Job Application Tips
Wednesday October 31, 2012
There are a variety of ways you can apply for a job and how you submit your job application depends on what the company wants applicants to do.
Job applicants can apply online ... Read More
How Not to Impress a Recruiter
Wednesday October 31, 2012
Bullhorn, the online recruiting software provider, has released survey results that define the top five candidate behaviors and other factors that negatively impact a job seeker's chance of landing a ... Read More
Pay for Employees if Office is Closed Due to Storm
Sunday October 28, 2012
As Hurricane Sandy hits the East Coast, with states of emergency declared in many states and public transportation shut down, what to do when you can't get to work because of the ... Read More
Resume Tips for College Students
Saturday October 27, 2012
If you are a college student looking for a job or internship your resume can look just like everyone else's and that can make your job search challenging.
What can you do ... Read More
Are You Facebook Friends With Your Boss
Saturday October 27, 2012
How to Reapply for Your Old Job
Friday October 26, 2012
One of the toughest ways to apply for a job, because it can be painful, is when you have to reapply for a job that you are already working at. ... Read More
UNCUBED Startup Talent Fairs
Thursday October 25, 2012
Have you always dreamed of working for a startup? If you're in New York City, there's a terrific opportunity coming up to meet with startups, to network with key players, ... Read More
How Not to Apply for a Job
Wednesday October 24, 2012
There are lots of things you should do when you apply for a job, but there are also ways that you can hinder your job search by not applying for ... Read More
Interview Dining Etiquette
Wednesday October 24, 2012
What are the most important interview dining etiquette rules you need to know? First of all, remember your table manners. They matter when you're interviewing over a meal.
Secondly, don't order anything ... Read More
Cover Letter Opening Sentences
Tuesday October 23, 2012
The first sentence or two of your cover letter are the most important ones. You need to get the hiring manager's attention and start the process of explaining why you ... Read More
When Your Job Search Isn't Working
Tuesday October 23, 2012
This is a really hard time to be job searching. With over three unemployed workers per job opening, and many more in some locations, job searching is hard work.
In fact, some of the ... Read More
Baby on Board?
Monday October 22, 2012
If you have a baby on the way, you'll need to know about interviewing while pregnant, when to tell your employer you're pregnant, pregnancy and disability law and the best ... Read More
Tattoos and Your Job Search
Sunday October 21, 2012
I received an email from someone who wondered whether his long hair, facial hair, and tattoos were hurting his chances of getting a job. He was applying for jobs at ... Read More
Veterans Day Holiday Pay
Sunday October 21, 2012
Veterans Day, November 11, is the day which honors all who serviced in the military. This year, Veterans Day falls on a Sunday, so the legal holiday will be Monday, ... Read More
Election Day Job Interviews
Sunday October 21, 2012
It's hard to keep your political opinions to yourself, especially when the election is almost here. However, if you have an interview be discreet and keep your politics ... Read More
Veterans Day Holiday 2012
Saturday October 20, 2012
The Federal Government provides employees with nine paid holidays, including Veterans Day. Veterans Day is observed on November 11, however, this year November 11th is a Sunday, so the legal holiday will ... Read More
How to Resign on Good Terms
Friday October 19, 2012
When writing a resignation letter, it's important to keep your letter simple and short. Don't go into too much detail about why you are quitting and what you are doing ... Read More
Halloween Jobs
Thursday October 18, 2012
Halloween is almost here and it's some people's favorite holiday. They just love dressing up and having fun.
Are you one of those grown-ups who loves Halloween as much as kids do? Job ... Read More
LinkedIn Update 2012
Tuesday October 16, 2012
What's new with LinkedIn? LinkedIn shared news and updates today during a "Meet the New LinkedIn" event. The company announced many new features and one of the most important for job seekers is a new, enhanced ... Read More
How to List a GED on a Resume
Tuesday October 16, 2012
For job seekers who haven't graduated from high school, the GED shows employers that you have the same credentials as a high school graduate.
Your GED can be listed on your ... Read More
Email Cover Letter Samples
Monday October 15, 2012
When you're sending an email cover letter, it's important to follow the company's directions on how to submit your cover letter and resume, and to make sure that your email ... Read More
Types of Work From Home Jobs
Sunday October 14, 2012
Are you curious about some of the jobs you can work at from home? Depending on your skills and experience, there are options for working at home.
However, keep in mind, ... Read More
Sending a Thank You Note
Sunday October 14, 2012
Manners really do matter and they can even help you get a job offer. Surveys report that most executives consider a thank you note influential when evaluating candidates.
