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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to write the perfect cover letter: be brief--and be gone!
- The best cover letters are 'one-page wonders.' Why? Because they suit today's busy employers who are already overloaded and often overwhelmed. The best way to catch their attention is to 'be brief?and be gone.' Leave them wanting more?so they'll call you for an interview?which is just what you hope for. Write a letter that makes your point about the job you want, displays your enthusiasm, and clea...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 resume mistakes telecommuters often make
- Finding a legit telecommute job can be difficult. Telecommute jobs are in high demand and hundreds if not thousands of other people are competing for the same position.So how do you stand apart from everyone else? Your résumé.Your telecommute résumé the first and often the only document a potential employer has to ma...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Your resume is just one of the tools in your job search
- A resume is a tool. It allows employers to see what skills you have and what benefits you bring to the table. When an employers looks over your resume they will most likely scan for highlighted points. Most HR people do this. This way they weed out your resume.When writing your resume, make sure you tailor it for your specific job. You want the employer to see what you have to offer....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tips for terrific telephone interviews
- Telephone interviews don't just happen; they are the result of action you have taken. For example, when you are networking and the company representative becomes interested in your skills; when a company representative calls you in response to a résumé you have sent; or when you have previously set up the telephone meeting. Your goal is to achieve a face-to-face m...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Stand out from the crowd with simple marketing methods
- Although today's job market can be very competitive, many job seekers overlook simple techniques that will catch potential employers' attention. Apply these eight ideas to stay ahead of your competitors and get hired now!1. BRAND YOURSELF. Target, Macy's, and Neiman Marcus are all retailers. But you can easily tell them apart because of their effective branding. Apply the concept of brandin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Fantastic job fair follow-up
- Set the stage for fantastic job fair follow-up while you are still at the job fair. As the conversation is coming to a close, ask for the company representative's business card. If he or she doesn't have one, ask for their name, title, and best way to reach them. Write that information down in your notebook. Thank them for their time and re-affirm your interest in the company and position.B...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Match, meet, and mesmerize at a job fair
- Are you considering another trip through the career maze? Attending a job fair can make you feel like you are playing a losing game unless you have a clear understanding of the rules. Here are a few suggestions for making the most of any job fair, and gaining a competitive edge.GET A JUMP ON YOUR COMPETITION* Review the list of participating companies and determine which companies in...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Avoiding 10 deadly interview mistakes
- Too many job seekers set themselves up for failure before the interview ever takes place. They fail to target their audience, demonstrate relevant skills and experience, or present themselves in a way that grabs the attention of potential employers. Plan for success and avoid these ten deadly interview mistakes.1. Interviewing before you have a handle on your emotions. Get a handle on your ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 10 keys to getting paid what you?re worth!
- Asking for money is so taboo in our culture that most of us shake in our shoes when we think about negotiating salary. It conjures up our insecurities about not being good enough, not knowing enough, or not being considered valuable enough. We worry that the company will rescind its offer if we ask for what we're worth.The truth is if you don't negotiate, the employer thinks he or she has p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Make your rãƒæ’ã‚â©sumãƒæ’ã‚â© sizzle with success stories
- In today's competitive job market you can't afford a résumé that fizzles. Power up your résumé with solid success stories. Include simple, clear accomplishment statements to get and keep the attention of hiring managers.Appreciate the value you bring to your employer! You haven't just been "doing your job." Recogn...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Invest in your career change--put your money where your dream is
- You say you want a new career, you say you want to start your own business, you say you'd love to be a freelance writer and travel more but are you serious? Can I really believe you? Are you investing in your dream?When you want something badly enough, you're willing to work hard, make sacrifices, and invest in your dream.Most people who've made a career change didn't have lots of mo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Seven ways to stand out in a sea of applicants
- Is your résumé getting lost in a flood of résumés? Are you certain you could demonstrate your value to potential employers, if you could just get in front of them? Do you want to dramatically increase your chances of getting a follow-up call from employers? Bait your job-search hook with these seven tips and you'll catch a whale o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Lost your job? ten ways to bounce back!
- Whether you've been right-sized, downsized, underutilized, or just plain fired, looking for work is a life-changing experience that rocks your world. Regain your equilibrium with these ten strategies and get back to being your best.1. Take time to grieve for what is lost. Losing a job is big. Find a way to acknowledge the loss. What ritual could you perform or symbol could you use to say go...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Have enough money to change careers - five key steps
- At every talk I give, I ask the audience to tell me the reasons why people don't change careers. The most common answer given each time is "lack of money." So many people have such an exaggerated fear about money that they will not even take the time to determine how much they will need to do work they love in the first place!Does this sound like you? Do you feel stuck where you are,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to change careers and still pay the bills - 5 key steps
- Studies show that more than 50% of people are unhappy in their jobs yet few will actually make a career change in 2005. Why? Most people let fear stop them yet successful career changers know that fear is simply a sign that you are headed in the right direction!Follow the 5 key steps that successful career changers actually take to overcome their fears and make a sustainable change....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cracking the connection code: networking for the introverted
- We've all heard it before: "Just get out there and network!" If it was that easy, we would already be doing it. So why is it so hard? Well, you're an introvert, aren't you? Enough said.However, unless the prospect of a really long job search excites you, you have to get out there and connect with people who don't know you but who could benefit from your expertise.Below are ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - It is still possible to be upwardly mobile in america!
