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Job Search

Does Following Up With Employers Really Matter?

June 9, 2015 /

Does following up with a potential employer really help your chances of getting the job? Absolutely. Whether you’ve applied for a job and have not heard back, or you’ve just had your initial phone or in-person interview, a follow-up note or e-mail is not just a thoughtful gesture—it’s a strategic move that will set you…

How Important Is Social Media in the Job Search Process?

June 4, 2015 /

How important is social media to your job search? In a word … extremely! Your personal and professional social media presences can make or break your chances at finding, applying for, and getting the job you’re after. Now, you’ve no doubt already read all of the “Do’s and Don’ts” for conducting yourself on Facebook, Twitter,…

Job Search Wisdom: What to Do Before You Quit Your Job

May 26, 2015 /

Whether you’ve accepted an offer from another company or you’re leaving your current employer so that you can devote more time to hunting for a better position, there are a few things you should (and shouldn’t) do before you resign. None of us can see the future, and you never know when you might need…

What Do Employers Look for in Entry-Level Employees?

May 12, 2015 /

Whether you’ve just graduated from college or you’re making a career change, looking for an entry-level position in your field can be daunting. It doesn’t have to be, though. If you have a good understanding of the things that employers expect and want from entry-level employees, you’ll know how you can represent yourself to show…

Applying for a Job? Answer These Questions First

May 7, 2015 /

All too often, when people start the job hunt, they want to get as many applications as possible out there as quickly as possible. While getting your résumé in front of the decision makers at your preferred companies is a great way to get a job you’ll love, just blindly applying for every job posting…

Where Should You Start Your Job Search?

May 5, 2015 /

You hear it over and over again. People say things like, “There are just no jobs out there!” And, “No one’s hiring for the kind of position I want.” Most of the time, when people say things like this, it’s because they aren’t looking in all the right places. They think that all available jobs…