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Tag Archives: Job search

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  They Still Don’t Get It

  Throughout my tenure at ClearedJobs.Net, one thing has stayed the same: Job seekers don’t understand recruiting. There is so much confusion on the part of a job seeker as to who - recruiter, sourcer, staffing, hiring manager or headhunter - does what, and why. What is heartbrea… more

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  How Do You Ask Others for Job Search Help

  The first rule when asking someone for help in your job search is do not ask them for a job. The odds that the person you’re asking actually has a job opening for a position that’s right for you are pretty slim. You may feel desperate to find a new job, but with this appro… more

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  The Formula for Successful Job Search

  Finding a job can be a challenge. Transitioning from one industry to another is an even bigger challenge, especially if you’re a veteran. Building and maintaining your network makes that challenge easier. I’m going to show you how through the wonders of math. Now math is t… more

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  Navigating the Ups-and-Downs of Job Loss and Job Search

  Recently I was reminded about the emotional side of job loss. I was talking with a now happily employed person – we’ll call her Joan – who recalled what it felt like to lose her job many years ago. Although time had passed, emotions surfaced that were still raw when she re… more

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  How to Avoid Being a Terrible Job Seeker

  Not long ago I wrote an article aimed at recruiters titled "Why Veterans Make Terrible Job Seekers (And What Recruiters Can Do About It"). The piece was inspired by discussions I had been a part of through the Veteran Mentor Network group on LinkedIn. Despite it being written wit… more