May
11
Job Hunting Site
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Mario Churchill asked:
Those who graduate from college are among the thousands of people who are looking for work. This doesn’t yet include those who have quit the current jobs or have been laid off due to budget cuts so the competition is tough.
Many applicants will look for work by sifting through the classified ads in the newspaper. Most companies use the Internet nowadays because it reaches a larger market. The firm can make a tie up with a job site or decide to put ads on the official website.
The person can become a member for free or pay a certain fee. Members can get alerts if there is a job out there that matches one’s work experience. These may come in daily or weekly via the phone or through email.
Those who want to respond to the matches can immediately send the resume to the potential company. It will also be a good idea to add a cover letter to make the application very formal.
Some sites even give the individual the option to let recruiters view one’s resume. After the applicant has applied for a certain job, there is a status section so that the person will know if the recruiter has reviewed this or it has been rejected.
The applicant can use the major search engines to be able to find these job sites. It will be a good idea to be a member of at least two or three to get a lot of exposure.
Most job sites will require the person to fill some personal details. It is only after this has been completed that the newbie can upload the resume. The member also has the option to put a pic in the website so that recruiters will have an idea how the applicant looks like.
There is another kind of job hunting site that could be very useful. This is called a blast resume wherein an attachment of the applicant’s application is sent randomly to various companies in the hopes of getting interviewed for a job.
Is it effective? Some people say yes while others do not agree. This is because it sometimes reaches the wrong companies and no one with those types of qualification are needed in the workforce.
Of course, the end justifies the means. So, those who are still looking for work should use whatever resources there are to land a job and get paid for doing something that the person is good at.
To date, there are more than 10 job sites that people can view in the Internet. Is there one site that does the better over the others? The answer is no because some specialize in a certain field while others have a broad base which caters to workers from different fields.
Some of these job sites offer opportunities in other states or countries. Those who are thinking of moving somewhere else to start over can check these out and then send an application.
The applicant should be aware that there are other people who may be more or under qualified vying for the same position. The person should just hope that the credentials one has is sufficient enough to the company’s standards to be able to get the job.
If the company doesn’t call back, the only thing anyone can do is wait for a call from another recruiter.
Mignonne
Those who graduate from college are among the thousands of people who are looking for work. This doesn’t yet include those who have quit the current jobs or have been laid off due to budget cuts so the competition is tough.
Many applicants will look for work by sifting through the classified ads in the newspaper. Most companies use the Internet nowadays because it reaches a larger market. The firm can make a tie up with a job site or decide to put ads on the official website.
The person can become a member for free or pay a certain fee. Members can get alerts if there is a job out there that matches one’s work experience. These may come in daily or weekly via the phone or through email.
Those who want to respond to the matches can immediately send the resume to the potential company. It will also be a good idea to add a cover letter to make the application very formal.
Some sites even give the individual the option to let recruiters view one’s resume. After the applicant has applied for a certain job, there is a status section so that the person will know if the recruiter has reviewed this or it has been rejected.
The applicant can use the major search engines to be able to find these job sites. It will be a good idea to be a member of at least two or three to get a lot of exposure.
Most job sites will require the person to fill some personal details. It is only after this has been completed that the newbie can upload the resume. The member also has the option to put a pic in the website so that recruiters will have an idea how the applicant looks like.
There is another kind of job hunting site that could be very useful. This is called a blast resume wherein an attachment of the applicant’s application is sent randomly to various companies in the hopes of getting interviewed for a job.
Is it effective? Some people say yes while others do not agree. This is because it sometimes reaches the wrong companies and no one with those types of qualification are needed in the workforce.
Of course, the end justifies the means. So, those who are still looking for work should use whatever resources there are to land a job and get paid for doing something that the person is good at.
To date, there are more than 10 job sites that people can view in the Internet. Is there one site that does the better over the others? The answer is no because some specialize in a certain field while others have a broad base which caters to workers from different fields.
Some of these job sites offer opportunities in other states or countries. Those who are thinking of moving somewhere else to start over can check these out and then send an application.
The applicant should be aware that there are other people who may be more or under qualified vying for the same position. The person should just hope that the credentials one has is sufficient enough to the company’s standards to be able to get the job.
If the company doesn’t call back, the only thing anyone can do is wait for a call from another recruiter.
