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Category Archives: Job Search / Career Development

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  Do You Check Out an Employer’s Reputation, Employers Do You Know Your Reputation

  Recruiters’ jobs are to find a perfect candidate for a company or client needing a job filled. Recruiters must be respectful, courteous, accommodating, and pleasant to deal with as the face of the corporate entity. Their goal is to demonstrate and convince the job seeker their … more

• Target Employers for an Effective Job Search

  Successful job seekers are proactive and target the organizations where they want to work. It’s fine to be opportunistic as well and open to a good job that comes your way. But you need a strategic approach to your job search that includes targeting the employers you think are… more

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  Job Search Lessons from May’s Military Holidays

  May is the month we recognize and remember several aspects of our military: Military Spouse Appreciation Day (May 10) is a recent recognition of their support. Armed Forces Day (May 18) recognizes those currently in service. Memorial Day (May 27) recognizes those who died in… more

• Do You Apply for Jobs You’re Not Qualified For

  You see a job posted online and decide to toss your hat in the ring. Why not? You're online. It's easy to apply. If that's your attitude you're wasting your time. And the employer's time. When you apply for a job, meet all the critical requirements and 90% of all the requireme… more

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  Questions Job Seekers Should Ask an Interviewer

  Job seekers should have a set of questions to ask the interviewer, just as the interviewer has their own set of questions. The job seeker is looking for an employer of choice; just as the company is looking for an employee of choice. The hiring manager will ask questions directly… more