It's important to say ... Read More
Illegal Interview Questions
Saturday October 13, 2012
Federal and state laws prohibit prospective employers from asking certain questions that are not related to the job they are hiring for. Questions should be job-related and not used to ... Read More
Asking for More Money
Thursday October 11, 2012
Not sure whether you should ask for more money when you're offered a job or a promotion? A survey from SuccessFactors (a subsidiary of SAP) reports that most candidates for employment ... Read More
Look Younger When You Job Search
Wednesday October 10, 2012
Even though experience should count when you're job searching, it's not necessarily an asset these days.
The older you are, the longer it can take to find a job. You can be ... Read More
Interview Questions Employers Should Not Ask
Wednesday October 10, 2012
More than a few years ago, I was asked during a job interview whether my husband would mind the travel involved in the job. The hiring manager even asked to ... Read More
Most Popular Employers
Wednesday October 10, 2012
Which employers are the most popular with college students and recent graduates? At the moment, it's Google followed Microsoft and Intel.
AfterCollege's Employer Popularity Index (EPI) is a live dashboard of ... Read More
Fake Excuses for Missing Work
Tuesday October 9, 2012
Employees have always been creative when it comes to taking time off to interview or missing work for other reasons. Some of the interview excuses that site visitors have contributed ... Read More
Tips for Attending a Job Fair
Tuesday October 9, 2012
When you're job searching, take some time to attend job fairs. Job fairs are especially important in a difficult job market and even though they are typically crowded and busy, ... Read More
Sending Farewell Messages
Monday October 8, 2012
You've lost your job or you have found a new one and you're moving on. As you depart, it's important to take the time to say farewell to your co-workers. ... Read More
Good Interview Questions to Ask
Monday October 8, 2012
Not having questions ready to ask during a job interview may not only leave you fumbling for what to say, but can even cost you a job offer.
A recent survey ... Read More
CV and Resume Writing Tips
Sunday October 7, 2012
When you're looking for a job you need either a resume or a curriculum vitae, depending on the type of job you are applying for and where you live.
If you're ... Read More
How Did You Quit Your Job?
Saturday October 6, 2012
Leaving a note is one way to quit your job. A secretary who couldn't handle her job lasted about a week. One Monday morning the rest of the staff came in to ... Read More
Phone Interview Checklist
Saturday October 6, 2012
Many employers start the interview process with a phone interview. Phone interviews aren't very different from in-person interviews other than you'll be talking on the phone rather than in an office.
Before your ... Read More
Big Bird Gets Ready to Job Search
Friday October 5, 2012
Anyone who watched the Presidential debate or read the follow-up stories knows that Big Bird's job is in jeopardy if Mitt Romney wins the election.
Since it's always a good idea to ... Read More
Unemployment Rate Drops to 7.8%
Friday October 5, 2012
The unemployment rate dropped to 7.8% in October, the lowest rate since President Obama started in office. The economy added 114,000 jobs and numbers of job added in August was ... Read More
How Much is a College Degree Worth?
Thursday October 4, 2012
How much is a college degree worth in today's job market and how much more can you earn if you have an advanced degree?
Job search engine Indeed.com took a look ... Read More
Job Searching With a Criminal Record
Thursday October 4, 2012
How can you find a job when you have a criminal record? It's certainly not easy. Not only can a criminal record impact your employability, but the time out of ... Read More
Holiday Job Search Tips
Thursday October 4, 2012
If you're looking for a part time job to earn some extra money during the holiday season, you might be surprised at how quick and easy it is to apply ... Read More
New Survey: Job Seekers Favor Obama
Wednesday October 3, 2012
According to a new survey from Glassdoor, both employees and unemployed workers who are seeking employment believe that President Obama (51%) has a better vision for job creation and reducing unemployment than ... Read More
How to Handle a Coffee Interview
Wednesday October 3, 2012
An informal meeting over a cup of coffee has replaced first-round interviews for some employers, especially those who are recruiting prospects for employment opportunities.
For the recruiter, it's a way to meet a ... Read More
Holiday Hiring Up for 2012
Tuesday October 2, 2012
Holiday hiring is up to the best level in five years, according to this year's 2012 seasonal hiring forecast from job site Snagajob.com. Among hiring managers with responsibility to hire seasonal ... Read More
Top 10 Job Search Do's and Don'ts
Tuesday October 2, 2012
What should you do when you're job searching? And what shouldn't you do? There's a laundry list of things that can help your job search and things that can hinder ... Read More
How Much Time Should You Spend Job Searching?
Tuesday October 2, 2012
Unemployment Extended Benefits Ending
Monday October 1, 2012
As we head towards the end of the year, federal extended unemployment programs are phasing out. Unless Congress reauthorizes an extension of federally funded unemployment compensation, the only benefits unemployed workers ... Read More