A talented career consultant can be an excellent investment for those who have established careers and want to take them in a new direction. Particularly in cases of downsizing, rapid industry change, or even the gradual decline of a field, the consultant offers an important resource for those in transition. What They Do Consultants objectively
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Since we are moving toward becoming a paperless society the question often comes up in the context of job searching, whether or not cover letters are still necessary. The short answer is yes. Typically, when attempting to get the nod by an employer that you are to be hired there are three initial doors through
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Do you know how much your personality type matters in career testing? There are so many different industries and career paths to choose from, determining your aptitude for certain tasks really helps narrow your search. However, while you’re thinking so hard about what you’re good at, don’t forget to consider your personality type. We all
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Supposedly the economy is getting better, but it’s going to take a long time to get where we need to be. As of April 1, 2011, the unemployment rate is at 8.8%. That means 13.5 million people are without jobs! Unfortunately, jobs are not being created. Instead, many companies are finding ways to have their
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Regardless of how unhappy they are, people are always afraid to move jobs. Though the odds of success may be higher at another company, it is the uncertainty that clouds their judgment. I have seen candidates wait out an impending lay-off just to keep some glimmer of hope that it may not come. If you
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There is no Series 7 of recruiting, and yet the industry has the potential to be as lucrative as the field of finance. Even though experts believe that the staffing business dates back to ancient Egypt, it did not get rolling in its modern form until WWII, when a shortage of male workers became a
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Did you realize that nearly all hiring managers pre-rank candidates before they’ve interviewed even one? If you’re the top candidate before interviews, then it’s basically your job to lose. So how can you position yourself as the top candidate? It takes a lot of planning, and takes into account all 4 audiences of your resume.
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