Today’s hiring managers are looking for more than just transferable skills. They want to know about the duties you performed at your previous jobs, but they are also interested in hearing about your accomplishments. You need to ensure that you are prepared to discuss these successes during an interview. But try and make them relevant to the … [Read more...]
Social Media: A help or hindrance in the job market
Searching for a job in today’s market is significantly different then it was 20 years ago, or even 10 years ago. Job opportunities are easily searched using the internet, through job sites and professional social media sites. These avenues make searching for your next job very easy and quick. However, there can be a downside to having such … [Read more...]
Moving Forward in the New Year
Well, we have entered a new year. January is typically the month when we look at all the ways we can change and improve. We make New Year’s resolutions in an attempt to start fresh. Beginning a new year motivates us to create other “new” events in our life – relationships, hobbies, volunteer activities and even careers. It makes us stop and … [Read more...]
Season’s Greetings
Holiday Greetings This can be a very busy time of year, with shopping, Christmas parties, visiting friends and family, and doing all of those things that come with the holidays. As you move through the season, I’d like to remind everyone to enjoy the little things that make this time of year so special; time spent with loved ones, laughing … [Read more...]
Tips For Job Searching
What do you focus on when you’re applying for a job? Do you consider what your perspective employer is looking for? The following are a few points to keep in mind as you work through the job application process: Leave pessimism at the door – Members of the selection committee can sense a defeatist attitude. Show the board that you are … [Read more...]
Are you Qualified for the Job?
What do you do if you see a job advertisement but you don’t have all of the education or experience required? Do you apply anyway, and hope they won’t notice? If your work experience has been mainly in the retail industry, and you decide to apply for a computer programming position, in all likelihood, there will be more than enough qualified … [Read more...]
Answering Interview Questions
There are many different types of interviews to which you may be invited, from an informal “get to know you and learn about the job” type of discussion, to a very formal, structured question and answer interview. Regardless of the type, there are certain parameters which should be followed. Answer each question like you are writing a … [Read more...]
Tailoring your Cover Letter
There are three general types of cover letters: Application Letter: Used when applying for an advertised job opening Prospecting Letter: Used when applying or inquiring about potential positions Networking Letter: Used when introducing yourself and requesting information as you continue with your job search Application … [Read more...]
Challenging Cover Letters
Are you finding it difficult to write a detailed cover letter because you simply do not have a lot of work experience? Often times, when you are starting to build your career, you may find that putting together a cover letter, to accompany your resume, can be very challenging, simply because you do not have enough employment history. But don’t … [Read more...]
Cover Letters
Writing a cover letter can seem like a daunting task. It can be very basic, stating that you are submitting your resume for consideration and highlighting some of your strengths and attributes. Or, ideally, it is a more detailed document that introduces you on a more personal level to your perspective employer. Either way, it is the first … [Read more...]
