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Do Your Detective Work—BEFORE the Interview!
Posted by: | CommentsYou know what kind of job you want. A sales associate. An office manager. A legal secretary.
Whichever position suits your personality and skills, you’ll have a better chance of landing it if you do a little detective work––before the interview. Learn as much as you can about the company, its goals, as well as products and services. Then during the interview, you’ll be ready to ask good questions, and to show how and why you’re ideal for the job.
How To Research
What’s an Employer Really Looking For in Your Resume?
Posted by: | CommentsMost job-seekers write their resumes with one thing in mind—themselves! They toot their own horn so loud the interviewer is blown away by the sound. The "I did this" and "I achieved that" approach is important, of course. The hiring manager wants to know what you’ve accomplished in your previous line of work and how you can benefit his or her company in the new position.
Reading Between the Lines
Kick off the New Year with an Amazing Cover Letter
Posted by: | CommentsIt’s that time again—time to usher in a brand new year. No matter what you did or didn’t do in the past, you can turn the calendar page and begin again. Start your job search fresh with a cover letter that will result in an interview for the career you’ve dreamed about.
Even in a tight economy, people are being hired every day. You can be one of them. Businesses need qualified individuals who are professionally trained, experienced, and ready to step into a wide range of jobs—from A to Z.
Deck the Hall With a Stellar Job Interview!
Posted by: | CommentsIt’s easy to get overwhelmed by the holiday buzz––shopping, decorating, gift-wrapping, over-eating, and entertaining. To avoid going over the edge, take time for some rest and reflection. Think through your goals for the new year. Then make a list, and check it twice!
I If finding new employment is on that list, remember that every great job starts with a great interview! So plan now to take stock of yourself, your presentation, your ability to express yourself, your standards for the company you work for. Use the week between Christmas and New Year’s to take strategic steps to insure a bright future.
Incredible Job Interview Techniques
Posted by: | CommentsYou received the call. You’ve been invited to show up for a job interview—the one you hoped you’d get. So now what?
More Than a Smile and a Warm Handshake
