It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Ok, maybe it’s a little bit early but the decorations have officially arrived in retail stores, so surely that counts right? Anyway, the recruitment…
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As a jobseeker, you would like to believe that a hiring manager is reading your resume thoroughly and is looking minutely as to how you would be the best fit…
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Despite what you might have heard about knowing yourself (the product) best, it rarely if ever means you are the most qualified to sell yourself on paper. Think about it—if…
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Unfortunately, it is not possible to create an effective “generic” résumé that will be truly effective in helping you land your dream job. A résumé that is not tailored towards…
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Résumés use a unique style of writing to emphasize brevity in order to maximize the reader’s time. Many people find this style of writing a bit confusing when they first…
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September is international “Update Your Resume” month! Many professionals are aware of the importance of a professional resume, but often forget to keep their resume up-to-date. A demanding career or…
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Employers looking to hire someone for a sales position want to see more than just a worker bee. Hiring managers are keeping an eye out for specific skills in the…
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Most people have never been taught how to find a job. However, research shows that the average worker only spends 4 years in a job — and you’ll have as…
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There is no “rule” that a résumé should be only one page. In fact, there are many instances when a multi-page résumé is not only appropriate, it’s expected. Length is…
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Joining a non-profit or becoming a member of a corporate board is an excellent way to boost your career. Apart from the fact that the experience will be personally rewarding,…
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Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are third-party software providers that give employers the ability to manage applications efficiently and effectively. It is also known as a talent management system that processes…
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The job search has changed over the past 10 years. So have fashion trends. But one thing that hasn’t changed in the job search process is that people will judge…
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