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Actions you take early in the job search process will determine how well you perform down the line. Like a chess or checkers game, you need to think one or two steps ahead at each stage of the job search process. What desired salary you put down on the application at the beginning of your […]
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You Have a Shot if You Can Help the Company How do people get hired when they don’t appear to be the most qualified candidates? They show companies how they can solve their problems, address their challenges, and help them reach their goals. If you don’t have the MBA degree requested in the job announcement […]
Best Way to Overcome Rejection When you focus on developing connections, seeking advice, building relationships, and tapping into emotions, you will find that opportunities will often come your way. There is nothing worse than applying for jobs online, landing an interview, going through a lengthy interview process, being rejected in the final round of interviews, […]
Provide Stamps of Approval You don’t need a study to convince you that testimonials, referrals, letters of recommendation, and other stamps of approval are valuable. When hiring managers and recruiters have information overload, they look for ways to minimize the time to review applications and invite the best candidates in for interviews. How do they […]
The Little Things Are the Big Things Don’t forget the importance of the little things. During the job search process, the little things are the big things that will often make or break you. One error on your cover letter or resume will probably eliminate you. A flimsy handshake can create a negative impression that […]
Add Something Unique to Your Job Search Documents Add at least one related, unique, or impressive extracurricular activity, talent, personal quality, or accomplishment to your resume or cover letter to create conversation and intrigue. And you should anticipate that at least one of the hiring committee members will ask about it. Find ways to show […]
Actions you take early in the job search process will determine how well you perform down the line. Like a chess or checkers game, you need to think one or two steps ahead at each stage of the job search process. What desired salary you put down on the application at the beginning of your […]
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