You've ended up here because you are frustrated by your job search. You may even be afraid that you are never going to get a job.
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Job Search
Don’t Make These Mistakes on YOUR Cover Letter
When writing your cover letter, you don't want to make mistakes that could turn off the recruiter or person receiving it. ...
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Re-Inventing Wheels: 9 Job Search Resources that are great just the way they are
My preference has always been to find existing solutions rather than coming up with new ones. I have found this saves me time in the long run. It is just the way I think. Some of you live to ...
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A Job Seekers Guide to Memorial Day Weekend
Summer is almost officially here. It is time to polish your white shoes and iron your white pants! While some of you might be wondering how we got here so quickly... well, as the saying goes, time ...
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Be Smart. Be Stealthy.
Are you dissatisfied with your job and considering quitting? Could you? Would you? I am not recommending you leave without another job in hand. If you want to leave your job, you need to find a ...
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Leave No Stone Unturned
Reaching out. Following up. Easier said than done. But, have you really, really done every thing you can do to fully exhaust your options?
I read emails, comments and hear first hand how job ...
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Using QR Codes in Job Search
QR codes...say what? Quick Response code. It works like the bar codes on items you buy at the store. A QR code reader scans the QR code and opens up the link to information.
If you could ...
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3 Ways of Job Searching
There is more than one way to search for a job, you get that, I know. Many times, those who are frustrated with their job searches, specifically networking, criticize the method. They say it isn't ...
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Stressed out? Join the club
Who isn't stressed out right now. There is so much going on in our lives. If you are unemployed, there is financial stress, emotional stress, waiting stress (stress caused by waiting for a return ...
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Job Search Navigation Expert…Hey, that’s me!
Those of you who read my blog regularly know how deeply passionate I am about the subject of job search and career management. I write and speak from the heart.
Since embarking on my own, I have ...
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At What Point Do I Take “Any” Job?
This is a common question for those who are unemployed and there are other variations of it:
When do I start looking for other jobs?
How to I implement a Plan B (Plan C or Plan D)?
Will it ...
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What Type of Help Do You Need for Your Job Search?
Let me start off by saying I believe that everyone needs help with their job search. You may decide you need help early in the process or you may not discover you need it until later. Few of us ...
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It is a Journey, Not a Destination
This title applies in so many ways to your job search. Each path you pursue, each person you talk to, is not a destination, but a stop along a journey. Your final goal is yet to be defined. You ...
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Checklist for Spring Cleaning Your Job Search
I am honored to be part of Career Collective, a community of extremely talented resume writers and career coaches. Spring is just around the corner in some parts of the country. Clean up your job ...
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Find Targets Not Job Postings To Energize Job Search
So you can't find any jobs? Perhaps the answer is to find targets, not job postings.
Sounds kind of crazy, I know. But if you are frustrated because you can't find the types of jobs you are looking ...
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Always Take the Hardest Route
If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is, right?
Now, apply that to your job search. If it is too easy to do, try harder. I don't think this is really what you want to hear, is ...
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Summary Sunday
I read blogs and news outside of my direct field of interest, career management. Why? Because, I have found that I can learn from those doing interesting things in other areas. With a little ...
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Good Things Are Happening
People are landing jobs! This is certainly good news. One reason might be that companies are deciding to open up their doors. However, I fear there won't be enough jobs open to supply all the ...
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Tips for Job Seekers
There are lots of things you can do to improve your job search. You must be willing to ask yourself "Am I happy with the results I am getting?". Really?! Are you turning down job offers? Here are ...
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25 Habits to Break if You Want a Job
This post is one of many Career Collective posts by career and resume experts on Job-hunting “Rules” to Break/ Outdated Job-Search Beliefs. And Habits To Break if you want a new job.
I am honored ...
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Employers Don’t Care About Your Age
While I am sure age-discriminatory practices may exist in some circumstance, I am alarmed by the number of older workers who have a "paranoia" about potentially age-related questions on job ...
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Defense in Job Search?
Perhaps you watched some football yesterday?! I couldn't help but laugh at the "D Fence" sign when it was held up in the crowd, it is so simple.
But, job seekers, shouldn't you be of the ...
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Summary Sunday: Social Media, Passion and Fit
Whether you are stuck in job search, or just starting your quest for a new job, these posts will help you in navigating the tricky terrain! Hey, kind of like a map, compass and guide all rolled into ...
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Is it a “Tweener” Job You Need?
As I was talking to an unemployed web designer yesterday, I suggested she might want to look for a "tweener" job.
A "tweener" job can help you get over the loss, keep your skills fresh, and ...
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Contradiction In Job Search
This week I delivered a week-long job search workshop called Career Navigator. It is an intensive boot camp for professional level job seekers. It is a whirlwind of information and emotions. Any ...
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LinkedIn Tips- How To Find “Great” People to Connect With
How hard is it to find people to connect with on LinkedIn? Not very, if you tap into the wisdom of these 19 experts. ...
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Remember When You Didn’t See the Need for Email
Here I go! I am on a mission- to get more employed people to use LinkedIn. But I need your help.
I was invited to be a guest at a power networking group yesterday. This isn't just any power ...
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Job Search Analytics: Measure & Evaluate Your Activities
Are you tracking your job search analytics? Here's a simple chart of the activities you should measure and evaluate during your job search. ...
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Be Crystal Clear- Show How You Solve a Problem
I was all ready to see the Lunar Eclipse the other morning. I was awake and looking forward to the spectacular event, but alas, it was cloudy, no moon to be seen.
When seeking employment, you are ...
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Be The Best You Can Be
I really enjoy reading Peter Weddle's newsletter. He's promoting a concept he calls The Career Activist Republic- how America's best workers achieve lasting success. It is about self empowerment, ...
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