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By Heather EagarDec 7, 20061 topic

Standing Out from the Crowd at Career Fairs

It can be intimidating walking into a career fair…all of those employers waiting for YOU to come and meet them. However, if you’re armed with the knowledge and confidence that you need, this could be the beginning of a new – or – better career. Do Your Research Treat the career fair as a bunch of mini interviews. Find out beforehand what companies are going to be there and which ones you’re interested in talking to. For those organizations, do your research just like you wo

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarFeb 21, 20081 topic

Grinning Through The Pain Of Your Job Search

Sometimes no matter how much you try you can’t - and don’t want to – make your current job work for you. Maybe it’s too many demands coming from too many places; maybe it’s the lack of systems that is driving you crazy. Whatever it is, you’re at your breaking point and you know it’s time to look elsewhere for career fulfillment. If you’re like most job seekers, a new job isn’t going to fall into your lap the second you want it to. It’s going to take a little time to find the

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarJun 24, 20091 topic

Switching from a Suffering Industry to a Safe One=

If you’ve been laid off from your job because the industry is drying up – or think you’re in jeopardy of this happening – and want to find a solution to your problem, you’re not alone. There are a lot of people who started out in the industry of their choice only to realize that it is dying out pretty fast. Being in this predicament doesn’t mean that you’re traveling down a dead-end road, however. In fact, it could mean the beginning of a fantastic new direction to your care

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarNov 13, 20081 topic

New-Age Recruiting: Using Online Social Networks To Secure Employment

The world of job recruiting has changed drastically in recent years. Whereas in the past, the route to securing employment was simply getting your resume together and responding to help-wanted ads – or even getting approached by a headhunter – now much of the recruitment process is taken care of on the Internet. Both recruiters and job seekers are finding that by mingling with one another through mediums like online social networks, they can accomplish their combined goal of

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarMay 11, 20091 topic

Snagging a Great Internship: 3 Resume-Writing Tips

It’s not uncommon for an intern-hopeful to feel shocked after realizing that they need to create a resume in order to apply for a position. Because many on-campus jobs are obtainable without a resume, some students never assume they will need it to apply for an internship. They’re wrong. The truth is many large companies require that their internship candidates submit resumes and cover letters just as job candidates are required to do. This can feel intimidating to the stude

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarOct 11, 20071 topic

Take A Side Job For The Sake Of Your Career

When was the last time you looked at your life and said, “How in the world did I get here?” A month ago? Last week? This morning? Sometimes you can wonder that in a good way as if you’ve had a great fortune in love, life and work. Other times, it’s not thought of in such a positive light. When it comes to your career, is it ever too late to ‘go back?’ It depends on each person’s own circumstances but in more cases than not, it can be done. And sometimes it doesn’t even have

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarOct 16, 20081 topic

Choosing Your Dream Career

The path to finding the career of your dreams can sometimes feel so daunting. To make matters worse, it can seem that while you struggle to figure out just what it is you want to do, others have the good fortune of recognizing and living out their dreams everyday. But rest assured that these people are by far in the minority. So if you’re a part of the majority and are trying to figure out how to do what you absolutely love – or even figure out what you love – there are ways

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarOct 23, 20081 topic

Protecting Yourself from Work-from-Home Scams

As the Internet becomes more popular, there are increasing opportunities to not only become employed by this medium, but also work from home while doing so. However, not every online opportunity is trustworthy. There are tons of scam artists ready to take advantage of the naïve. This is not to say that there aren’t any legitimate work-from-home jobs. You just have to learn how to catch the signs of a scam artist. So before you begin your search for an at-home job, let’s expl

Primary topic: Home Business

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By Heather EagarApr 26, 20091 topic

Making Electronic Resumes Work for You

We’re living in an electronic world, which means it’s pretty important that when it comes to resumes you learn to be an electronic girl – or boy. There are a high percentage of companies that prefer that job candidates submit applications and resumes online. So if you don’t know how to do so, you may find yourself left behind your technologically advanced competition. The good news is that it’s not difficult to understand the basics of electronic resumes. If you know how to

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarFeb 16, 20091 topic

Waiting for Job Opportunities: How to Keep Yourself Occupied

With over 500,000 people losing their jobs in the month of November 2008, and over 10 million unemployed in the United States to date, the thought of acquiring a job can almost seem hopeless. But it’s not. Companies are still hiring, jobs are still available, and you can have one – as long as you don’t give up. But what do you do in the meantime to keep yourself occupied? If you’re not busy while waiting to hear back from prospective employers, you can easily fall into a sta

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJan 8, 20091 topic

Making the Most of Your References

When searching for employment, you will find that most employers will at some point ask you to provide a list of your references. This may seem like a simple request to fulfill, but in actuality, choosing references is something that should be done with care. So before you throw your own list out there to employers, let’s take a look at some ideas to keep in mind. Why Provide References Employers usually ask for references during the course of an application process for two

