During my job search I read dozens of books and articles took programs and even

sat at the feet of two of the most experienced Human Resource professionals. In a

few moments, you will learn the real keys to standing out and rising above the

norm. Stick to the facts and only reveal information that will encourage the reader

to call you for an interview. If in doubt, leave it out. Pay careful attention to this one. Continue reading →

Employer and interviewers expect you to answer tough question during interviews. Take a few minutes to brainstorm on how you might elaborate on the following answers. The answers you give to these questions that will be asked during your interview will be very important in your career prospects. Continue reading →

Have you been desperately looking for a job and keep coming up short? Despite all that you do, does every attempt you make seem to fail? Are you at that point of quitting? Ever wonder why you have not been called back? Not long ago, I was right where you are. I was all over the place, running here and there looking for the magic pill to help me. Then it hit me. Have you ever noticed that some people always seem to have employers chasing them? If you are like me, you probably wondered, what’s their secret? Continue reading →

Going to an interview without a plan of action is like going out on a football field without a game plan. Total disaster! Suppose I were to ask you right now.

“What are your skills or attributes?” Could you give a good answer?

Suppose I were to ask you the question that’s in every interviewer’s mind.

“Why should I hire you?” What would you say?

All of the interviewer’s questions that you will see in this section have a purpose, and that is to put solid meaning into your interview preparation. So, do study them, all of them.Interviewers have different styles, some you will like better than others. The keys to any successful interview are the four B’s. Continue reading →

You’ve just received a call to interview with your dream company. Do you know how to prepare for the interview so that you’ll feel confident, have a good experience and set yourself apart from others? Try following the steps below and you’ll not only be well prepared, you’ll present yourself as a true professional. Continue reading →

Use these interview tips for job hunting success!

It’s a tough job market out there today. And gettingthe job you want requires more than just a killerresume. In other words, you can’t just sell yourself onpaper. You also have to be able to do it inperson–in a face-to-face job interview.

Here are a few interview tips to help you make a greatimpression on the person who interviews you. Continue reading →

Every great resume deserves a great cover letter.

A cover letter is crucial because it’s the first thingthe hiring manager sees. And you only have seconds tograb his or her attention. So, you have to make surethe cover letter stands out from the dozens–or maybeeven hundreds–of others that cross the hiringmanager’s desk each week.

You might ask, why bother at all with a cover letter?If I only have a few seconds to grab a recruiter’sattention, why not do it with a resume? The answer is,that even the best resume is a rather dry listing ofaccomplishments and abilities. By definition, it’s asummary. Continue reading →

Hi, I am Mr. Employer.

Even though you think I can see you and how wonderful it would be for you to come to work for our company. I can’t.I am not surprised; I get hundreds of résumé’s from people just like you who forget to paint a good picture of themselves for us.I am very surprised how many applicants assume that we, at this company, are mind readers and we have a crystal ball that allows us to see all the pertinent information you have left out. Continue reading →

Sometimes the freelance writing jobs available are those that no one wants. Or, they are those that new businesses are looking to fill. You will not find postings for the best jobs and employment because many of those jobs go to individuals who already have an established career or a good working relationship with those businesses. For those looking for career advice to find the best freelance writing jobs available, they can find a few things here that will help them get the experience they need or at least get a foot in the door. Continue reading →

There are many reasons why you could be in the marketfor a new job right now. Perhaps…

==> You just graduated from high school–or even better,college–and you’re ready to strike out on a quest foryour first “real” job.

==> Your worst fears finally manifested and you’ve beendownsized.

==> You’re bored with the career path you’ve been on forthe past few years, and you’re ready to strike out in anew direction. Continue reading →