You have your résumé ready and are actively job-hunting. You find out about a position that sounds perfect – it fits your background, it’s with a very reputable company, the work is exactly what you want to do. How do you land this job? Answer: By convincing the employer to
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An Effective Résumé: The First Step Towards Your Dream Job
The first thing you need when you start a job search is a résumé, which is an overview of your background and tells employers why you are the best candidate for the position they want to fill. So you can think of it as an introduction and as with all
Motivational job search tips tailored to your learning style
At times, the job search can be a tedious, tiresome process. You sift through pages of job postings, send out resumes and cover letters, and wonder if any of it is getting you anywhere. Sometimes you just want to throw your hands up and quit — you begin to doubt
How social media can get you a job: Strategies to get ahead
Long gone are the days of changing your name on Facebook to an obscure pseudonym (e.g., your first and middle name, your first and mother’s maiden name, your first name followed by your dog’s name) in order to deter potential employers from finding your profile. As social media becomes a