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By Heather EagarApr 6, 20091 topic

Tips for Getting Past the First Interview

Searching for a job in a tough economy can be extremely challenging. This is especially true if it seems impossible to get past the first interview. Unfortunately, some people seem to have this sort of luck. So what can be done about it? Is there a secret to getting the employer of your choice to call you back for a second interview – and perhaps hire you for the position? There are a few tips that you can utilize to get you on the right track. Let’s look at what they are …

Primary topic: Interviewing Skills

Interviewing Skills

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By Heather EagarAug 1, 20051 topic

You’re Ready for a Career Change…Is Your Resume?

You finally did it. You made the decision to leave a career that makes you dread every Monday morning and pursue one that you feel is your true calling. Congratulations! Making the decision was the hard part, right? Unfortunately, no. You’ve convinced yourself that this is the right move…how do you convince everyone else? It’s time to work on your resume. Resume writing for this situation can be challenging, to say the least. Why? Think about it for a moment – how do you go

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJan 26, 20101 topic

Thinking Out A Great Job Search Strategy

When you're looking for a job, you might think that a good strategy is to wait and see what develops, and trust that fate will bring you the career that you want. But usually, job seekers who take this approach miss out while more focused job seekers score great opportunities. There’s definitely nothing wrong with romanticizing the job search process a bit because it pushes you forward when others are feeling pessimistic. However, you can set yourself up for a tough time if

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarMay 6, 20091 topic

Top-Notch Interviewing: How to Avoid Appearing Too Desperate

The process of applying for jobs can be so taxing that at the end of a long day of searching, it’s pretty common to just collapse from exhaustion. With so much work involved in the process, it’s no wonder that some candidates can get a little desperate. If you feel you are in a position of desperation as you search for jobs, you don’t want this to be obvious if you are called in for an interview. So before you go in for the next one, let’s explore some ways that you can satu

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarMay 10, 20091 topic

Conducting Online Job Searches without Spilling Too Many Beans

If you’ve conducted online job searches, you know that as you apply to companies, you may have to enter a ton of personal information to complete the application. For some, this process is no big deal. However, others feel it’s too invasive and potentially puts them at risk of identity theft. If you are a part of the club that feels incredibly uncomfortable giving out your personal information over the Internet, don’t let it get you down. There are a few ways that you can co

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarAug 28, 20081 topic

Three Common Resume Questions Answered

How many times have you found yourself in the midst of writing your resume when you realized that there were some questions you simply had to have answered before you could move forward? Everyone has probably been in this predicament at least once during a resume-writing experience. Of course, there are some questions that are more frequently asked than others. So before you put your fingers back on the keyboard, let’s take a moment to explore some of the more commonly asked

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By Heather EagarSep 12, 20081 topic

Tips For Writing College Student Resumes And Cover Letters

If you are a college student, you may not yet be accustomed to writing resumes and cover letters. However, the time will soon come where you’ll need to learn in order to secure an on- or off-campus job, internship, or job after graduating. You’ll be happy to know that the process is not difficult. It’s just a matter of gathering your experiences and organizing them effectively. So to give you a jump start on the writing process, let’s look at some ways you can utilize your c

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By Heather EagarMar 19, 20101 topic

Keeping Your Executive Brand in Order

It’s not easy to come up with ways to remain relevant as an executive who is in between jobs. It's critically important for executives to work on (and update) their brands, especially when they're between jobs. While it’s not exactly easy to build and nurture your brand, it’s easy as pie to ruin it. With just a few misguided errors, the brand you’ve worked so hard to build could easily crumble, that is, unless you remember to do the following… Always Plan Your Next Move In

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarNov 29, 20071 topic

It's Time For The Holidays...And Writing Your Resume?

It’s already Holiday time and you’re sitting there wondering where the year went, right? Perhaps you’re looking at what you’ve accomplished over the last 12 months and where to set your sites on for next year. Part of your big plan could be to get a new job. If that’s the case, how’s your resume looking? Is it ready to live up to the expectations of garnering you interviews? If not, or if you’re not sure, then you need to take action. There’s nothing worse than starting off

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By Heather EagarMar 23, 20091 topic

What Counts in a Cover Letter

Writing a cover letter is a commonplace aspect of conducting any job search. When you apply for a job, even if the prospective employer does not ask you for one, it’s good to send one as a way to give them a little more insight into who you are and what you’re capable of. But despite the fact that people write them everyday, many still are unclear about the more important aspects to keep in mind. So to help you out, let’s look more specifically at what counts in a cover lett

