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Category: Strategies for Unemployed


Reinvigorate your job search

- February 6, 2012

Too many applicants spend too much time behind their computers reviewing job postings instead of researching the companies they want to work for and networking with people who can help them get there. "The reality of it is, a lot of jobs are not posted...

5 steps to help get out of an unemployment rut

- January 29, 2012

One mistake that derails many job seekers before they even start the search is setting abstract goals that are too large for them to conquer, said Purdy. He said goals such as "getting a new job" or "getting a promotion" would be better served if...

10 Deadly Mistakes that Kill Your Job Search

- January 28, 2012

Does this make you wonder? Go ahead and check out this article to see what you may be overlooking. If your job search has started to gather dust and cobwebs, it´s time to see if you might be making any of these common job search mistakes...

Smiling through my panic

- January 27, 2012

For the Camera The holiday season took my mind off my job search for a while. Now that the holidays are over, I am panicked. I am running out of cash, and ready to accept any job anyone would offer me. I´ve had two job interviews since the...

3 Job Search Strategies to Help Maintain Your Sanity

- January 20, 2012

In the present state of the economy, it is important to know that change is inevitable and here are job search strategies to help you. They are good reminders of the basic ways to stay on track and keep your confidence up...

Twelve tips to help you land a new job in 2012

- January 18, 2012

If your resolution is to find a job and you want to be the candidate that stands out and gets the job offer, then here are 12 tips to follow. Remember networking isn´t always about asking for something. It´s about learning about your contact and sharing...

10 job search tips for 2012

- 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...

4 Easy Ways to Stay On Top of Your Job Search

- 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...

Strategies for improving job search

- January 11, 2012

... or be prepared to do the research and learn successful tips on your own." "The convenience of technology has transformed how we work, play and communicate -- consequently, it has become very easy to handle 100 percent of your job search from a ...

Balancing a criminal record and a resume

- January 11, 2012

What do you recommend he do as far as his resume is concerned or to improve his chances of getting an interview? A: Employers don´t take kindly to those who must check "yes" next to the "Have you ever been convicted of a felony?" box...

10 resume ‘buzzwords’ can sink prospects

- January 7, 2012

So while people think that being “creative” sounds good, it more likely will push a resume to the bottom of the pile. In some cases, it can even make a positively bad impression. “I don´t think there´s too many people looking for creative accountants...

Pursuing honesty in your job search

- December 29, 2011

For example, does it really matter if we´re honest in our job search? Who would it harm if we weren´t? And who would know? Rather than dive into areas where my training can´t help me, let me say this: The ethics of dis/honesty in job search is a matter...

Positive attitude could help with job search

- December 29, 2011

http://www.newsday.com/classifieds/jobs/positive-attitude-could-help-with-job-search-1.3351400...

December Job Hunt Tips

- December 16, 2011

Finding a job during the holiday season may be easier than you think! Bust the holiday job-search myths, and find your next job. Do you have a tip for job hunting during the winter months? Tell us in the comments below. December is typically a busy...

Working Strategies / If you're taking a break, do it right

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, ...

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