Mignonne
May
9
How to Avoid Scams at Job Hunting Websites
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IC asked:
If you have been looking for a job on websites which are known to provide good references between employers and employees then you have definitively seen some job positions which sound more like advertisements, they often promise compensation which is hard to believe and have no direct phone contact, instead they redirect you to a sign up page or to a sales page which is 14 miles long.
The reason you see these “fake jobs” at job hunting sites is because they work very well with the prospects who visit these sites who are genuinely interested in a good career opportunity. Recently there has been an increase in “business opportunities” at these sites which promise to make you this much money in almost no time. This is often a red flag which should tell you this particular “job” is not real and you should stay away from it.’
I had a recent experience with a friend who told me there was a great business opportunity at a job oriented website which involved making money with rebates. My friend was really excited about the idea because the website which had a huge sales letter promised people they would make a six figure income within their first year, and when you are looking for a job such flashy claims can turn things in your head upside down. The fact is that the idea is legit, but the website wanted to charge people about $200 dollars for extra advice in order to receive specific information about the business/career.
On top of that, it also had an SSL (hot linked) logo which indicated the site was secure and a 100% money back guarantee. There is a problem with all of these claims which are placed on such sites to claim they are legitimate businesses, when it comes to money back guarantees you need to make sure you can get a hold of the people you are dealing with, this site had no contact information other than an email address which is also a red flag.
Real jobs do not charge you an up front fee in order to disclose information which will help you perform your duties, nor real businesses. If you are in between jobs and are seriously considering starting your own business then it is imperative that you do a complete research about the business you are trying to start, make a good business plan and don’t let other people fool you with false promises and guarantees. Good working businesses are not sold cheap, so it is obvious that if someone knows of a business which makes them money they will not want to create competition for their own which is another indication that the business idea you are being sold on doesn’t work or may not be legitimate.
Cassandre
If you have been looking for a job on websites which are known to provide good references between employers and employees then you have definitively seen some job positions which sound more like advertisements, they often promise compensation which is hard to believe and have no direct phone contact, instead they redirect you to a sign up page or to a sales page which is 14 miles long.
The reason you see these “fake jobs” at job hunting sites is because they work very well with the prospects who visit these sites who are genuinely interested in a good career opportunity. Recently there has been an increase in “business opportunities” at these sites which promise to make you this much money in almost no time. This is often a red flag which should tell you this particular “job” is not real and you should stay away from it.’
I had a recent experience with a friend who told me there was a great business opportunity at a job oriented website which involved making money with rebates. My friend was really excited about the idea because the website which had a huge sales letter promised people they would make a six figure income within their first year, and when you are looking for a job such flashy claims can turn things in your head upside down. The fact is that the idea is legit, but the website wanted to charge people about $200 dollars for extra advice in order to receive specific information about the business/career.
On top of that, it also had an SSL (hot linked) logo which indicated the site was secure and a 100% money back guarantee. There is a problem with all of these claims which are placed on such sites to claim they are legitimate businesses, when it comes to money back guarantees you need to make sure you can get a hold of the people you are dealing with, this site had no contact information other than an email address which is also a red flag.
Real jobs do not charge you an up front fee in order to disclose information which will help you perform your duties, nor real businesses. If you are in between jobs and are seriously considering starting your own business then it is imperative that you do a complete research about the business you are trying to start, make a good business plan and don’t let other people fool you with false promises and guarantees. Good working businesses are not sold cheap, so it is obvious that if someone knows of a business which makes them money they will not want to create competition for their own which is another indication that the business idea you are being sold on doesn’t work or may not be legitimate.
Cassandre
May
8
Umbra1113 asked:
I am going to be graduating from College in May, and was wondering when would be a good time to start my job search and start sending resumes to companies. How far in advance do most companies hire employees? I don’t want to waste the time of recruiters by sending out my resumes in December if they don’t typically start thinking about June hires until April.
Constanta
I am going to be graduating from College in May, and was wondering when would be a good time to start my job search and start sending resumes to companies. How far in advance do most companies hire employees? I don’t want to waste the time of recruiters by sending out my resumes in December if they don’t typically start thinking about June hires until April.
Constanta
May
4
Job Hunting - 9 Easy Steps to a Winning Cv Resume
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Robert Paterson asked:
Do you want to get a head start in the job hunting market? Your cv resume is your most important asset. No matter how brilliant or highly qualified you might be, if your resume is not up to the mark, you will get rejected. Follow these 9 easy steps to make a resume that will give you the edge over your rivals.
