You pass a homeless person and something about him makes you want to give money. Others – you want to run away from. How similar is this to a job interview?..
Categories: Career Advice, Interview, Job Search
You interviewed for a job you really wanted. You believe you did very well. You answered all questions. You felt a good vibe. And then… they decide to pass on you. What went wrong?
Categories: Career Advice, Interview
You can think that you have a winning resume, but if it is not getting interviews, is not a winning resume. One simple question can validate your resume’s relevance.
Categories: Career Advice, Job Search, Resume Writing
A job seeker sending out hundreds of resumes is in the same shoes as a lottery player. In both cases people are betting on numbers, on chance, with no strategy.
Categories: Career Advice, Job Search
Hoping to get a job without acting on it is like having a long term career plan based on winning a lottery on a non-purchased ticket.
Categories: Career Advice, Funny, Job Search
Resume is just a tool to get you face time with the company. You could spend 12 hours a day sending it out, but unless it reaches the right person, your efforts are as good as none. Use your job search time efficiently!
Categories: Career Advice, Job Search
Looking for a job is a full-time job. You need to be organized, plan well, check your progress, and be accountable for your actions. The Job Search Job is your job!
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260 job applicants submitted their resumes to fill the position of a dog kennel assistant. Among them a few teachers, accountants, graphic designers, photographers, customer service reps, waiters and construction workers.
Categories: General, Job Search, Resume Writing, State of Economy
In addition to questions of the type “what kind of tree would you be?”, interviewers go above and beyond the traditional, expected ones. Some go as far as talking about the country of origin or literary preferences. Go figure!
If you were a tree, what kind of tree would you be? If you were a car, would you be a domestic or an import? These and other interview questions are not uncommon. How can you answer them in a manner that makes you stand out from the crowd? Read on…
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