I have heard this statement over and over again “Find a need and fill it.” Mostly people use it to describe opening their own business, creating a product or service, or selling something. Today I’m applying it to your job search and your resume. Find what the employer needs and sell them on how you
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In these current economic conditions, opportunities to secure a new job are becoming more difficult. Having a great resume and pertinent past experience is important, but is not enough. You are just one of several other candidates who meet the specific requirements for that position. You need to gain an advantage by executing the perfect
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OK, so you’ve written your resume, you’ve done 3 versions for specific job criteria, and you’re drinking the Koolaid of sending fewer, but more targeted resumes. You’re on the right path to searching for a new job. Today’s post talks about the first tool a job seeker should consider…LinkedIn. Many readers may already be on
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Many people when faced with job hunting often find they need a cover letter just to qualify for a certain position. Unfortunately, out of frustration, many people disregard this requirement thinking if they send only a resume they will be fine. Well guess what? You just proved to the employer that you don’t follow directions,
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When you first entered the workforce, you probably didn’t anticipate the economy turning so sour. In fact, you’ve spent many years diligently promoting yourself up the career ladder and establishing a nice set of skills – only to find out your company can’t afford to keep you around any longer. So what do you do
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“It’s Not Just What You say on your resume that’s important – It’s what you don’t say, Too.” Sometimes it’s better to “zip the lip”. Firstly – just because these are free resume tips, do not make the mistake of assuming they are of little value. Creating a resume sounds like a pretty simple task
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So you’ve worked in sales a long time, perhaps for many years with the same company. Suddenly, the economy turns upside down and you find yourself out of a job. You feel that your years of experience should be a benefit, but you’re worried you might have trouble competing in a fierce job market against
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I get a lot of questions from clients about whether or not they should include a cover letter when sending in their resume. My response is “Would you consider making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich without the jelly?” The point being that the two go hand-in-hand, and unless a job position announcement specifically states
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Despite legislation prohibiting it, age is a common factor in hiring decisions. This is especially true for older workers who must combat a number of negative stereotypes, specifically that they are less energetic, enthusiastic and creative. Recruiting managers have confirmed that companies often will note that they would prefer a younger candidate. What is a
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Dealing with a job loss is something that many of us will have to do, especially in the present economical climate where new jobs are far and between and competition for new positions is fierce. The way you behave after losing employment may set you off to a bad start in a search of new
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