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Learn
the Warning Signs of Potential Job Loss
Shock. Surprise. Bewilderment. Denial. Confusion. Paralysis. Anger. Depression.
The words represent just a few of the emotions you may feel when you lose your
job. Even though others may know your fate, you’re not likely to hear about it.
Or, if the handwriting is on the wall about your department’s elimination, the
news may not actually sink in because we have an amazing ability to disregard
unpleasant facts. We define ourselves and others by the jobs we hold no matter
what our level. Any change is likely to be threatening since our real fear is
economic. How will we and our families survive?
Practice
Career Management to Avoid Career Crisis
Have you ever been caught in career crisis—sudden downsizing that finds you without
a job, without prospects for a job, and without contacts who can refer you to
jobs? Job seekers in career crisis make decisions based on fear and expediency
rather than logic and clear planning. Career management helps one avoid career
crisis.
Are
Headhunters Calling You... Or Ignoring You?
In my former life as a recruiter (also affectionately referred to as “headhunter”)
I received hundreds of resumes a week from all parts of the country. The statement
that a person’s resume gets a 15 second read is not far from the truth. In fact,
15 seconds is a generous assumption. In reality, a resume must capture the recruiter’s
attention in the first five seconds to avoid the round file. Candidates can greatly
improve their chance of catching the recruiter’s attention by following three
simple rules: use the correct format, include plenty of quantifiable accomplishments
and sprinkle liberally with appropriate keywords.
Career
Fairs -- Your Shortcut to Job Interviews
In many cities and local communities, spring is career fair season. While these
events often prove disappointing, job-seekers who understand how “work” career
fairs use these events as powerful networking sessions leading to interviews with
future employers. If you are considering attending a job fair soon, you’ll get
more out of the event by following these three rules.
Three
Common Deadly Mistakes Made In Interviews
Since no two interviews are alike, it is difficult to be prepared for what lies
ahead, but you can focus on your presentation skills, which may be even more important
than what you have to say. Three areas of performance, which should be considered
dangerous and deadly, are worth spending some time thinking about before your
next interview.
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Cover Letters for 4 Job-Search Strategies
If you are like many who have resolved to move your job search into high gear,
don’t forget the importance of the cover letter as part of your self-marketing
materials. The cover letter is essential for creating a positive first impression.
Additionally it answers questions such as:
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