Social media is an important part of conducting of your job search. Many companies are using it to find candidates for their job openings. Check out the statistics from this infographic on the left via Staff.com You cannot simply setup profiles on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. You must actively participate on these platforms and be [...]
Each new year is filled with hopes for making it the best year. Part of these hopes are improving your career and taking it to the next level. For some it is about finding a career that you are more passionate about. Since we are starting the second quarter of the year, it is a [...]
Instagram is very visually oriented. It can be used to show your creative side as well as your unique personality. It can also be used to learn more about the company you want to work for and its culture. It is estimated that by next year there will be 100 million accounts on Instagram. This [...]
Searching for a job can be challenging at times, especially when you feel like it is going nowhere fast. You may have certain jobs in mind that you want, but you go through the whole process of tailoring your resume and cover letter and nothing happens. Don’t lose hope. If you persevere, you will find [...]
It can be frustrating when you send out resume after resume and you don’t get any calls in return. But there are reasons why this may be happening. It could be something as simple as they found a candidate that exactly met their needs and are looking no further. Another reason could be that they [...]
Although there is no perfect time to start a job search, there is no time like the present to start. If you are actively seeking a job, then you should start your job search now. Don’t wait on starting. Just make sure you have a powerful resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile to get you [...]
I know you may be thinking that keywords are just for optimizing a website. But I am here to tell you that they can be a valuable resource for job searching. They can be an effective way to refine your job search and find more targeted leads. They should be included both in your online [...]
Whether you are looking for a change or are in an industry that is not doing well, moving to a new industry can be just what you need. This can give your career just the boost it needs and make your career flourish even more. Your cover letter and resume should demonstrate the skills that [...]
It’s important to think of your LinkedIn profile as an online resume. So here are some tips to prepare your profile for your job search. Name: Do not use nicknames or anything of the sort. Use your first and last name so that you can demonstrate professionalism. Using a nickname will make a recruiter or [...]
Your LinkedIn profile is not just a reflection of your work history; it is a source of information that may not be found on your resume. Many people make the mistake of duplicating their resumes on their profile. While your resume will be the foundation used to craft your LinkedIn profile, there is so much [...]
