Jan
19

Not Messing Up a Job Interview

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Some undesirable behaviors and crazy complaints that will destroy a job applicant’s chances to being offered the job, 1.   Saying something like “wow it took me two and a half hours to get here.” 2.   “I had a problem finding your business premises.” 3.   “Of course I’ll take the job.  How much does it pay?”… Continue reading »

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Jul
02

Finding New Employees, via Social Networks

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A NY Times story by Julie Weed ‘Alan Kennedy… did what many job seekers are now advised to do: he set up profiles on Facebook and LinkedIn.’ ‘Mr. Kennedy’s former co-worker used a software tool to search the profile information of his Facebook friends and LinkedIn contacts. He flagged Mr. Kennedy as a possible match… Continue reading »

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Jun
13

Resumes part 5 the “must have” cover letter

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Resumes – Cover Letter ‘Rules’ Part “A” Your cover letter should be specifically written and targeted at the position you seek rather than just come across as your cover letter type ‘form letter’. Effective cover letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and why you would like to work for them… Continue reading »

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