Archive for January 2013
New hiring report and what it means to the job seeker
Payroll giant, ADP, said Wednesday, January 30, that December hiring was 192,000 jobs, higher than the government’s estimate. All the hiring occurred in small to medium sized companies. Firms with 49 or fewer employees hired 115,000 people, while firms 50 to 499 people created 79,000 jobs in December. In contrast, large firms, 500 or more…
Read MoreGreat Jobs for 2013 – The Ones the Big Lists Don’t Talk About
If you take the time to look through the “Best Jobs of 2013” lists, you will see systems analysts, engineers and lots of computer jobs. The predictions are for folks with advanced degrees to do very well. But for those of us without degrees, we should not despair. We need to recognize the one thing…
Read More15 Deadly But Often-Made Resume Blunders to Avoid
There are many articles on this topic, but this list seems to cover all the things for an awesome resume. continue reading
Read MoreEasy rules to keep the job you have
Some people will keep the same job for decades. Others can’t seem to hold a job for more than a couple of months. If you are one of these people who can’t hold a job and don’t know why, here’s a partial list of ways to stay out of trouble. This list is based on…
Read MoreHow To Act When Headhunters Call You
“For many individuals the prospect of being approached by a headhunter could be a terrifying one. For a start, the experience is an unannounced one – more often than not the headhunter will call a potential candidate out of the blue.” continue reading
Read More5 Ways to Stand Out During Your Job Search in 2013
“With 17% of American businesses planning to hire new workers in the first three months of 2013, job seekers should be prepared to go the extra mile when it comes to standing out to potential employers. This means tossing out your generic resume, strengthening your networking and getting a little creative.” continue reading
Read MoreVolunteering Is Great For Your Career
Times are tough. You’re having trouble finding work. You have a HUGE employment gap. You need to build your resume. And then there’s the secret rule most employers won’t tell you: Bosses prefer to hire someone who is already working. The best way to make sure that your employment gap doesn’t become a Grand Canyon…
Read More13 Mistakes To Avoid In Job Interviews
“The drum is beating for a new job in 2013. It’s up to you to make it happen, and it’s not as hard as you may think. Simple steps make all the difference, especially when it comes to successful interviews. Avoid these killer interview mistakes and you’ll be that much closer to a new job.”…
Read MoreThe Art Of Setting Realistic Career Goals – Careers Articles
“At the start of each year, New Year’s resolutions are made. Some goals are kept, while many more are forgotten. Yet making resolutions can be beneficial if they are realistic, they allow for some flexibility and a plan is put in place to achieve them.” continue reading
Read MoreTop ten New Year’s resolution for the job seeker
If you are looking for work or just looking to change jobs, there resolutions can be your key to starting 2013 ready for all the opportunities the new year can bring. 1) Get your resume in order – The first resolution for this year is to get your resume up to date and looking great.…
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