Jul
28
Is a Non-Traditional Job Hunt Right for You?… Take This Test!
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Paul Megan asked:
Maybe you haven’t heard of the revolutionary non-traditional job hunt system. We pioneered it when we discovered that the old-fashioned methods didn’t work any more.
We found out that writing a resume, distributing it to some job websites, mailing it to a bunch of companies, agencies and recruiters, answering some ads and then waiting for the phone to ring . . . well, they just don’t get the job done anymore.
We also discovered that the job market follows the same principles as the business market. And that running a successful job campaign is like running a small entrepreneurial business.
Te see if you’re right for this amazing non-traditional job hunt system, take this simple test by answering “true” or “false” to the following questions:
1. I depend on my resume to get me a job.
2. I understand that the more broadly I distribute my resume, the better the response.
3. An employer is most interested in my work history.
4. There’s no way to avoid competition for a job opening.
5. If there’s no job opening, there’s no opportunity for me.
If you answered “true” to any of these questions, you better try something new because you don’t understand the basics of the 21st Century job market. And you can expect to spend weeks or months looking for a job. A non-traditional job hunt is right for you.
1. Resumes don’t get jobs. No one will hire you until they’ve met you face-to-face and can see for themselves that you can be a welcome addition to the team. This goes way beyond a resume.
2. The more broadly you distribute you resume, the more competition you create for yourself. Just as in an entrepreneurial business, you must target very specific decision-makers in very specific organizations. And then arrange to meet face-to-face.
3. Employers could care less about what you used to do for someone else. They expect you to know something about them and their organization and goals. And then come to the table with specific ways you can make a contribution.
4. When you target a specific decision-maker instead of a job opening, you avoid all the competition.
5. The facts are that some of the best job offers are made in situations where a traditional job opening doesn’t exist.
Now, the good news is that there is a proven system that can walk you through the non-traditional job hunt process step-by-step. And if you follow it, you can be meeting face-to-face with a prospective employer in a matter of days. You can be entertaining a good job offer in as little as two weeks!
Souheil
Maybe you haven’t heard of the revolutionary non-traditional job hunt system. We pioneered it when we discovered that the old-fashioned methods didn’t work any more.
We found out that writing a resume, distributing it to some job websites, mailing it to a bunch of companies, agencies and recruiters, answering some ads and then waiting for the phone to ring . . . well, they just don’t get the job done anymore.
We also discovered that the job market follows the same principles as the business market. And that running a successful job campaign is like running a small entrepreneurial business.
Te see if you’re right for this amazing non-traditional job hunt system, take this simple test by answering “true” or “false” to the following questions:
1. I depend on my resume to get me a job.
2. I understand that the more broadly I distribute my resume, the better the response.
3. An employer is most interested in my work history.
4. There’s no way to avoid competition for a job opening.
5. If there’s no job opening, there’s no opportunity for me.
If you answered “true” to any of these questions, you better try something new because you don’t understand the basics of the 21st Century job market. And you can expect to spend weeks or months looking for a job. A non-traditional job hunt is right for you.
1. Resumes don’t get jobs. No one will hire you until they’ve met you face-to-face and can see for themselves that you can be a welcome addition to the team. This goes way beyond a resume.
2. The more broadly you distribute you resume, the more competition you create for yourself. Just as in an entrepreneurial business, you must target very specific decision-makers in very specific organizations. And then arrange to meet face-to-face.
3. Employers could care less about what you used to do for someone else. They expect you to know something about them and their organization and goals. And then come to the table with specific ways you can make a contribution.
4. When you target a specific decision-maker instead of a job opening, you avoid all the competition.
5. The facts are that some of the best job offers are made in situations where a traditional job opening doesn’t exist.
Now, the good news is that there is a proven system that can walk you through the non-traditional job hunt process step-by-step. And if you follow it, you can be meeting face-to-face with a prospective employer in a matter of days. You can be entertaining a good job offer in as little as two weeks!