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By Heather EagarJan 1, 20101 topic

Tips to Lengthen Your Executive Resume

By the time you reach the executive level, you have undoubtedly racked up a ton of skills and accomplishments. However, it’s not uncommon for your massive list to not translate well on the resume, leaving it too short. As an executive, you want to make sure that your resume fully represents what you’ve managed to accomplish over the years. So if yours isn’t long enough, here are some tips to help you stretch it out. Tell Your Story One way that you can stretch out your min

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By Heather EagarOct 1, 20091 topic

What Your Body Language Says In Your Interviews

Did you know that the way you sit, smile and shake hands can speak volumes during a job interview? It’s true. There is no manual to read to determine how you should manage your body language; however, if you make certain gestures, you’re definitely sending a certain message. So how can you know what message you’re sending with the body language you’re using? Here is a quick guide to give you some ideas of what you’re saying with your gestures. Crossing Your Legs While cros

Primary topic: Interviewing Skills

Interviewing Skills

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By Heather EagarJan 1, 20101 topic

6 Great Executive Resume Writing Tips

It’s easier said than done to create a great resume when you’re under pressure to get it done. This is especially true when you don’t know what to focus your energy on because you have accomplished so much from working your way to the top. But, of course, ultimately there’s no excuse for having a subpar executive resume. So if you’re hitting writer’s block, take a few moments to breathe while reading these six great tips for writing executive resumes. Define a Clear Target

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By Heather EagarJan 28, 20101 topic

Executive Job Search Isn’t Panning Out? Here’s What to Do Next

There is often nothing more frustrating than spending many hours each day searching for a job only to find that your hard work doesn’t seem to be paying off. Of course, most people are aware that job searches (and particularly executive job searches) take some time, but sometimes, you just want things to move a bit faster. While you can't guarantee a perfect job search, you can certainly refine and renew your approach and your resume to keep it on track. A few of these tips

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJan 19, 20101 topic

How To Keep Your Executive Job Search Going Strong In The New Year

Now that the New Year is upon us, it’s time make some choices regarding your executive job search that could help offer you a fresh start. You've likely developed some very effective habits to find a job, but the beginning of a new year is a great place to take a look at your methods and ensure that you're doing everything possible to find that perfect job in 2010. Reevaluate What You Want As you’re thinking about the executive career you’re looking for, it’s good to make s

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJul 28, 20091 topic

Preparing for Executive Interviews

As an executive, you’ve probably been on plenty of interviews in your lifetime – from that entry-level position to the management positions you’ve held. But nothing quite compares to the executive-level interview; if you’ve been on even one you know this is a true statement. So how do you properly prepare for executive-level interviews? There are a number of steps involved to get you on the right track and keep you there. Let’s take a look at what they are … Make Sure You’r

Primary topic: Interviewing Skills

Interviewing Skills

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By Heather EagarMay 8, 20101 topic

Are You a Determined or Desperate Job Seeker?

When you’re anxiously awaiting your next job opportunity, sometimes it’s easy to walk the fine line between being a determined job seeker and desperate one. Of course, it’s not uncommon to feel desperate when you’re ready to get a job, but being desperate is something that should be practiced in the privacy of your home – not where others, namely prospective employers, can catch wind of it. If you’re not sure whether you’re giving off an air of determination or desperation, h

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJun 3, 20101 topic

Creating a Web Presence for Your Job Search

Many people don’t realize just how important it is to create a positive web presence when in the midst of a job search. Unfortunately, it is almost inevitable that a major employer will spend some time Google-ing you before they decide whether they want to consider you as a candidate. So instead of avoiding creating a web presence, it’s good to just dive right in and get started. Get Social Networking Profilesr One of the first steps to consider when creating your web presen

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarFeb 27, 20091 topic

Should You Accept a Low-Paying Job Offer or Stick with Unemployment Benefits?

So you’ve recently been let go from your company and are receiving unemployment benefits when an amazing thing happens – you get a job offer. But it’s not the offer you were hoping for. While it will definitely pay the bills, it will result in you taking less tha 50-percent of what you were making. What do you do? Is it best to take the low-paying job or continue taking the unemployment benefits? This is definitely not a decision that comes with a textbook answer. However, y

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarMay 30, 20101 topic

What Should be Included in Your Executive Resume

n. Writing executive resumes can be a challenging project, especially when you don’t write them on a regular basis. One reason this is the case is because they are so much more entailed than other resumes. Indeed, there are more key components that should be included in executive resumes to increase your chances of being considered for a top-level position. Let’s take a look at some components to add to make sure you don’t miss you chance at the next great job opportunity.