1. Keep it simple
Don’t try to impress with anything fancy or complicated. You have probably about five seconds to make your impression on the reader - if you try to be too clever, your cv will get trashed.
2. Be straight
Don’t try to be witty or humorous. You might be tempted to make a joke to show that you’ll be “one of the guys” when you start the job, but it’s best to just confine yourself to being as factual as possible.
3. Never criticize former employers.
It might be very tempting to justify your reasons for leaving a previous job by slagging the employer to make you look good. Remember that if you do this the prospective employer is much more likely to put themselves in the position of the former employer, and to think that you might be a troublesome employee.
4. Be concise
Try not to ramble. There aren’t any clear rules about how long your resume should be, but if you can fit it all on to a single A4 page, then that’s probably the best. You have to include your full career history, education and achievements - so if you need to use two sheets, then do so. Don’t try to cram it all on one page so it looks cramped. But never use more than two sheets.
5. Mark everything clearly
Again, there are no hard and fast rules about the design of a cv, but you should ensure that it’s easy to find everything. Your name, address and contact details should be clearly shown at the top of the page.
6. Be brief
List your previous employment in reverse chronological order, stating briefly your responsibilities and any achievements. Resist the temptation to go into descriptive detail about them. You can save that for the interview. After this should follow your education history with qualifications gained. Then state your interests and hobbies. Again you should avoid going into detail about them - just state what they are.
7. Ask your referee’s permission
It may seem obvious, but if you are giving someone’s name as a referee, you should check with that person before you do it. It’s only a formality, that’s true, but your politeness will make your referee more disposed to write nice things about you.
8. Make it look good
Your resume should be printed on good quality paper, without any attachments. It should stand alone. You can show off any certificates or letters when the employer asks for them. Check carefully to ensure there are no spelling mistakes or typos on the resume.
9. Tell the truth!
It’s tempting to tell little white lies on your cv, for example, to fudge the dates to hide any times of unemployment. However, this is a risky course of action, since the employer can easily check such details. Also try not to claim you can do something which you in fact can’t do. This will be easily exposed. So the best thing is to be as truthful as possible.
Hailee
Do you want to get a head start in the job hunting market? Your cv resume is your most important asset. No matter how brilliant or highly qualified you might be, if your resume is not up to the mark, you will get rejected. Follow these 9 easy steps to make a resume that will give you the edge over your rivals.
1. Keep it simple
Don’t try to impress with anything fancy or complicated. You have probably about five seconds to make your impression on the reader - if you try to be too clever, your cv will get trashed.
2. Be straight
Don’t try to be witty or humorous. You might be tempted to make a joke to show that you’ll be “one of the guys” when you start the job, but it’s best to just confine yourself to being as factual as possible.
3. Never criticize former employers.
It might be very tempting to justify your reasons for leaving a previous job by slagging the employer to make you look good. Remember that if you do this the prospective employer is much more likely to put themselves in the position of the former employer, and to think that you might be a troublesome employee.
4. Be concise
Try not to ramble. There aren’t any clear rules about how long your resume should be, but if you can fit it all on to a single A4 page, then that’s probably the best. You have to include your full career history, education and achievements - so if you need to use two sheets, then do so. Don’t try to cram it all on one page so it looks cramped. But never use more than two sheets.
5. Mark everything clearly
Again, there are no hard and fast rules about the design of a cv, but you should ensure that it’s easy to find everything. Your name, address and contact details should be clearly shown at the top of the page.
6. Be brief
List your previous employment in reverse chronological order, stating briefly your responsibilities and any achievements. Resist the temptation to go into descriptive detail about them. You can save that for the interview. After this should follow your education history with qualifications gained. Then state your interests and hobbies. Again you should avoid going into detail about them - just state what they are.
7. Ask your referee’s permission
It may seem obvious, but if you are giving someone’s name as a referee, you should check with that person before you do it. It’s only a formality, that’s true, but your politeness will make your referee more disposed to write nice things about you.
8. Make it look good
Your resume should be printed on good quality paper, without any attachments. It should stand alone. You can show off any certificates or letters when the employer asks for them. Check carefully to ensure there are no spelling mistakes or typos on the resume.
9. Tell the truth!
It’s tempting to tell little white lies on your cv, for example, to fudge the dates to hide any times of unemployment. However, this is a risky course of action, since the employer can easily check such details. Also try not to claim you can do something which you in fact can’t do. This will be easily exposed. So the best thing is to be as truthful as possible.
Hailee