The Employers’ Perspective Of Your Candidacy

The Employers’ Perspective Of Your Candidacy

by | May 16, 2016 | , ,

One of the biggest hurdles to overcome when job searching is just how personal it all feels. No one wants his or her body of work judged as not worthy of the job for which he or she applies. Not to mention, one’s very personal life is further involved when the job equals livelihood. Feelings wrapped up in the pursuit make the entire process very tedious.

Separating your feelings from your search seems such simple advice. But, how to you do that? I came across Arnie Fertig’s article, “3 Employer Concerns Every Job Candidate Must Address” which presents a perspective sure to help reframe your search so as to put your energy not into keeping your emotions at bay but to focus on the important nuts and bolts of the process.

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Does Online Education Have a Place On the Resume?

Does Online Education Have a Place On the Resume?

by | May 9, 2016 | , ,

Whether you are gainfully employed wanting to continue your professional education, or you are in between jobs and hope to fill in some experience gaps, online education is a great route to pursue. But, is this the kind of information that should show up on your resume?

The short answer is: Yes.

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Get the Job Paying Attention To Detail, Part 2

Get the Job Paying Attention To Detail, Part 2

by | May 2, 2016 | , ,

Larry Slesinger, author of “Why Qualified Candidates Don’t Always Get the Best Jobs,” acknowledges a number of factors come into play as to why a qualified applicant doesn’t land a particular job including having too much or too little experience or that his or her experience is good but not quite the right fit in that organization. Those are aspects over which an applicant has little or no control. However, there are other areas a job seeker can completely control and to which specific attention should be given to make a strong, positive mark during the interview process.

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Get the Job Paying Attention To Detail, Part 1

Get the Job Paying Attention To Detail, Part 1

by | Apr 25, 2016 | , ,

With so much going for you, the last thing you want to do is overlook a detail or make a professional faux pas that takes you out of the running. Larry Slesinger’s article, “Why Qualified Candidates Don’t Always Get the Best Jobs” outlines some particulars of the job search process worthy of attention so you don’t end up eliminating yourself.

This week’s topics are with regard to the application process. It is at this stage where attention to detail is crucial so you stand out amidst the many applicants. Slesinger refers to the following list as the reasons why a qualified candidate can end up “dead on arrival.”

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Creating and Utilizing a Strong Reference List

Creating and Utilizing a Strong Reference List

by | Apr 19, 2016 | , ,

Of course, there are some do’s and don’ts for both the creation and utilization of your references. Lindsay Olson’s article, “10 Common (and Corrosive) Job Reference Mistakes” provides key considerations. Olson suggests aiming to compile of list of three to five people. After identifying those whom you’d like in that role, consider the following guidelines.

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Essential Resume Writing Guidelines

Essential Resume Writing Guidelines

by | Apr 11, 2016 |

With so much advice as to the best way to write a resume, how is it possible to know whose instruction to follow? The sheer volume of articles is overwhelming, so it’s easy to see how it could all blur together to the point you end up making up your own rules. And, on top of it all, your resume means something to you. You feel like the paper you create represents who you are more than what you have done. And, that makes its creation even more overwhelming, so you overthink every word you type. The confusion and struggle with objectivity over writing a resume can very well end up sabotaging it without your even knowing it.

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Conquering Your Job Search Fears

Conquering Your Job Search Fears

by | Mar 28, 2016 | , ,

As an adult, it’s often difficult to identify, much less admit to having, a fear. And, it’s even more difficult to see how it might sabotaging your efforts including those involving your job search. The fact is, though, many people wrestle with all kinds of fears when in search of a new job. I’ve highlighted some of the common job hunting fears Marty Nemko identified in his article, “Overcoming Fear of Looking for a Job.” Take a look to see if you can relate to any (or all) of them, then consider the suggestions as to how to reframe such fears to get them out of your way.

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