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Nothing About a Job Is Absolutely Perfect. Are You a Dinosaur or a Cockroach?

October 4, 2012 /

What an illustration, right? I almost can’t believe I’m about to share this, but I heard it the other day, and I thought: what a remarkable notion and weird analogy … so I thought, wow! our readers might get a kick out of this … In life, nothing is perfect—and how true this can be…

Becoming an Irreplaceable Employee – 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Today

September 27, 2012 /

Is there a way to become the type of employee that your employer just can’t afford to let go? Is it possible for you to know so much that your employer would do anything to avoid losing you? Here are seven question you can ask yourself—and also use to evaluate yourself as an employee—to determine…

5 Things Every Prospective Employer Wants to Hear

September 24, 2012 /

Ever wonder what a potential boss wants to hear in an interview? What exactly can you say that will increase your chances of receiving a job offer? I recently heard some great advice that lined up with my previous experience as a human resources manager, and so I thought I would share this great advice…

Find Out Why You Were Rejected From a Job With These Tips

September 18, 2012 /

Leaving an interview knowing that you did not do everything in your power to get it can be demoralizing. But, it’s also a learning experience. What went wrong? How can I correct this problem? What is holding me back? There are some things you should examine about your resume and how you showcase yourself. Here…

Should I Include Salary Requirements on My Cover Letter, Resume, or Application When Asked?

September 11, 2012 /

I recently found myself baffled. Yes, baffled. I placed an ad with a prominent, industry-related newsletter seeking a few new, talented, certified resume writers to add to our team. One of the requirements of the application submission included submitting a few samples of previous work the writers had completed—and also a request that they submit…

I Have a Great Resume. Now What Do I Do With It?

September 4, 2012 /

Job searching needs to be a diversified effort. You can’t put all your eggs in one basket. And many people believe the only way to job search these days is to go online, post their resume to a job board, and spend time searching through the job boards looking for openings. Yes, this is a…