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJun 17, 20091 topic

Keeping Your Spirits Up in a Tough Job Search Environment

No matter how you’ve become unemployed over the past year or more – whether through choice or force – if you’re looking to regain employment, this is a tough time to make your dream a reality. With millions of jobs lost in the past few months, acquiring a new gig is not a simple task. In fact, the process can be downright discouraging, which is why it’s good to keep with you a few ways that you can keep your spirits up during your job search. Let’s look at what they are … M

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarJan 18, 20091 topic

Developing Your Career from the Ground Up

If you’re just graduating from college, or deciding to enter the workforce after spending your adult years involved in other projects, then you have the benefit many others don’t: building your career from the ground up. For some, this prospect may sound scary – especially if they’re in the midst of a career that has been rocky all along the way. But if you take your time to plan your prospective career – as well as alte atives – before you get started, you should be able to

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJun 5, 20081 topic

Creating Resumes For Contract And Temporary Positions

Looking to apply for a new contract or temporary position but are unsure of how to create the right resume? You’ll be happy to know that writing resumes for these types of positions is not as difficult as you think. The major difference between resumes for temporary or contract work and those for permanent positions is the need to more specifically focus on your accomplishments and personality. Let’s explore some ways you can get this done. “I’m a Quick Learner” When apply

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarAug 21, 20091 topic

Don't Let Being Over 50 Slow Your Executive Level Job Search

Job searches are often difficult enough without throwing curveballs into the equation like age. But age is definitely a factor, even at the executive level where one would think that expertise would be valued over all else. If you’re over 50 and are running into problems being considered for positions at the executive level, you’re not alone. The good news is that you don’t have to fall victim to it. Instead, you can utilize some great tips to showcase your viability in your

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarNov 6, 20081 topic

Job Hunting: 3 Tips For Successful Interviewing

It can be a nerve-wrecking prospect to think about your impending job interview. What will you say? How will you dress? What if the interviewer asks questions for which you don’t know the answers? These are all questions you may run through your mind before ever meeting the prospective employer. But while interviews can be intimidating, they don’t have to be feared – especially if you come equipped with the right knowledge. So let’s look at three tips that can help you place

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarMay 19, 20091 topic

New Job, New Tricks: Social Networking and the Job Search for Baby Boomers

In the new world of technology, it’s very common for job seekers to work via the Internet to find their employment. This is mainly because many employers have moved their application processes to the Internet – as well as their headhunters. In other words, if you want to find employment, your best bet is to do it online. This is just as true for Baby Boomers as it is the younger generation, which is why some Baby Boomers are considering popular avenues to get their names out

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarApr 2, 20091 topic

Finding Jobs Created By the New Stimulus Bill

We all know that in 2009 some major adjustments have been occurring on the job front, including a new stimulus bill that is proposing to create 3.5 million new jobs. But how are you affected by this new bill? If you have been recently laid off from an employer affected by the recession, or are simply looking for a new opportunity, the bill is going to open new ones. So let’s take a closer look at just what this new bill can mean for you in your search to find a new employment

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarSep 25, 20081 topic

How To Handle Your First Interview

You’re fresh out of college, or have been a stay-at-home mom for years, and are now ready to take on your first job. You’ve turned in multiple applications at various employers, and out of that you’ve secured your first interview. Nail-biting time, right? Not necessarily. The interview is actually where you get to sell your qualifications to the employer. So before you head in for your first interview, let’s look at some ways that you can heighten your chances of turning it

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarSep 13, 20071 topic

Signs Your Resume Has Gone Bad

If you’ve ever been in the position to review resumes and cover letters, then you know there are some funky ones out there. But what really makes a resume a bad resume? nnIt goes on and on and on… Resumes, as a rule, should not be longer than two pages. Yes, there are exceptions but mostly likely, you want your resume to be a neat one or two page document. You want to keep the reader’s attention and if you have a whole book to read, it doesn’t mean that you’re all that good;

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarDec 11, 20081 topic

Green Collar Jobs and How You Can Fit In

The world is constantly changing before our eyes. Technology has created advancements that we could never have imagined 20 years ago. But with many of the advancements have come negative changes to our environment like pollution and global warming that affect the way we live our lives. As a result, these changes have inspired the creation of jobs meant to contribute to and aid our environment rather than destroy it. These jobs are called “green collar jobs.” If you are inter

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By Heather EagarOct 2, 20081 topic

Continuing Your Education Can Enhance Your Career

Have you recently thought about enhancing your career? The thought of making more money and having more responsibility can sound very exciting; that is, until you think about what you would need to do to fulfill your goal. Often times, you can make moves within your field with the experience and education you already have. But occasionally you may find that the qualification requirements of a job you want surpass your level of expertise. If this is the case, you may want to

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarApr 11, 20081 topic

Your Resume's Design - How Important Is It?

