Job hunting is hard no matter who you are or what work experience or degree you have. I have reviewed many resumes and interviewed many people so my hope was that the show would help Americans better prepare for the job hunting journey. This is the main reason that I tuned in to the […]
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There are at least a half dozen questions that have become interview standards. What is your greatest weakness is one of those questions. Do employers really want to know what your greatest weakness is or do they simply want to know if you will be honest or arrogant? Employers want to know if you
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Great interview preparation includes knowing your worth and being prepared to answer a variety of questions. Standard interview questions include: 1. What are your weaknesses? 2. Why do you want this job? 3. What do you know about our company? 4. What qualities do you think are necessary to make a success of this
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Many companies have moved away from paper applications and request that applications and resumes are submitted online. Submitting your resume in person can be a valuable job hunting strategy with positive outcomes. Although some employers may be too busy to speak with your or others may think this job strategy is too aggressive or
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I’ve seen many resumes, cover letter, and emails from job seekers. I have to admit that some make me very sad but assure me of the value of my Get Hired Cover Letter and Resume Critique service. If you have not had a second pair of eyes on your cover letter and resume now is
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Technology and social media have had a major impact on the job search process. Although many job seekers have been disqualified from the applicant pool because of negative images, comments, or posts that live in infamy in cyberspace, savvy job hunters use technology to their advantage. Here are three ways to use technology to
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One of the most important considerations for a job is the salary. Salary talk can be scary and tricky. How much money should you ask for? Don’t give a salary that is too low or that is outrageously high. One wrong move and you can sell yourself short or eliminate yourself from the applicant
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A professional portfolio is more than a holder of your career documents or a conversation starter at on an interview. The process of developing your professional portfolio is just as important as the final product. Building a career portfolio can be enlightening, entertaining, and encouraging. The portfolio development process facilitates increase/improvement in 5 key
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Managing Up You’ve likely heard the career term “managing up” but what does it really mean? The process of managing up includes being aware of your supervisor’s needs and preferences and intentionally performing your job in a way that increases their likelihood of success. Although appropriately managing up should result in a mutually beneficial
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