Three tips for using LinkedIn in your job search are to build an exemplary profile, a relevant network and an operational research foundation. With LinkedIn, you can find a...
A cover letter gives you the opportunity to highlight your skills and explain why you are an ideal candidate for a position. Since a cover letter is often the first thing...
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I am social media freak. I love Facebook. I have a Twitter account but don’t really use it. That does not stop me from reading random tweets from people I don’t know. It’s...
Competition for jobs is fierce, but great cover letters give you an edge in the job market. A quality cover letter that targets a specific position with a specific company...
For today’s job seekers, the competition is ferocious. For every job you apply for, you only have one chance to grab the prospective employer's attention. Your cover letter...
During a long job search, it is easy to fall into a rut and out of good habits. Switching from good habits to unhealthy ones complicates your job search and limits your appeal...
You have heard it before – it’s not what you know, it’s who you know. While there is a certain amount of truth to this, most of us realize that to succeed in business,...
As 2014 nears the halfway mark, U.S. citizens are looking for reassurance that the stalled economic growth of the first quarter isn't a sign of ill things to come. In fact,...
The economy has been slowly and steadily improving since the Great Recession hit, but that doesn't mean that everyone who lost their job has found a new one. If you are one of...
Your online presence is becoming just as important when searching for a new job as presenting a well-crafted resume. Consequently, the use of digital options for showcasing...
Do you hate to write cover letters when you apply for a job? Most people do. The truth is, however, that a great cover letter can make a real difference when an interviewer is...
Ah, the age-old question in job interviews: "How do you stay organized?" It's like being asked how you take your coffee—everyone's got their own unique approach. But fear not,...
A cover letter is a crucial tool for job seekers. It serves as a writing sample and lets potential employers know why they should hire you for their open positions. By adding...
Staying positive during a job search is challenging, especially if you have spent a period of time unemployed or underemployed. Feeling desperation and pressure to get out of...