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By Heather EagarJul 8, 20091 topic

Tips for Executives: Searching for Jobs the Right Way

Possibly one of the largest mistakes that an executive could make when searching for a job is conducting the job search as if he were a manager. Once you reach the level of an executive, you have entered a new world and have to treat your job search as such. This means taking different avenues and utilizing more cutting-edge techniques. If you're just stepping into this new world as an executive and want to know how to search for a job the right way, don't just sit there fil

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarApr 27, 20101 topic

Are You Ready to Build Your Executive Network?

Sometimes the most difficult part of the job search is finding the right people to help you out along the way. As an executive, having help - also known as an executive network – is very often vital to getting your next big opportunity. But how do you go about building your executive network? And after it’s been built, how do you nurture it so that it stays intact even while you’re employed? There is an art to getting this done, so let’s explore building your keeping your ex

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarMay 8, 20101 topic

Give Social Networking Some of Your Busy Executive Time Daily

You’ve probably heard over and over again how important it is to get yourself on the Internet and begin the process of social networking when you’re in the middle of conducting an executive job search. Well, even more than keeping a social networking profile alive during this time is doing it all the time. Getting on board with social networking definitely requires a commitment, which is why some just don’t like to do it. But if you keep it up while in the middle of your bus

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarMay 18, 20101 topic

Is Hiring a Resume Writer for You?

Are you ready to write your next resume only to realize that you’re really not that ready? It may be that you’re not sure what to add to the resume. Or it could be that you’re now sure how to pull together all of the information that you do have in a way that shows you’re the right person for the job. If you find yourself struggling to get your resume together, you may want to consider looking for outside help. For many, this outside help comes in the form of a resume writer

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By Heather EagarJun 3, 20101 topic

Why Twitter Is Great for Executive Job Searches

You’ve probably been hearing people rant and rave about how great Twitter is for job searches for a couple of years now. But it’s hard to imagine that this one site could make a difference when you only get to use 140 characters to post your thoughts. On the contrary, the site has made adjustments to accommodate job seekers - and those job seekers have found innovative ways to be noticed with limited resources. If you’re trekking through your executive job search and want to

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarApr 21, 20101 topic

Ways to Make Your Online Executive Brand Come Alive

As you probably already know, creating an executive brand that flourishes online is just as important as developing your brand in the offline world. More and more recruiters are making their way to the Internet to find their next great talent – and of course, being that talent, you want to make sure that they find you in the easiest way possible. Here are some ways to get this done… Get LinkedIn ASAP Signing up for a LinkedIn account is a fantastic way to ensure that profess

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarMar 25, 20101 topic

Job Search Tips: How To Create Your Ideal Position

Are you looking for the next great position, but can’t seem to find a job that matches your qualifications – or what you’re looking for in a position? For most people, this isn't a great place to find yourself. However, it’s not the end of the world. With a well-thought out approach, you may even be able to take your career in brand new directions. How can exactly can you play your cards right, and what cards do you have to play? Your "cards" in this analogy are skills, acco

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarSep 24, 20091 topic

Executive Interviewing: How to Persuade the Right Way

When you’re interviewing for a job at the executive level – especially if you’ve been out of work for a while – you may want to try just about any tactic possible to get the job. Because you’re used to being aggressive to get your way, you may want to try to persuade the interviewer to give you the job. But there are lines that should be drawn when using this tactic. If you want to use persuasion to negotiate your way into a job, there are some great ways to do so that won’t

Primary topic: Interviewing Skills

Interviewing Skills

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By Heather EagarMay 13, 20101 topic

Saving Time in Your Job Search is Easier tha You Think

Don’t you sometimes wish that you could just cut out hours in your job search? Sometimes it seems to take so darn long to research and apply. But the good news is that it really doesn’t have to take very long if you know how to fine-tune your job search. Done correctly, you could easily shave a significant amount of time off of the search and have time for other life duties. Cut Down Your Researchr One of the first ways to save time in your job search is to cut down your res

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarNov 1, 20071 topic

Is Your Cover Letter Fast Food Or Five Star?

