Archive for May, 2008

5 Tips To Capturing The Job With A Thank You Letter

Posted on 31. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Is there any other interviewing technique that will set you apart like a Thank You Letter? Possibly not-some studies show that only 20% of candidates remember to send one, and of that figure, nearly 80% get hired.
For this reason, I highly recommend using Thank You Letters as an effective job search strategy. In addition to [...]

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Looking For A Job? Try These Local Job Search Tips

Posted on 31. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Are you looking for a job? Are you looking for a better paying job? Why not start your search locally with these local job search tips.
Local jobs are the best jobs for a number of reasons, such as:
Easy commute
Less time spent commuting to and from work
Less money spent on traveling cost to and from work
More [...]

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Quit Your Day Job!

Posted on 30. May, 2008 by Bill.

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You can continue to stress out about job security and how you might be the next one fired, how you will make this month’s and next month’s mortgage payment, and any hope of living the dream life…
…Or…
You can start towards the path to true financial wealth…
Start by changing what it is you do in your [...]

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The Hidden Job Market

Posted on 28. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Should you rely completely on advertising to look for jobs? Advertising can get expensive for employers if they continually had to post for openings. In large companies, the turnover rate can be high with retirement, relocation, illnesses, etc. With those kinds of vacancies companies could conceivably expect to run a continuous employment spot in the [...]

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3 Keys To Achieving Career Excellence

Posted on 27. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Many people start out on their career journey at the age of 22 right out of college. And with the average retirement age at 65 what a long journey it will be. Most of us start out to just find a job that will allow us to become independent. At some point down the line [...]

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7 Ways to Find Your Perfect Job

Posted on 26. May, 2008 by Bill.

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7 Ways to Find Your Perfect Job
Of all the questions asked, answered, and fretted about during the dating game between job seeker and employer, applicants often forget one that should be directed at themselves: Is this opportunity a good fit? Figuring that out is less science, more art, says Reesa Staten, director of workplace research [...]

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When to Quit Your Job

Posted on 25. May, 2008 by Bill.

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For many people, the answer to the question, “Do you like your job?” changes depending on what day you ask. Maybe you can relate to this see-saw of emotions when it comes to your 9-to-5. So how does an employee know when it’s really, truly time to move on-and not a temporary sentiment that will [...]

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Hunt Your Own Head

Posted on 24. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Hunt Your Own Head
A recent Forrester Research report found that 60% of those aged 25 to 34 rely on the Internet to search and apply for jobs. However, the same study showed that job seekers are receiving poor performance from both traditional job sites, as well as the external job search sites at individual [...]

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The CV Problem

Posted on 23. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Your CV or resume plays an integral role in the outcome of your job applications, yet few of us are completely sure how to write one, let alone make the most of them. We know that we have to make our CVs stand out somehow from the avalanche of applications that a job posting is [...]

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How to Ace a Job Interview

Posted on 22. May, 2008 by Bill.

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During the course of my business career, I have interviewed literally hundreds of candidates for various positions. Some people make the cut. But more often, I wind up saying, “Thanks, but no thanks.”
I can think of dozens of reasons I might pass on a particular candidate. Maybe she’s rude during the interview. Maybe he shows [...]

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Job Interview Etiquette

Posted on 22. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Time Keeping: Be on time. Don’t give the interviewer reason to wonder if you have a pattern of tardiness before you even get into the interview room! Being early is the ideal situation for you and the interviewer as you may be required to complete some forms before the actual interview, arriving early gives you [...]

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Over 50 and applying for jobs? Read this first

Posted on 21. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Over 50 and applying for jobs? Read this first
Job-hunting is never easy, but for older workers looking to return to the workforce after retirement, it can be daunting. However, according to RetiredWorker.ca, following a few simple tips will help ensure your application ends up on top of the pile. “A job application has one purpose: [...]

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Are Your References Working For You?

Posted on 20. May, 2008 by Bill.

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Today, every job seeker should include a current reference list as part of their career portfolio. There are many questions I am often asked about reference sheets and what they should include. So, I have prepared some suggestions to assist you in updating your reference list to ensure your references work for you.
First I must [...]

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