Archive for August, 2008

Seven Tips For Jump Starting a Stalled Job Search

Posted on 20. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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A growing number of jobseekers find themselves in the midst of a long-term job search. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. jobless rate soared to a four-year high of 5.7% in July 2008 and the average job search took more than four months to net results. However, some critics would put this number [...]

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12 Tech Writing Resume Tips

Posted on 19. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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As you develop your resume, keep in mind that its purpose is not to get you hired. Its purpose is to get you face-to-face with the person who’s doing the hiring. The most important thing your resume can do is make the prospective employer want to meet you.
Keep in mind the following 12 steps when [...]

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The do’s and don’ts of IT job seeking

Posted on 18. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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As an IT recruiter for some 15 years, what do you think has changed the most for high-tech job seekers?
With today’s unconventional recruiting methods such as social networking sites, there are so many ways now to really put yourself out there and get connected to people with the same interests as you. That has really [...]

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Freelancing and the Pursuit

Posted on 17. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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The pursuit of happiness is a fact of life – but how well do we do as freelance professionals? The encouraging news is we’re doing pretty well. A few niggles here and there that you’d expect, but nothing too drastic.
Flexibility seems to be the single best element you love about being independent, with 40% of [...]

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Answering Interview Questions – How to Make the Right Impression in Your Job Interview

Posted on 16. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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For most people, a job interview is both an exciting and terrifying prospect.
Being called in for an interview means that your job application has passed the basic requirements for the role and your would-be employers are interested in knowing more about you.
Usually it is this prospect of making a good impression on your employers during [...]

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Some older workers are rethinking retirement

Posted on 15. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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Some older workers are rethinking retirementThe weak economy is forcing older workers to rethink their retirement.
Neal Ator and his wife, Paula, take time out on the front porch of their McKinney home. Mr. Ator supplements his retirement by selling reverse mortgages, and Mrs. Ator runs her own business from their home.
After watching their nest eggs [...]

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6 Ways to Actively Manage Your Career

Posted on 14. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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It is a statement of fact that the people who achieve most in their careers are the ones who actively manage their careers. If you still think that your organization or employer is going to look after your future, then you may have a big shock coming. Things are uncertain enough without leaving your career [...]

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Preparing for an Interview

Posted on 14. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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Preparing for an Interview
Whether it is your first job after graduation or a well-considered career move, you always need to be well prepared for the interview. Ensure that your resume is well written. To stand out from the crowd, a professionally written resume is a wise investment. A well-written resume and cover letter will ensure [...]

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How to Write a Good Cover Letter – Where to Start

Posted on 13. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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In todays world with the struggling economy we have enough to worry about, writing a good cover letter shouldn’t be another worry of ours. For most, writing a good cover letter wasn’t something that we were taught in college or even high school for that matter. Which is quite sad to think about it, we [...]

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6 Good Reasons to Send a CV Cover Letter

Posted on 12. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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When you realize there are at least 6 good reasons to send a CV cover letter, it is surprising that some people still don’t write and send one with their CV when applying for a new job. Perhaps it’s because they don’t understand the importance of this cover letter, or may be they are just [...]

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Career Trends You Need to Consider

Posted on 11. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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There are a lot of things you need to consider before choosing a job. Aside from knowing what your skills, interests, and career objectives are, you’ll also have to consider some external factors when you’re looking for that perfect job. Some of things that could influence your choice would be your expected monthly salary, your [...]

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7 Most Common Interview Mistakes

Posted on 10. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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After years involving in recruitment industry, i would like to share with you about most common interview mistakes done by jobseekers in Malaysia.I hope you can avoid making these mistakes because they can really ruin your chances of getting a job.
Arriving late. Never arrive late for your interview. If you are not familiar with the [...]

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Job Market for Aging Boomers Will Favor Brains Over Brawn

Posted on 10. Aug, 2008 by Bill.

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Job Market for Aging Boomers Will Favor Brains Over Brawn
Baby boomers looking for jobs in growth fields that welcome older workers will want to dust off their diplomas rather than their treadmills, according to a new report from the Urban Institute.
Most of the fastest-growing occupations that already employ above-average shares of workers age 55 and [...]

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