Souheil
Jul
26
Job Hunt Backlash… How The Tough Questions Can Strangle You!
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PAUL BOWLEY asked:
If your job hunt is going smoothly, you may become complacent. You may think you can cream any interview because you’re sharp enough to handle anything that’s thrown at you. But be careful!
Now is the time to be prepared for job hunt backlash . . . you know, the kind of questions an interviewer may throw at you to unsettle you and find your weak spots. It happens almost every time. And unfortunately unprepared candidates fall right into the trap . . . and strangle their chances.
Job hunt tip: Be prepared for tough questions. Don’t become defensive!
Human nature being what it is, we tend to become defensive when confronted with something we don’t like to hear about ourselves. We feel we have to explain. We have to protect our image. We can’t let someone else think we’re not as good as we think we are.
So we have to show the other person they’re wrong. Trouble is . . . no one likes to be told they’re wrong. Especially if you’re a prospective employer.
In fact, employers will frequently ask difficult questions just to see how you respond. If you get defensive you just lost! So you need to be prepared for the tough questions that come your way. And you need to have a way to respond that opens door rather than close them.
So, here’s a simple 3-step process guaranteed to defuse tough job search questions and create respect.
STEP ONE: Acknowledge the legitimacy of an employer’s concern by saying, “I appreciate your concern,” or “I certainly understand why you would want to know that.”
STEP TWO: Give an employer an alternate, more positive way of considering an objection. For example, you could say, “My lack of experience in your business actually works to our advantage. It means I can bring fresh thinking to the table and an opportunity to show you innovative ways of getting the job done.”
STEP THREE: Illustrate your alternate positive statement with a story taken from your experienced that demonstrates in very picturesque and memorable ways how you handle situations like that. Then show the benefit that this experience brings to the organizations.
Like we said before, the secret to avoiding job hunt backlash is to be prepared. Certainly, you want to have responses worked out and practiced for the obvious liabilities an employer might find in you and your background. Be hones with yourself. Put them down in a list and prepare a strategy for each using the 3-step method we showed you above.
But the questions that can sink you are the ones that you can’t prepare for . . . but you have to be ready for. If you memorize and practice out loud the 3-step response, you’ll come across like a pro even if your answer isn’t right on the money. You’ll be a winner because you didn’t become defensive. And you’ll win the respect of the interviewer.
Carson
If your job hunt is going smoothly, you may become complacent. You may think you can cream any interview because you’re sharp enough to handle anything that’s thrown at you. But be careful!
Now is the time to be prepared for job hunt backlash . . . you know, the kind of questions an interviewer may throw at you to unsettle you and find your weak spots. It happens almost every time. And unfortunately unprepared candidates fall right into the trap . . . and strangle their chances.
Job hunt tip: Be prepared for tough questions. Don’t become defensive!
Human nature being what it is, we tend to become defensive when confronted with something we don’t like to hear about ourselves. We feel we have to explain. We have to protect our image. We can’t let someone else think we’re not as good as we think we are.
So we have to show the other person they’re wrong. Trouble is . . . no one likes to be told they’re wrong. Especially if you’re a prospective employer.
In fact, employers will frequently ask difficult questions just to see how you respond. If you get defensive you just lost! So you need to be prepared for the tough questions that come your way. And you need to have a way to respond that opens door rather than close them.
So, here’s a simple 3-step process guaranteed to defuse tough job search questions and create respect.
STEP ONE: Acknowledge the legitimacy of an employer’s concern by saying, “I appreciate your concern,” or “I certainly understand why you would want to know that.”
STEP TWO: Give an employer an alternate, more positive way of considering an objection. For example, you could say, “My lack of experience in your business actually works to our advantage. It means I can bring fresh thinking to the table and an opportunity to show you innovative ways of getting the job done.”
STEP THREE: Illustrate your alternate positive statement with a story taken from your experienced that demonstrates in very picturesque and memorable ways how you handle situations like that. Then show the benefit that this experience brings to the organizations.
