NorthJersey.com - May 11, 2012
So this guy calls me at my office, and before I can finish introducing myself and say "How can I help you?" he´s giving me some serious what-for about the fact that, at my "Smart Job Search Strategies" workshop he attended about six months...
- March 19, 2012
We all seek strength: in our relationships, in our bodies, and in our careers. It´s that strength that can lift you up to new levels and help you achieve your goals. Intellectual muscle can spur financial and operational ...
- February 1, 2012
“There are going to be key buzzwords on the job description that you should also incorporate into your resume,” Emanuel said. “This makes your resume more searchable in that company´s data base." Employment coach Bonnie Monych added that searching for ...
- February 1, 2012
Keeping organized during your job search is essential. You should keep track of every job for which you´ve applied or interviewed. Proper organization will help to manage the appropriate steps for a follow-up and will come in handy in...
- January 16, 2012
Temporary jobs also "help job seekers keep their skills sharp and their résumés flowing," Willingham says. 5. Be prepared to share information on paper and online. "Have not only a hard-copy résumé but a profile available that you can share...
- January 14, 2012
With the evolution of career search over the past few years, it´s good to take stock of what will make the biggest impact in landing a job this year...
- January 13, 2012
After this has been done, there are many things that you must do to stay on track throughout your search. Here are some suggestions that just might help you get the job: Recruiters are going to need access to your current information...
- January 6, 2012
When job seekers lose control of their search, they fall into a vicious cycle. They start to feel helpless, vulnerable, stressed, and like everything bad is happening only to them....
- December 24, 2011
You probably need the outside help. Only 3 percent of jobs are filled through search firms and 3 percent through ads, says Kate Wendleton, Five O´Clock´s president. 2. Gear up with a new computer. Dying for a razor-thin MacBook laptop?...
- December 18, 2011
Are you looking for a job? You´d better get your "digital brand" in order. That´s the advice of Colleen Aylward, a recruitment strategy expert, who says that your online presence is your most important job search tool...
- December 17, 2011
This book offers tips and checklists on how to organize your career, including topics such as how to organize a job search and how to keep your e-mail inbox in order. Most of us put a lot of time and effort in trying to find the right gifts for the...
TwinCities.com - December 15, 2011
If I can´t keep job seekers from stepping away in December, perhaps I can help them drop enough bread crumbs to find their way back in January. Mind you, my capitulation isn´t the same as granting permission to suspend the search. In my ideal world, ...
US News and World Report - December 3, 2011
Many communities and cities hold networking events for different industries, so be on the lookout. Remember: 80 percent or more of your job search should be spent offline! So get off the job boards and get out there. Do you have any secrets to help...
US News and World Report - October 11, 2011
Career plan stalled in the slow lane? Even though you´ve got a good resume and great job network, sometimes we forget the softer side of the hunt. Here are some good reminders. "..., helping others delivers a positive message to everyone around you. Those you help become evangelists within the local community. So consider taking a day off during your job search to help others. Want to find a job faster? Be positive...
Fox Business - October 10, 2011
Can we ever get too many tips on how to maximize our career plan? Read on....Narrow your search. Casting a wide net during your search might not bring in more fish since you won´t have the time to carefully craft customized resumes and cover letters for the positions. Applying to job openings that truly match your skills and...
