How to Get a Job
Whether you're looking for your very first job, switching careers, or re-entering the job market after an extended absence, finding a job whittles down to two main tasks: understanding yourself and understanding the job market. More ...
Make a Dynamic First Impression During Your Job Interview
From the moment you walk through the door the interviewer is forming an opinion of you and how you present yourself will have a substantial impact on whether or not you're hired. These tips will help you make a dynamic first impression at your next job interview. More ...
Questionaire - Does Your Job Suck?
Does your job really suck, or are you just a lazy whiner? To learn the truth, be totally honest when you answer the questions below. No information from this questionaire is saved. No data goes back to the server. I take no responsibility for the actions you take as a result of this questionaire. More ...
Job Interview Tips From a Human Resources Director
This transcript from our 'Effective Interview Techniques' offers observations by a Director of Human Resources for a major international company. Her outlook from 'the other side of the desk' helps job seekers plan and prepare for their interviews. Here's what she has to say. More ...
Making the Most of a Job Fair
Before the Job Fair find out what businesses will be there. The more information you can gather beforehand, the more successful the job fair is going to be for you. Find out what businesses are going to be at the job fair, and spend some time doing some research about them. More ...
How to Wear a Suit
Whether you need to wear a suit on a daily basis or just for a job interview, it is important that you know how to dress properly. More ...
Staffing Agencies - Just What Do They Do?
Staffing agencies, or employment agencies - sometimes known as head hunters, offer you the ability to get maximum exposure to a host of corporations who are constantly on the look out for new talent. More ...
Seven Tips on How to Make a Good Resume
It's the question on almost every job seeker's list: How to make a good resume? After all, if your resume is no good, it won't get past the Human Resources department and you won't get a chance to shine at the job interview. More ...
How to Write a Resume - Objective vs. Summary Statements
It's hard to write a resume. Most of us are not 'born salespeople'. We are taught from childhood that it's not polite to brag about ourselves it's no wonder that when you're asked to 'sell yourself' on a resume you freeze up like a deer in the headlights. More ...
Choosing the Best Format for Your Resume
When formulating a resume, it is important that a job applicant follow standard business procedures. By doing so, the applicant shows that he or she is accustomed to working in a professional, success-oriented environment. While you may be able to add your own personal touch to your resume, it is best if you present a resume that is in one of the following formats: chronological, functional, or a combination of the two. More ...
How to Address Gaps in Your Employment History
In this article you will find tips on how to confidently answer prospective employers about the reasons for any gaps in your employment history. More ...
The Ins and Outs of Apprenticeship Programs
Apprenticeship programs are created to assist young people in gaining the knowledge, qualifications and competence needed to progress into the workplace within their chosen industry or career path. More ...
Unemployment - A Golden Opportunity
When I was unemployed, I did the only thing that I could do - besides keep looking for a job. I made myself more valuable. That is right; I became more valuable while I was unemployed. How did I do that? I increased my education. More ...
The Job Interview Pep Talk - How to Psych Yourself Up Before the Big Day
One of the next hurdles in navigating your personal career path is the job interview. Consider this article a mini refresher course and pep talk to get you going! Here are a few thoughts to file under 'Why I Don't Need to be Nervous on Interview Day'. More ...
