There are two types of job seekers—those who are actively seeking employment, and those currently working, but searching for better opportunities. Unlike active candidates, those people are known as ‘passive.’ Both types have one thing in common—they spend time online. A lot of time online. Recruiters and human resources departments know how much of ourContinue reading “Is Your Social Media Activity "Resume Ready?"”
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Time to Freshen Your Resume!
Searching for a new job, your resume is your first impression—your calling card. If it’s staler than last year’s Halloween candy, it’s going straight into the “retention file.” How do you refresh a stale resume?
How Not to Write Resumes, Job Descriptions [Infographic]
A picture may be worth a thousand words, but for job searchers, hiring managers and human resources departments, words can count quite a bit more! In crafting the tools for a competitive job market—for employers and job seekers—both what you say and how you say it are essential to making an impact. Like marketing copy,Continue reading “How Not to Write Resumes, Job Descriptions [Infographic]”
13 Things HR WON’T Tell You
The road to getting an excellent job is never in a straight line. Often, it is filled with twists, turns, secrets, surprises and (maybe) a few missteps. Many job seekers send out their resumes of recruiters and human resources departments and pray for the best. In many cases, they are left the dark about exactlyContinue reading “13 Things HR WON’T Tell You”
13 Things HR WON'T Tell You
The road to getting an excellent job is never in a straight line. Often, it is filled with twists, turns, secrets, surprises and (maybe) a few missteps. Many job seekers send out their resumes of recruiters and human resources departments and pray for the best. In many cases, they are left the dark about exactlyContinue reading “13 Things HR WON'T Tell You”
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