When you are looking for a job, you need to have a resume and a cover letter. Many people put a lot of work into their resume but put together a cover letter that is sloppy and incoherent. Any job that pays the big bucks will require
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Every social media platform has something that makes it special. Twitter has its short-form posts that go up like flares, then fade just as quickly. Tumblr is a collection of microblogs, each with their own, special page. Facebook is where you go to keep in touch with
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You are often given only one critical opportunity to impress a potential boss: the first interview. If you fail to convince the employer you are a good hiring choice at this juncture, there is no other chance. Learn a few specific strategies for giving great interview
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The perfect resume is a well crafted document that will make it past the scrutiny of an ATS (applicant tracking system) and get you the all important interview that will move your career in the right direction. Here are some quick resume tips to help you present yourself in the best light
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Making a living can be tough especially if you are a single parent. Whether you are a single mother or a single father, there are special career considerations when looking for a job after a major life change. You Are Not Alone According to statistics from The
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No matter what industry you’re exploring or what position you’re seeking, employers value certain qualities or “soft skills” in their team members. When they interview you, they look for these qualities above and beyond your professional skill set. If you can demonstrate these soft skills in your next
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Veterans bring a unique blend of maturity, loyalty, and leadership to a workplace. The women and men who have served in the military know how to work as part of a team toward a common goal. They understand, more clearly than most, that work brings its
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The interview is the crucial bridge between all the work you did to get it and actually getting it. They can be stressful as a result! You can cut down significantly on stress if you prepare for an interview the right way. Here 8 interview tips:
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It’s the lowest unemployment rate in a decade! Baby boomers are finally retiring. Employers can’t find the talent they need and jobs stay vacant for months, reducing productivity and negatively affecting morale. Poor morale means employees look for work elsewhere—and they’re finding it. It’s a candidate
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When seeking career advancement or a new job, you are likely confronting a lot of competition. What are you doing to stand out from the crowd? Depending on the position, many recruiters and employers are using the Internet as a preliminary background check, looking for publicly available information. Today, most
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