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We hear so much these days about having a good social media presence, and no truer than if you are in the hunt for a job. We know that LinkedInd is one that not only recruiters but HR and hiring managers check but what about your other social media presences, such as Facebook. My personal …
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We all know that the majority of companies want you to submit an online application or to upload your resume (or both); they are scanned through an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to see how your skills, experiences, education and the like are a match to the job you are applying for. From the feedback I've …
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Now that we are entering the last two months of the year, there will be a lot of activity going on with the holidays fast approaching. While you may be planning your holiday fare and making your lists for gift buying and decorating, it might be time for you to think about adding a new …
Since we're now in the beginning of the New Year, I thought I'd repost tips from when I was interviewed last January for an article in the Orlando Sun Newspaper. I hope these may help you to get serious about your career search or for reving up your career: 1. Set the intention – decide on what …
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I don't know if it was the recent moon phenomena we experienced or my bad luck, but I had yet another computer crash. This time, my operating system stopped working. No virus found so no explanation for it stopping. You can imagine my panic but this time it was not for my data- I smartened …
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Traditionally, the holidays are a time of great preparation as you are busy decorating your house with lights and ornaments, buying presents for those on your list, or baking goodies for the holiday meal. It is a time of parties and get-togethers with family and friends. It would seem that with all of this activity it …
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In an earlier post, I talked about doing the work in planning your career. If you are unemployed and looking for a job, you need to be able to answer the question if you are doing the work that it takes. It is tough out there but not impossible to find a job. But it …
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I am a guest blogger on the site The Work at Home Woman - here is the link to my latest article. Hope you find it useful - let me know if you find it helpful! http://www.theworkathomewoman.com/how-persistence-can-help-you-in-your-job-search-and-in-your-life/
I see it over and over again - job seekers feeling confused and frustrated that they can't find a job because they are only focusing on the money they will make. While pay and benefits are important, they are not the only factors to consider when searching for a job. You have to think about …
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If you have been umployed for longer than 3 months, you need to find a career coach - and fast! Here are some benefits: 1. they can help you to regain composure when you feel thrust into unemployment and help you to regain your equilibrium 2. they can help you become focused and to set …
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