Like we said before, the secret to avoiding job hunt backlash is to be prepared. Certainly, you want to have responses worked out and practiced for the obvious liabilities an employer might find in you and your background. Be hones with yourself. Put them down in a list and prepare a strategy for each using the 3-step method we showed you above.
But the questions that can sink you are the ones that you can’t prepare for . . . but you have to be ready for. If you memorize and practice out loud the 3-step response, you’ll come across like a pro even if your answer isn’t right on the money. You’ll be a winner because you didn’t become defensive. And you’ll win the respect of the interviewer.
Carson
Jul
24
Helpful UK Job Hunting Tips
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Jay Stanley asked:
Given the fact that there are multiple applicants for any opening and H.R professionals spend less than a few seconds in scanning a resume before either accepting it or consigning it to the waste bin, the importance of a good resume cannot be overstated. A well written resume is the proverbial foot in the door that can lead to greater opportunities, and in the case of a job seeker, that translates to an interview, and if all goes well, the job.
A resume is a dynamic entity that changes with the professional growth and learning of an individual. It is meant to be a brief yet informative statement of purpose and capabilities of a professional. Professionals should regularly spend some time in taking stock of their professional achievements and new skills acquired. This helps them to obtain an awareness of their position in the job market and update their resume so that if a good job opportunity comes their way, they are ready to make the most of it. Since a person with the most current knowledge and related experience is always in demand, an updated resume that is in sync with the skill-set of the professional will stand out among the other resumes. An updated resume also serves to remind professionals of their own accomplishments such that they can elaborate on them just by taking a glance at the resume. This is of immense help while facing an interview board.
Sometimes, job hunting can yield great results if professionals try to extend themselves to streams of work that they have not previously considered as career options. Upon making a rational assessment of the qualifications that they have earned and the skills they have acquired, many professionals find that they can in fact apply for more than just the obvious jobs. A switch in job responsibilities within an industry or a move to another industry is often achievable with excellent consequences for the professional both in terms of remuneration and work satisfaction.
It is always advisable to post a resume on as many online job sites as possible. This exposes the resume to a very wide audience including both employers and recruiters. Professionals do not necessarily have to post the same resume on all the sites; they can customize their resumes to meet the requirements of the job openings posted on different sites. Companies are often partial to particular job sites and visit them more regularly in search of prospective job candidates. It may also be a good idea to avail the services of resume distribution companies that can distribute an individual’s resume to several job sites as well as prospective employers.
The key to getting a good job is to have the right credentials and letting people know that you have the right credentials; this entails staying networked and if it implies taking help from friends and family for submitting one’s resume for an opening, professionals should not shy away from it. Often, resumes floated around by acquaintances can lead to an interview call. Job seekers should not ignore this effective medium of distributing their resumes and gaining information on exciting job opportunities.
Claretta
Given the fact that there are multiple applicants for any opening and H.R professionals spend less than a few seconds in scanning a resume before either accepting it or consigning it to the waste bin, the importance of a good resume cannot be overstated. A well written resume is the proverbial foot in the door that can lead to greater opportunities, and in the case of a job seeker, that translates to an interview, and if all goes well, the job.
A resume is a dynamic entity that changes with the professional growth and learning of an individual. It is meant to be a brief yet informative statement of purpose and capabilities of a professional. Professionals should regularly spend some time in taking stock of their professional achievements and new skills acquired. This helps them to obtain an awareness of their position in the job market and update their resume so that if a good job opportunity comes their way, they are ready to make the most of it. Since a person with the most current knowledge and related experience is always in demand, an updated resume that is in sync with the skill-set of the professional will stand out among the other resumes. An updated resume also serves to remind professionals of their own accomplishments such that they can elaborate on them just by taking a glance at the resume. This is of immense help while facing an interview board.
