Unemployed? The First Five Things to Do
Deadlines, which seemed so crucial a few days ago, now are hard to recall. What's next? It's all about you now. You need to turn your attention away from the past and start looking at the opportunity in front of you. Here are the top five things you need to do in the first week. More ...
How to Apply For Unemployment Compensation
Unemployment compensation is money paid to people who have lost their job through no fault of their own. It's meant as temporary income to help make ends meet until they find another job. More ...
How to Make a Resume
Want to make your resume shine? Here's how to put together a resume that'll impress any employer. Plus 27 resume design tips. More ...
Employment Interviewing - The Winning Strategy!
Normally the employer will receive 50, 100 or more resumes for a job opening. The employer's goal is the cut the list down to 5 to 8 of the most qualified for one or more face-to-face interviews. So to win the job interview you have to prepare for two interviews. More ...
How to Use LinkedIn As a Tool in Your Job Search
Social networks provide new forums in which to promote and find employment. Maximizing your online presence can greatly increase your chances of finding your dream job. More ...
The Best Jobs for College Students
Having a job while still in college can prove you are a responsible individual, give you valuable references, and earn money to cover for your expenses. Here are the best jobs for college students. More ...
How Social Networking Can Help You Get a Job
It did not take employers or human resources departments long to realize that the same tools that job seekers had been using for years could be used by them to get information about prospective employees. More ...
Tackling the Transition - The Confident Navigation of a Career Change
Until recently you may have been enjoying the illusion of a secure job, only to get involuntarily thrown overboard - drifting back to the shore of resume revision while brushing up on interview skills. More ...
How to Get a U.S. Government Job
Many Federal agencies fill their jobs like private industry by allowing applicants to contact the agency directly for job information and application processing. But, while the process is similar, there are significant differences. More ...
Strategies For Dealing With Getting Terminated
Getting fired used to be something that many people figured would ruin their career. Obviously, getting fired isn't an ideal situation but it's certainly something that can be dealt with, so that you get back into the work world again quickly with a minimum of discomfort. More ...
How to Develop Your Personal Elevator Pitch
Many structured interviews, particularly those at large companies, start with a question like "tell me about yourself." Here's how to narrow your life down into a brief but relevant and professional answer. 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 ...
Why Didn't I Get The Job?
If you're like most of us, you've been on many job interviews in your life and haven't been offered a job after each one. You might have thought you did really well during the interview and that the person you spoke with really liked you. A few weeks later you get a standardized 'Dear John' letter in the mail, or perhaps you never hear from the company again. More ...
Making the Most of Your References
When searching for employment, you will find that most employers will ask for a list of your references. This may seem like a simple request to fulfill, but in actuality, choosing references should be done with care. Let's take a look at some ideas to keep in mind. More ...
