’t a romantic relationship. Instead, he found a [...]
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A job seeker without clear mission is a recipe for frustration
Posted on 25. May, 2006 by Bill.
A job seeker without clear mission is a recipe for frustration
Want to get hired faster? Try playing "think and tell."
Specifically, you should figure out exactly what job you want and why you’re qualified to do it. Then, tell your story to the right employers.
Simple? Yes.
Easy? No.
That’s because most people would rather do anything — anything [...]
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Key words make the difference for cyber resumes
Posted on 23. May, 2006 by Bill.
Key words make the difference for cyber resumes
Millions of people post their resumes on Internet job sites with high hopes of finding that perfect job. But when weeks pass without a phone call, those hopes are deflated. The trick to getting those calls could lie in some key words.
As a former television news reporter, [...]
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10 Commandments to Writing a Great Resume
Posted on 22. May, 2006 by Bill.
10 Commandments to Writing a Great Resume
With unemployement at lows not seen since 2001, the resume is the most important tool a job seeker has to get noticed. Unfortunately, recruiters see resumes everyday with errors that reduce a candidate’s chances of being considered by a potential employer.
Sherrie Dvorak, Lead Recruiter with Frontline Source Group based [...]
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Are You Ready To Cross Over To Consulting?
Posted on 22. May, 2006 by Bill.
Are You Ready To Cross Over To Consulting?
If you’re a tech professional working in an IT organization and contemplating a career change, you’ve probably considered becoming a consultant. But while the work and pay may look more exciting from your office window, be forewarned: There are pros and cons to making the jump from full-time [...]
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It’s a good time to spruce up your first impression
Posted on 19. May, 2006 by Bill.
Give your resume a spring cleaning
Springtime signifies renewal and a fresh start. It’s also a great time for spring cleaning.
But this year, don’t stop at washing the windows, vacuuming under the furniture and throwing away the old winter clothes. It’s also time to spruce up your resume.
Your resume is the first impression that any potential [...]
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Acing The Headhunter
Posted on 18. May, 2006 by Bill.
Acing The HeadhunterAcing The Headhunter
Many top-level job candidates see the search firm as a hurdle to be hopped to get to the "real" interview with the company offering the job.
Such an attitude can be a fatal mistake, killing your chances for the job at hand and any future openings handled by the recruiter.
"Some candidates see [...]
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