Sometimes, job hunting can yield great results if professionals try to extend themselves to streams of work that they have not previously considered as career options. Upon making a rational assessment of the qualifications that they have earned and the skills they have acquired, many professionals find that they can in fact apply for more than just the obvious jobs. A switch in job responsibilities within an industry or a move to another industry is often achievable with excellent consequences for the professional both in terms of remuneration and work satisfaction.
It is always advisable to post a resume on as many online job sites as possible. This exposes the resume to a very wide audience including both employers and recruiters. Professionals do not necessarily have to post the same resume on all the sites; they can customize their resumes to meet the requirements of the job openings posted on different sites. Companies are often partial to particular job sites and visit them more regularly in search of prospective job candidates. It may also be a good idea to avail the services of resume distribution companies that can distribute an individual’s resume to several job sites as well as prospective employers.
The key to getting a good job is to have the right credentials and letting people know that you have the right credentials; this entails staying networked and if it implies taking help from friends and family for submitting one’s resume for an opening, professionals should not shy away from it. Often, resumes floated around by acquaintances can lead to an interview call. Job seekers should not ignore this effective medium of distributing their resumes and gaining information on exciting job opportunities.
Claretta
Jul
22
Ultimate Job Hunt Advice… 3 Golden Rules That Guarantee Your Success!
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PAUL BOWLEY asked:
You’re reading this because you want to get ahead. And you recognize that solid job hunt advice can produce job search success. And you know that a quality career change can be seriously enhanced by quality job hunt advice.
Then, doesn’t it make sense to do it the right way?
What if I told you that most folks in today’s complex marketplace are doing it backward? As a result they’re taking months to accomplish what could be done successfully in a matter of days. To do right by your job search success you need to be guided by the ultimate job hunt advice–three golden rules. Master them and you virtually guarantee your job search success!
Golden Rule #1: No employer will be interested in you if he/she can’t be convinced that you can make a real contribution to bottom line or that you can make the employer’s job easier. If you fail to communicate that in your interviews, resume and written or spoken messages . . . you’re OUT!
The burden is on you to prove you can make a difference. That means you have to research what the organization’s goals are and specifically what the hiring decision-maker is looking for. And then be prepared to present specific contributions.
If you think that somehow an employer will figure out what you can do by reading between the lines of your resume or second-guessing your interview presentation . . . well, they don’t have the time or interest to do that. Besides, if you can’t show how you bring value, there’s someone else right behind you who can.
Golden Rule #2: You are in charge of your job search success . . . and only you! If you leave your job search up to chance by using passive, uninvolved strategies you just LOST!
For example, hoping that posting your resume to a half dozen job search website like Monster or HotJobs will get you the job you deserve is worse than wishful thinking. It’s delusion! The same applies to answering endless ads or expecting recruiters or agencies to handle everything for you.
Golden Rule # 3: The most valuable asset you have that can guarantee you a speedy and lucrative job search are your CONTACTS. These are people you already know starting with relatives, friends, neighbors, religious leaders, business associates and customers, people you buy things from (like insurance, financial services, contractors, etc.). However, you can’t turn them off by asking them to find you a job. You need to have a carefully-crafted script that will turn them into career partners.
In short, you need a plan–some powerful job hunt advice–a blueprint that can walk you through the process step-by-step. When you follow a system you can be entertaining a job offer is as little as 14 days!
Giulietta
You’re reading this because you want to get ahead. And you recognize that solid job hunt advice can produce job search success. And you know that a quality career change can be seriously enhanced by quality job hunt advice.
Then, doesn’t it make sense to do it the right way?
What if I told you that most folks in today’s complex marketplace are doing it backward? As a result they’re taking months to accomplish what could be done successfully in a matter of days. To do right by your job search success you need to be guided by the ultimate job hunt advice–three golden rules. Master them and you virtually guarantee your job search success!
Golden Rule #1: No employer will be interested in you if he/she can’t be convinced that you can make a real contribution to bottom line or that you can make the employer’s job easier. If you fail to communicate that in your interviews, resume and written or spoken messages . . . you’re OUT!