If you’ve been job hunting for some time now, you probably have come to the realization that it’s a jungle out there. It’s a jungle with lots of job seekers vying for the exact positions that you are seeking. You have the experience, education and achievements that warrant an interview… but you’re not getting any. What’s going on? Much to your chagrin, and no matter how much you protest, the culprit could be you – not the employer. Well, not you personally but how you’ve rep

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarAug 31, 20061 topic

Get the Results You Want By Using an Executive Summary on Your Resume

In the not-so-distant past, the resume objective section was widely used. The resume objective, simply put, is a 2-3 line statement summarizing the goals you have set for yourself and the position you seek. Many experts in the field feel that a section on resume objectives may be omitted. They suggest the use other useful information instead. A resume objective focuses on your personal goals, which often reads like a wish statement - in most cases, in complete disregard of w

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarAug 17, 20061 topic

You Aren’t Single Dimensional – So Why Is Your Resume?

Choosing a resume style is as difficult or easy as choosing the most suitable dress or suit for that all-important interview. It is all too simplistic to say that a one ‘jacket fits all’ strategy will work for everyone when deciding what resume style to use – still, most job seekers take this approach and use a functional resume, even when it may not be well suited to their specific situation. One appropriate alte ative to the functional resume is the combination resume. You

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJan 11, 20071 topic

Are You A Job Search Procrastinator?

You’ve been in a dead-end job for months, or even years now, yet you can’t seem to gather up the courage to look for a new job. Or your company announced there will be a series of layoffs coming this year and you don’t know if you’re going to be affected. Is that enough to make you start job hunting? If not, then you could be considered a job search procrastinator.nnPrepare for Layoffs “I’m comfortable where I’m at.” This is one of the more common scenarios when someone does

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarDec 26, 20071 topic

The Cubicle Isn't Always Bigger On The Other Side

Patience. It’s a difficult trait to possess when you’re in the middle of a job search. This is especially true when you’re miserable in your current job. You think any job would be better than the one you’re in now. Caution: Tread carefully; you don’t want to make any decisions in haste and out of desperation. That can lead to an even less favorable job which will cause you to go through the whole job search process again…much sooner than you would have liked.nnMake sure it’s

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarApr 28, 20091 topic

Ways to Transition from a Large to a Smaller Company

It’s not always easy to work for a big company – especially when that big company lays you off and leaves you unwanted by smaller companies. Unfortunately, this scenario is true for too many veterans who have been let go from business giants only to be shot down by smaller companies that are intimidated by them. While this may describe what you’re experiencing while searching for a job, it doesn’t have to be the end of the world for you. Instead, let’s take a look at some wa

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarApr 11, 20091 topic

4 Resume Dos

The process of creating a resume can definitely be a daunting one. There are so many aspects to consider throughout the creation process, including spelling, grammar, and of course, making sure to incorporate the right jobs, duties fulfilled, and anything else that ensures the hiring manager understands your worth. With so much to consider, it’s no wonder people have a difficult time sorting out all of the details. To help you sort out your own resume-writing venture, let’s

Primary topic: Career Coach and Career Coaching

Career Coach and Career Coaching

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By Heather EagarJan 30, 20091 topic

Don't Be Side-Swiped By a Buyout

With various sectors of our economy falling apart left and right, many businesses are closing, or cutting back at the very least. As a result, thousands of employees each month are being let go. Some of the businesses that have been around longer are handling the need to let employees go by asking them to take a voluntary buyout package, which usually involves a hefty compensation package. Depending on the person, this could be good or bad. If you have been, or are about to

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarOct 19, 20061 topic

Stuck in a Job Search Rut?

It happens. You get all pumped up to look for a new job, get your resume and cover letter all spruced up and then…nothing. How do you put the excitement back in your job search? Remember Why You’re Job Hunting It’s easy to forget why you felt it was important to look for a job in the first place. You get in a ‘job search grind’ and can’t seem to muster up the enthusiasm you had when you first started job hunting. So how do you get some of that ‘I want a better job’ attitud

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarAug 30, 20071 topic

Moms Going Back to Work for Financial Security

There has been a ton of discussion lately about stay-at-home moms sacrificing their financial health for the sake of raising their children. Whether you agree or disagree with this statement, there are a lot of moms returning to the workforce to make an extra buck and keep their foot in the corporate world. However, it doesn’t have to be an all or nothing approach. What are some ways to successfully get you back into the working world? Take a look:nnWork Part-Time This can

Primary topic: Financial Freedom

Financial Freedom

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By Heather EagarApr 23, 20101 topic

Unique Tips for Helping Executive Recruiters Find Your Resume

With more people than ever vying for the same executive job opportunities, it’s important that you take every unique step possible to make sure that recruiters can find your resume among the many others out there. But how exactly can you get this done? Here are some tips to make sure to help your resume stand out among the rest. Make LinkedIn Your Friend It’s hard to over-stress just how great a tool LinkedIn is for those who are pursuing opportunities in the professional