- Yes, it's still possible to be upwardly mobile in America: it's called a career in sales.Sales jobs come in all shapes and sizes. From the lowest telemarketer to the global strategic accounts managers, sales is what makes a company successful.Today, the need to find sustaining careers is a hot topic for everyone in the labor force. Yet, every business owner I know is constantly lamen...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job search advice for desperate job seekers
- Another morning of job hunting lies ahead of you. You pour a cup of coffee and open the paper to the employment section. With a mixture of anticipation and desperation you pick up a stub of pencil and prepare to target and identify some possible job opportunities.There are less ads to circle this morning and despite the promising words and vague descriptions you have begun to believe that n...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job interviews -- how to follow up effectively
- Getting a job is not just about your performance in an interview. The post-interview follow up you do has a critical role in a successful job hunt. Here's how to do it effectively.On the day of the interview or at most the next day, send a thank you note to each of the interviewers. Apart from saying that you're keen to take up the job, mention two or three of your key strengths or skills t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job interviews -- the real reasons why you need to follow up
- Effective follow-up after a job interview is often a key reason why someone gets a job, even though there are other equally qualified candidates. Many candidates treat follow up as an optional add-on to their job search. That's just not the case.There are several reasons why you should follow up.Sometimes, out of sight is really out of mind. Your phone call or letter can help the int...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Rich career, poor career
- What makes for a rich career? It is more than just the salary and benefits. A rich career is one that suits your talents and provides an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution, as well as one that provides the right compensation.A rich career is one that has a rich return on investment. What is career ROI? It is more than a paycheck and healthcare benefits. Your career ROI is the ent...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The interview - a few tips for making a great first impression
- Searching for employment is one of the most nerve-racking activities to engage in. As if the direct need for income is not stressful enough, the process of writing a résumé, networking in your industry, and applying for jobs can leave anyone shaking in their tracks. Once you have hit the pavement and made a few contacts the phone calls should start coming in. With...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What me? lie on my resume? who will know?
- The temptation to lie on a resume is great! How can it hurt if I stretch the truth a bit? Employers see lots of resumes. How are they going to know who lies and who doesn't?Whoa! Let's stop a minute and reflect on what lies can REALLY do on a resume.1. Lying and stretching the truth may come out anyway. You, job seeker, might exaggerate to the wrong people and get caught LYING!...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The quickly changing landscape of the job market
- Does it seem that with every passing year it's getting harder and harder to find good paying jobs? If you think so, you're not alone in your thoughts. In fact, this is a common complaint that many people have and it is even worse for those that do not have a college education.Jobs are not bountiful right now and even college graduates sometimes find themselves waiting tables for a year or t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Job interviews -- what your pre-interview research should cover
- When you go in for a job interview, you're not just a candidate seeking a job. You're a potential problem solver and contributor. To play that role effectively, you must be armed with the right kind of information. That's what pre-interview research is all about.Break down your research efforts into four broad areas. That'll make it easier to manage and also ensure you don't leave anything ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - So youre thinking of changing careers
- "You don't have to take life the way it comes to you. By converting your dreams into goals, and your goals into plans, you can design your life to come to you the way you want it. You can live your life on purpose, instead of by chance. ~ Whatever it takes" - The GoalHow many careers would you say you have had to date? One, two, more? Our parent's generation seldom considered changing caree...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dissatisfied with work? perhaps its you
- Just about every month, there's a new research report detailing the seemingly higher and higher degree of worker dissatisfaction. Whether it's a Gallup poll or a Conference Board report, the results are strikingly similar -- workers are becoming more and more dissatisfied with their work.While the majority of "reasons" for dissatisfaction usually point to elements of the workplace itself su...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bringing our family to work
- Let's face it, most of us consider professional success and personal success the same.In other words we become our careers. We also bring our personal and family behaviors to work causing many of the same conflicts we have at home.The number one skill that will improve both our professional and personal life is good communication. What we have to say is not important unless we are ab...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cover letter warning: watch out for the big bad word!
- Dear Job-Seeker:Just as Goldilocks was suspicious of the big bad wolf, be wary of the big bad word! You know the kind. Pursuant. Heretofore. Credence and all their contagious cousins! Unless you keep your guard up, these little pests will infest your cover letters like termites in a wood pile! Don't let them.Remember, employers are regular folks--just like you and me. They don't want...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Four job interview mistakes that can torpedo your chances of success
- What are the worst mistakes job hunters make? It turns out there are four big ones. These four mistakes turn up repeatedly when executives responsible for hiring talk about the reasons why someone didn't get a job offer.If you make even one of them, you'll drastically reduce your chances of getting selected.Interview mistake #1: Thinking like a job hunterThe only reason...