The burden is on you to prove you can make a difference. That means you have to research what the organization’s goals are and specifically what the hiring decision-maker is looking for. And then be prepared to present specific contributions.
If you think that somehow an employer will figure out what you can do by reading between the lines of your resume or second-guessing your interview presentation . . . well, they don’t have the time or interest to do that. Besides, if you can’t show how you bring value, there’s someone else right behind you who can.
Golden Rule #2: You are in charge of your job search success . . . and only you! If you leave your job search up to chance by using passive, uninvolved strategies you just LOST!
For example, hoping that posting your resume to a half dozen job search website like Monster or HotJobs will get you the job you deserve is worse than wishful thinking. It’s delusion! The same applies to answering endless ads or expecting recruiters or agencies to handle everything for you.
Golden Rule # 3: The most valuable asset you have that can guarantee you a speedy and lucrative job search are your CONTACTS. These are people you already know starting with relatives, friends, neighbors, religious leaders, business associates and customers, people you buy things from (like insurance, financial services, contractors, etc.). However, you can’t turn them off by asking them to find you a job. You need to have a carefully-crafted script that will turn them into career partners.
In short, you need a plan–some powerful job hunt advice–a blueprint that can walk you through the process step-by-step. When you follow a system you can be entertaining a job offer is as little as 14 days!
Giulietta
Jul
17
Fabulous Job Hunting Secret… How to CREATE Your Own Job!
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PAUL BOWLEY asked:
Get ready for an amazing alternative job hunting secret! If you’ve been in the job market recently, you already know it’s tough. Not because there aren’t excellent job opportunities out there. But because employers’ expectations are so much more demanding.
Employers want you to come in prepared to demonstrate that you’ve done your homework. They expect you’ve taken the time to learn about their organization and its goals. They also require that you show very specifically how you can make a contribution to the company’s bottom line.
The purpose of an alternative job hunting secret is to come at the job market from a totally different perspective. For example, you learn to see job search from and the employer’s point of view. When you do, then you’ll also appreciate discovering the huge advantage you have when you do your homework and you come to a face-to-face meeting or interview armed with critical insider information.
You are ready to implement one of the most powerful and exciting alternative job hunting secrets around. It’s called “job creation!”
That’s right! You can actually create a job for yourself on the spot. Here’s what to do (after you’ve done your homework):
1. List in writing the specific areas within the company where you bring something unique to the table. This is not a review of your work history. Indicate the specific department, products, services, etc. within the organization where your proposal would apply.
2. Send an email or letter to the decision-maker who would have an active interest in the kind of proposal you wish to present. Do NOT ask for a job. Rather, briefly outline the specifics you bring to the table for solving a certain problem, or contributing to growth, or opening up new doors for the company, etc. Then ask to meet for a discussion of your ideas or proposal. Indicate you’d like to call shortly to set up such a meeting.
3. Prepare a “Bio-Action” resume specifically designed to back up your alternative job hunting proposal.
4. Do NOT go in for an interview, but rather to discuss your proposal to see if there’s any interest. What’s exciting about this alternative job hunting secret approach is that neither you nor the employer is under any pressure to make a job decision. An opportunity can emerge if you are good at showing the value you bring to the table. Once again this takes preparation–doing your homework.
When you approach a carefully targeted organization and the specific decision-maker who could have a genuine interest in you, you’ve dramatically moved the odds in favor of a discovering a hidden opportunity for yourself. And you’ve eliminated all the competition!
Tess
Get ready for an amazing alternative job hunting secret! If you’ve been in the job market recently, you already know it’s tough. Not because there aren’t excellent job opportunities out there. But because employers’ expectations are so much more demanding.
Employers want you to come in prepared to demonstrate that you’ve done your homework. They expect you’ve taken the time to learn about their organization and its goals. They also require that you show very specifically how you can make a contribution to the company’s bottom line.
