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When one goes for an interview, the potential employer has no
idea of who the applicant is. In some cases, the person applied
to the ad while others used a headhunter or job site on the
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OK. You're anxious to get as much exposure as possible. Nothing
wrong with that. But the electronic resume and one of those job
websites is definitely NOT the way to go . . . at least if you
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What if a recruiter called you today? Would you be ready to jump on the opportunity she offers you? If not, you could lose the chance to better your career, as jobs go FAST in this competitive marke (read
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Jobseekers often ask me what the difference is between a "standard" resume and a telecommute resume. So I have compiled this short article to explain those differences.1. Telecommute resumes have to s (read
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Having your resume on a web site can be a real advantage. For some,
it is just the right tool to say "Hey, I'm up to speed on
technology." So if you are in the computer field or
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The employment meeting went extremely well. The interviewer was impressed with your abilities; you answered the questions superbly; and you were able (read
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There are several factors that are essential to a strong resume.>>>>>>>>>>>>VISUAL APPEAL (read
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One of the unfortunate realities of the job search process is often, people who are a good fit for a job get passed over because of an inadequate resu (read
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Last week I wrote about the importance of being proactive in the job search process. In today's market you must sell yourself just as if you were a sa (read
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Finding a work at home job is not easy. The field is very competitive, and it can take months to land a job. You can improve your chances by having a (read
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There are several types of online resume formats that can be used when contacting potential employers. When you search for job openings online, some c (read
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If you haven't looked for a job recently, there are new tactics that hiring professionals are using that you should be aware of before updating your r (read
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You may have considered going to a resume writer to get your resume revamped. Resume writers are great and most of them produce resumes that are bette (read
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Involuntary career breaks, or dare we say it, ˜unemployment', can often be a frightening situation for anyone to be in. After the initial shock of une (read
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Some experts say NEVER bother with resume objectives.While others say they should be an essential element onevery resume.So, how do yo (read
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Your resume (or curriculum vitae), combined with the coverletter, are the master keys to opening the prospectiveemployer's mind and door so th (read
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The easiest way to write you own resume is by using a resume template. Don't waste time trying re-inventing the wheel. Using a resume template which h (read
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A resume is not meant to be your life story. You do not have to bare your soul and share every ugly detail of your work history. Your resume is your p (read
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Knowing when the chronological versus the functional resume format works best is crucial to creating a powerful resume. There are 3 main type (read
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The Computer-Friendly ResumeThe evolution of technology is changing the traditional methods for job searching and recruiting. More and more co (read
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Employers and recruiters receive hundreds of resumes for every position they are trying to fill. To select their shortlist of candidates to interview, (read
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Resume writing is an art. You will have to master this art in order to land up with a plum job. Your resume must be your unique masterpiece. Resume wr (read
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Job-hunting is not the most exciting thing in the world but you can make it easier. The key is organization. Keep a record of companies you have appli (read
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You are looking for a job and you are out to land the job of a lifetime. It can happen! Before you consider want ads, job websites, or making inquirie (read
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Maybe your children are now in school and you'd like to go back to work. Or maybe finances are tight and you want to contribute. Or maybe you just re (read
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HOW TO WRITE A BETTER RÉSUMÉINTRODUCTIONThere are as many opinions on the subject of resumes as there are job seekers! Some of the mor (read
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After creating the perfect resume, you then need todistribute it. You'll likely be sending some professionallyprinted hard copies, especially (read
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There's no such thing as a bad job market, only bad marketing. Know how to turn a frustrating job search into a satisfying career find? You've (read
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DOES YOUR RESUME HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SURVIVE THE FIRST CUT?By Ruth AndersonVANTAGE POINT Coaching & ConsultingTo be a succes (read
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You're just getting over the shock of having become unemployed. You know you need to begin a job search, but you may not know the best way to proceed, (read
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Take the jobseeker in Alabama who, knowing that his IQ was far above average and that in the course of his life had learned valuable skills allowing h (read
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Having 200-300 CVs or resumes to analyse, a tight schedule, and probably working late, an employer's or recruiting manager's approach is to scan the h (read
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When you read your resume out loud, does it sound like a history report? Even with many adjectives the theme can surprisingly sound repetitive. (read
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A new grad sent an inquiry about using LinkedIn in her job search - here's the answer, in the form of a letter to my young friend. Take a look, and see how LinkedIn can help in your own job search!Dea (read
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Your resume must be better than anything your competitors have to offer if you are going to get an interview. A well-written resume generates phone calls. Those phone calls are from prospective empl (read
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Want to get a great job? Then......look like everybody else...blend in...fly under the radarIf you think that's a good strategy, I have a bridge to sell you.There are good lessons to learn from sample (read
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Most people think the job search process begins when they need a job. No!Your job search starts now, regardless of where you are in your career, regardless of how happy you think you are at your curre (read
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People have asked me often how to write a resume, or how to write a good resume, or what sets good resumes apart.I always give the same answer.Great resumes, the only kind you ever want to have if you (read
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My father taught me a good life lesson. You get what you pay for.I'm sure you can get a resume for cheap. I know without doubt that it's possible to write your own resume and get a great job with it.I (read
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If you've read much of anything at Job Search Guidepost, it should come as no surprise that I recommend getting professional help in your job search.Resume writing is a place where most people need he (read
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You may think it is, but your resume isn't really about you at all.In fact, you aren't even the subject of the document.Sure, without you there wouldn't BE at a resume, but that's not the point. Anybo (read
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We’ll now take a good look at how to build the heading, job objectives, summary of qualifications, and work history sections of a résumé.It really goes without saying that it’s vital to build a résumé (read
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1. Determine what you are trying to accomplish.Make sure you have a clear goal in mind. Hiring managers are too busy to try to figure out what you want to accomplish.Writing a general, one-size fits a (read
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It’s amazing what a well-written and nicely presented résumé can do for your job search. Before you send yours out, follow this checklist to ensure you are sending out an excellent quality representat (read
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For the person crafting their first résumé the task can seem a little bit daunting, even a bit frightening. Human Resources [HR] specialists, résumé writing professionals, school advisors, and even fr (read
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Do these sound familiar?“I worked for…”
“My responsibilities were…”
“My duties included…”Does a prospective employer care about what you “did for other companies”? Of course they do, but that doesn (read
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As children we often used to read stories where magical words can open caves filled with treasures or magicians using words like abracadabra... sim sim.. and magically things appear out of thin air.R (read
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You don't write a resume every day. Not even every month or year, most likely. So you can't be expected to do it flawlessly every time, right? After all, you're not a professional.Well, I am.My team a (read
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For some job opening, employers receive
hundreds and even thousands of resumes.
When you are looking for a job, how
can you best promote yourself? How
can you convince a prospective employer
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