The thought of writing a resume can be intimidating to say the least. There is so much to consider that the process can easily leave you too exhausted to continue – even before you start. What’s worse is if you have no idea how to create the design – or even how important the design actually is to the resume. The design can have a lot of influence on how successful your resume is in procuring you interviews. There are some simple tips that will help improve your resume signi

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarNov 20, 20081 topic

Networking Can Jump-Start Your Career

There are a number of ways that you can acquire the job you want. You can go the traditional route of finding an ad and applying for the job, or going through the temp agency where you can get your feet wet in certain fields. But another great way to get a job is through networking. Whether you have a family member who can make recommendations for you, or you join an organization where you get inside tips on companies, meeting the right people help you get you the job you wa

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarApr 21, 20091 topic

Tips for Grads Looking for Employment During the Recession

Being a college grad in the middle of a recession is one of the toughest times to try to find a job. Unfortunately, there are thousands of students who have recently graduated – or are about to cross the stage – who will be looking for employment with 4 million others who have recently been laid off. So how can someone with very little experience compete against candidates who have years of know-how and education under their belts? There are a few tips to consider that can he

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarSep 6, 20071 topic

What Makes Your Job Search Go 'Round

It’s no secret: your job search can be a drag. And it can be very draining on your psyche. Maybe if we go in-depth to see what really is all involved in a job search and what it entails, it’ll help you gain perspective.nnThe Mental Preparation Yep, you have to be in the right frame of mind for a job search. If you’re not then it can mean a very stressful and tense time for you. It can also cause you not to put your best work into your job search. Let me explain this last po

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarApr 18, 20091 topic

Cover Letter Etiquette

Whether you’ve written one or one hundred cover letters in your lifetime, they can present enough challenges to make you dread the process each time. It’s for this reason that many people resort to the “carbon copy” cover letter as opposed to creating an original one for each job application. The “carbon copy” cover letter is not recommended because it lacks authenticity. Even worse, it forces you to turn your back on cover letter etiquette. If you want to make sure that you

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarMar 28, 20081 topic

IT Resume Services - Your Ticket To High-Tech Success

If you are an IT professional and are looking for a job, then you have lots of competition. That means you can’t leave your job search to chance. You need a professional resume – one written by an IT resume services company. When you work with IT resume services, you’ll get a well-written resume targeted specifically to high-tech employers. More to the point, your resume will get RESULTS.nnLet IT Resume Services Do the Work Should you prepare your own resume - or would it

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarOct 9, 20081 topic

Getting Your Foot In The Door With Temp Work

Sometimes finding the job you want requires that you take unorthodox methods to get there. More and more people are finding this out as the economy dries up and competition for employment gets stiffer. This is why, for many, temporary work is a great route to take to get their foot in the door. It might work for you too. But before you sign on with a temp agency, take a look at some ways you can use it to your benefit. Test Out or Cement Career Options Whether you’re looki

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarSep 27, 20071 topic

Cover Letter Mistake #2: Who Are You and Why Should I Interview You?

Have you ever been reading some piece of literature and as you’re reading you realize you have no idea what the point of the whole piece actually is? It’s very annoying and you’re likely not to read another word because you feel like you’ve already wasted your time. Have you thought about what a hiring manager must think when this happens with a cover letter? Imagine being inundated with resumes and cover letters that don’t even say anything important. They consider those ty

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJan 9, 20091 topic

How to Manage Salary Negotiations

It’s not as difficult as you may think. In fact, in many ways it can be similar to any other business transaction. So if you’ve been thinking that it’s time to get a raise, or ask for a specific salary with a new job, take a look at some ways to get it done. Approaching the Employer Probably one of the most challenging prospects of negotiating your salary is deciding how to approach an employer. It can feel very intimidating to tell a company how much you want them to pay y

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarMay 2, 20081 topic

Resume Tips For Career Fairs And Online Job Banks

If you’re all set to attend a career fair – or are looking to post your resume on an online job bank – and are conce ed about how to create a resume for companies you have yet to meet, you are not alone. Fortunately, there are ways to create great resumes capable of catching the eyes of potential recruiters no matter what venue you’re working with. Here are a few ideas to get you started.nnConduct Research to Gauge Recruiters Whether you’re looking to leave your resumes wit

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarFeb 11, 20091 topic

Strategies for Older Workers to Market Themselves

Just because you may be entering retirement age does not mean that you are too old to work if you still want (or need) to. In fact, many companies are looking to the Baby Boomer generation and beyond to fill in roles that require years of experience. So if you’re looking to come out of retirement, or simply want to switch jobs and are at an age that some might consider older, don’t put yourself out of the game. Instead, take on a few of these strategies to help you market yo

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Heather EagarJan 3, 20091 topic

Tips for Finding Great Internship Opportunities

As you make this determination, it is important to acquire experiences along the way that can help develop your career. One of the best ways to get this done is through an internship. If you’re looking to open the door to some great internship opportunities, here are some tips to get you started. Conduct Research As with any other job, when seeking an internship, it’s important to conduct research on the companies you want to work for, as well as the responsibilities they c

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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