The purpose of an alternative job hunting secret is to come at the job market from a totally different perspective. For example, you learn to see job search from and the employer’s point of view. When you do, then you’ll also appreciate discovering the huge advantage you have when you do your homework and you come to a face-to-face meeting or interview armed with critical insider information.
You are ready to implement one of the most powerful and exciting alternative job hunting secrets around. It’s called “job creation!”
That’s right! You can actually create a job for yourself on the spot. Here’s what to do (after you’ve done your homework):
1. List in writing the specific areas within the company where you bring something unique to the table. This is not a review of your work history. Indicate the specific department, products, services, etc. within the organization where your proposal would apply.
2. Send an email or letter to the decision-maker who would have an active interest in the kind of proposal you wish to present. Do NOT ask for a job. Rather, briefly outline the specifics you bring to the table for solving a certain problem, or contributing to growth, or opening up new doors for the company, etc. Then ask to meet for a discussion of your ideas or proposal. Indicate you’d like to call shortly to set up such a meeting.
3. Prepare a “Bio-Action” resume specifically designed to back up your alternative job hunting proposal.
4. Do NOT go in for an interview, but rather to discuss your proposal to see if there’s any interest. What’s exciting about this alternative job hunting secret approach is that neither you nor the employer is under any pressure to make a job decision. An opportunity can emerge if you are good at showing the value you bring to the table. Once again this takes preparation–doing your homework.
When you approach a carefully targeted organization and the specific decision-maker who could have a genuine interest in you, you’ve dramatically moved the odds in favor of a discovering a hidden opportunity for yourself. And you’ve eliminated all the competition!
Tess
Jul
3
Your Resume, Never Go Job Hunting Without It!
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Jennifer Geary asked:
Sitting in the waiting room, your hands are cold and clammy. You have an interview with the executive board and are so nervous you feel like last night’s supper has a date with your tongue. In the midst of this, your stomach is growling from not eating anything for fear of rejection and you have already relieved yourself in the waiting room bathroom four times in the last 10 minutes. These horrible feelings, of course, could not be possible if you hadn’t had a professional, informative, and structured resume.
Many options are available today for creating, printing/viewing, and submitting a resume. After everything is said and done, the most important part of a resume is the impression it makes on a potential employer. A bad impression makes a lasting one. Treat your resume as though it were the only contact an employer would have with you and it is the deciding factor in obtaining an interview and a job.
The internet, your local library, and career centers are great locations to obtain free advice and information for building your resume. Professional services are also available for creating your resumes. No matter which path you decide, you will need the basic information outlined in this article.
To start, make a list of every job you EVER had. The reason for this is that you will create a handful of resumes to fit the type of position you are applying for. If you keep one list, you can always copy and paste the information into your resume template which we will discuss further down. Make a list of the following items: Name, address, and phone number of employer, name of supervisor, dates worked (try to get it down to the month and year), starting pay, ending pay, position held, and duties performed. This will give you a guide to use when creating your resume and filling out applications.
Example Job History Entry:
Name of Company1234 Smith Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45241, 555-555-1234John Jones, $8/hrPosition Held – Description of duties.
Once you create your list, you are ready to build your resume. Your research sources will also have some example templates for you to use. The basic sections of your resume should include:
1st - your name, address and contact information at the top
2nd - Employment Objective. This is optional. If you are applying for an executive or management position, it is good to have an objective. This lets employers know what type of position you are looking for and how they can fulfill your needs for a position. This section should include no more than two short sentences and should never replace a cover letter.
3rd - Work Experience. Copy and paste from your work history into the body of your resume. Remember, you don’t need to copy all of it, only the jobs that pertain to the position you are applying for. Try to get the most recent positions listed. If there are gaps, you can discuss them in your interview.
4th - Education. ESPECIALLY list this if the position you are applying for requires a certain degree and you have it. If you have no college, at least list your high school status and any certifications if you have them. If you are directly out of high school, emphasize any activities you participated in while in high school. The more activities you are involved in, the greater your chance of being hired quickly.
