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Category Archives: Job Fairs

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  5 Things Job Seekers Do Wrong at Job Fairs

  At the recent Cyber Job Fair we asked recruiters what they saw job seekers doing wrong. The things that make job seekers stumble right out of the gate. And we all know how critical first impressions are. Recruiters talk to hundreds of job seekers at each job fair, so the contras… more

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  Cleared Job Fair Feedback, the Toughest and Easiest Positions to Fill

  At our recent Cleared Job Fairs we asked cleared recruiters several questions that cleared cleared job seekers will find of interest. We also asked Patra Frame to share with us some of the issues she saw while reviewing cleared resumes. Do you prefer receiving a resume as a PDF … more

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  I’m Seeking an Executive Position as I Transition Out of Civil Service, Why Would I Attend a Cleared Job Fair

  I teach classes on career search and social media for transitioning government and military personnel. This question and my response below came from a senior professional at a recent class. Many of the tips are valid no matter your level within an organization. We understand th… more

• How to Wow Recruiters at a Job Fair

  You just walked into a large room filled with government contractors' branded booths, each with several recruiters ready to make or break your chance at a job. There are lines at each booth, so you only have a few seconds to knock their socks off. What do you do? What do you sa… more