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarOct 4, 20071 topic

Cover Letter Mistake #3: Call Me Because I Won't Call You

The last paragraph of your cover letter can be very powerful. How you end it could leave a lasting impression with the employer – good or bad. So before you sign off using your typical, “Please call me at your earliest convenience to set up an interview” kind of mumbo-jumbo, take care to let the employer off the hook and put the responsibility to follow-up squarely on your shoulders.nnMark this date By stating that you’re going to follow up with the employer on a particular

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarAug 24, 20061 topic

Be Prepared for Any Interview Question

Things can go really against you despite your thorough preparation for just a couple of ‘types’ of interview questions. However, it is possible to ignore or forget the other types of possible interview questions. This brings us to different ‘types’ of interview questions, along with traditional questions or questions pertaining to your core skills.nnTypes Of Interview Questions It is crucial for you to be able to anticipate different types of questions that may come up in an

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarAug 31, 20061 topic

Writing Your Cover Letter – You Really Can Do It

The dreaded cover letter. This is where you, the job candidate, have to convey all this important information as to why you’re the perfect person for the job. It shouldn’t be that difficult, right? For multiple reasons, however, it makes some job seekers procrastinate applying for jobs. Do you ever find yourself making the following excuses? I’m Not a Good Writer Even if you’re not a writer by trade, you can put together a great cover letter. If you know writing a cover let

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJun 7, 20051 topic

Searching for Employment

Searching for a job can be a daunting and confusing task for anyone, whether he or she is just entering the job market, looking for a better job or find him or herself without a job after several years with one employer. A job search can be successful when the person looking for a job knows exactly what they should and should not do when looking for a new job. Once a person has located a job that they desire, the applicant needs to get their resume ready and avoid the most co

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJun 2, 20091 topic

Reinvent Your Career By Knowing “You”

If you’ve been thinking about starting a new career, you may be feeling confused as to where to start. You know you don’t want to continue on your current path, but you don’t exactly know what new path to take. One very important aspect of reinventing your career is knowing exactly who you are as a person and what you want, not just in your profession, but in your life as a whole. To help you get a grip on who the real “you” is when trying to start over career-wise, let’s lo

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarFeb 2, 20101 topic

Ways To Avoid Missing A Fantastic Job Opportunity

Do you sometimes feel that despite all of your efforts to find work, you may be missing out on some great job opportunities? In many situations, this common conce can be extremely accurate. But how can you avoid missing out on great jobs? What can you do differently? There are a few ways to make sure you’re on target with your job search without passing up opportunities you may not see that are literally right in front of your eyes. Here are some to consider … Step Outside

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarAug 7, 20081 topic

Writing Resumes For Federal Jobs

So you’re looking to land your first Federal job and are just about to start working on your resume. Stop right there. Before you put pen to paper (or fingers to keys), you should know that applying for Federal employment is different than the private sector. Federal guidelines require that you provide very specific and detailed information to apply for a job by way of the OF-612 form or Federal resume (along with a KSA). Since the Federal resume carries the greatest influen

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarFeb 18, 20101 topic

Why Executives Should Consider Trends When Planning A Job Search

The New Year has brought on many new trends in the job search world – and the same is true in the executive realm. Executives need to stay up to date, because otherwise they'll fall behind when searching for a job and might not consider some of the newer tactics that professionals use to find positions. Regardless of how long your executive job search has been, you can refine it and shorten it by quite a bit by looking into a few of the executive job search trends of 2010. G

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJan 3, 20091 topic

Making Your Career Dreams a Reality

One of the most challenging dreams to realize for many people is identifying then fulfilling their goal to acquire a great career. Sometimes it can seem that it will take a lifetime to actually get a foot in the door. But if you have an idea of what you would like to do in your professional life, then your next step is to begin making your dream a reality. For many people, the route to starting their dream career will vary, but there are a few steps anyone can take to set th

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJul 3, 20081 topic

Creating Your Cover Letter When Feeling Overqualified

Are you highly skilled in your profession, yet seeking a job that for which you are probably overqualified? It is never bad to come into a position already encompassing a boatload of skills. However, some employers are intimidated by applicants who they feel are overqualified, which means you may have your work cut out for you. If you know you have high qualifications, but think this could stand in the way of the job you want, you can use your cover letter to change minds. L

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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