5th - Interests and Activities. List these if you volunteer in the community, have hobbies or are members of clubs which pertain to the position you are applying. It doesn’t do me any good to tell my employer I like to sew when I’m applying for a Web Designer position. If there is nothing to list here, don’t put this section in.
If your resume won’t fill one page, list two or three references to take up the extra space. If your resume is too long, don’t list your references and change the margins, font, design, etc. to make your resume fit one page. It is very important that your resume not be more than two pages and takes up at least one page.
Things to do:
Proofread, proofread, and proofread!!! There is nothing like the feeling of handing out a resume when your name is spelled wrong!!
Pass your resume out to friends and especially your references to proofread. Sometimes other people can see things you need to change or have ideas about things you need to add or take out. Give it to your teachers, family, and co-workers or anyone who is willing to look at it. You should also be familiar with your spell-check on your computer and use it.
Use action words in your duties performed section such as: accomplished, analyzed, applied, awarded, budgeted, built, centralized, communicated, completed, contributed, coordinated, created, and decided.
When submitting your resume through an online service, be sure the format is easy to read for the recipient. When sending your resume through e-mail, ensure the recipient has the ability to view it. Do not copy and paste into your e-mail body as it makes it very difficult to print. When printing your resume, make sure it is on 81/2 by 11 inch paper. Do not use colored paper, use good quality white paper. Clean copies are essential.
Use the same font and font size throughout the resume. You might want to bold your headings, but be sure it is clean and easy to read.
Keep your resume up-to-date. An easy way to do this is to keep your list of employers up to date and all you will have to do is copy and paste again when you are ready to use your resume.
Mistakes to Avoid:
Do not use brightly colored paperDo not date your resume Do not crowd your words together and cause your resume to look busy and visually unappealing Try to keep your resume to one page. If you make your resume longer, you lessen the likelihood of it being read. An employer has likely advertised widely and may have to scan dozens of resumes - added length may mean they won’t read yours. Do not use abbreviations that are not in common use.Do not list your salary requirements. If an employer requests them, they should be listed in your cover letter.Do not attach classified advertisements. Do not attach a picture.If there are changes since you last reworked your resume, do not hand write the additional information; re-do it!Do not print your resume with a poor printer or an unusual typeface; both make it harder for an employer to read.Ensure your resume is formatted correctly when submitting an electronic copy.
There are so many different styles of resumes you can create, so personalize your own. Remember; make it simple and easy to read, but eye catching too. The internet and local newspapers are great sources for job hunting. Being confident in your abilities will back up your written accomplishments. Happy hunting!
Visit THE one site for searching thousands of job boards, newspapers, classifieds, and company websites here.
http://www.allwantedjobs.com/
Ketty
Sitting in the waiting room, your hands are cold and clammy. You have an interview with the executive board and are so nervous you feel like last night’s supper has a date with your tongue. In the midst of this, your stomach is growling from not eating anything for fear of rejection and you have already relieved yourself in the waiting room bathroom four times in the last 10 minutes. These horrible feelings, of course, could not be possible if you hadn’t had a professional, informative, and structured resume.
Many options are available today for creating, printing/viewing, and submitting a resume. After everything is said and done, the most important part of a resume is the impression it makes on a potential employer. A bad impression makes a lasting one. Treat your resume as though it were the only contact an employer would have with you and it is the deciding factor in obtaining an interview and a job.
The internet, your local library, and career centers are great locations to obtain free advice and information for building your resume. Professional services are also available for creating your resumes. No matter which path you decide, you will need the basic information outlined in this article.
To start, make a list of every job you EVER had. The reason for this is that you will create a handful of resumes to fit the type of position you are applying for. If you keep one list, you can always copy and paste the information into your resume template which we will discuss further down. Make a list of the following items: Name, address, and phone number of employer, name of supervisor, dates worked (try to get it down to the month and year), starting pay, ending pay, position held, and duties performed. This will give you a guide to use when creating your resume and filling out applications.
Example Job History Entry:
Name of Company1234 Smith Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45241, 555-555-1234John Jones, $8/hrPosition Held – Description of duties.
Once you create your list, you are ready to build your resume. Your research sources will also have some example templates for you to use. The basic sections of your resume should include:
1st - your name, address and contact information at the top
2nd - Employment Objective. This is optional. If you are applying for an executive or management position, it is good to have an objective. This lets employers know what type of position you are looking for and how they can fulfill your needs for a position. This section should include no more than two short sentences and should never replace a cover letter.
3rd - Work Experience. Copy and paste from your work history into the body of your resume. Remember, you don’t need to copy all of it, only the jobs that pertain to the position you are applying for. Try to get the most recent positions listed. If there are gaps, you can discuss them in your interview.
4th - Education. ESPECIALLY list this if the position you are applying for requires a certain degree and you have it. If you have no college, at least list your high school status and any certifications if you have them. If you are directly out of high school, emphasize any activities you participated in while in high school. The more activities you are involved in, the greater your chance of being hired quickly.
5th - Interests and Activities. List these if you volunteer in the community, have hobbies or are members of clubs which pertain to the position you are applying. It doesn’t do me any good to tell my employer I like to sew when I’m applying for a Web Designer position. If there is nothing to list here, don’t put this section in.
If your resume won’t fill one page, list two or three references to take up the extra space. If your resume is too long, don’t list your references and change the margins, font, design, etc. to make your resume fit one page. It is very important that your resume not be more than two pages and takes up at least one page.
Things to do:
Proofread, proofread, and proofread!!! There is nothing like the feeling of handing out a resume when your name is spelled wrong!!
Pass your resume out to friends and especially your references to proofread. Sometimes other people can see things you need to change or have ideas about things you need to add or take out. Give it to your teachers, family, and co-workers or anyone who is willing to look at it. You should also be familiar with your spell-check on your computer and use it.
Use action words in your duties performed section such as: accomplished, analyzed, applied, awarded, budgeted, built, centralized, communicated, completed, contributed, coordinated, created, and decided.
When submitting your resume through an online service, be sure the format is easy to read for the recipient. When sending your resume through e-mail, ensure the recipient has the ability to view it. Do not copy and paste into your e-mail body as it makes it very difficult to print. When printing your resume, make sure it is on 81/2 by 11 inch paper. Do not use colored paper, use good quality white paper. Clean copies are essential.
Use the same font and font size throughout the resume. You might want to bold your headings, but be sure it is clean and easy to read.
Keep your resume up-to-date. An easy way to do this is to keep your list of employers up to date and all you will have to do is copy and paste again when you are ready to use your resume.
Mistakes to Avoid:
Do not use brightly colored paperDo not date your resume Do not crowd your words together and cause your resume to look busy and visually unappealing Try to keep your resume to one page. If you make your resume longer, you lessen the likelihood of it being read. An employer has likely advertised widely and may have to scan dozens of resumes - added length may mean they won’t read yours. Do not use abbreviations that are not in common use.Do not list your salary requirements. If an employer requests them, they should be listed in your cover letter.Do not attach classified advertisements. Do not attach a picture.If there are changes since you last reworked your resume, do not hand write the additional information; re-do it!Do not print your resume with a poor printer or an unusual typeface; both make it harder for an employer to read.Ensure your resume is formatted correctly when submitting an electronic copy.
There are so many different styles of resumes you can create, so personalize your own. Remember; make it simple and easy to read, but eye catching too. The internet and local newspapers are great sources for job hunting. Being confident in your abilities will back up your written accomplishments. Happy hunting!
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Ketty
Jul
3
What are the best things to say in a cover letter when job hunting?
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sloanewhitley asked:
I’m job hunting….not fun.
I’m job hunting….not fun.
The cover letter HAS to sell…so what are key words or phrases to say to get the employer’s attention?
Guillema