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Friday, July 30, 2010



Resume Writing Services: Your Best Bet to Get You That First Interview

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Not all resume writing services are created equal. There, I've said it! Knowing this, job applicant beware! Now, I don't recommend people do their own resumes for many reasons, some of which I'll cover in this article. The biggest reason is that your resume may become too unfocused and unaware if you undertake the writing yourself. That's also the biggest reason to use resume writing ...

The Five Worst Job Interview Questions Ever—And How to Deal With Them

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Jobseekers hate interviews. What's to like? You have to dress up in your most uncomfortable clothes, put on the shoes that pinch your feet, and go somewhere you have never been before to try and impress people that you don't know—and already don't like. What makes it even worse is when you finally get to the interview, you are asked vague and meaningless questions meant to make you trip and ...

Job Interview Thank You Letters: If You Want to Be Hired, You Better Mind Your Manners!

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One of the cornerstones of clear communication is acknowledgment. With it, we can end a cycle of exchange while indicating that we have understood the message. Without an acknowledgment, we are never sure if our message has been received or perceived as intended. Job interview thank you letters should begin with a gracious "thank you" to the employer for their time and consideration and for ...

Choosing the Right Resume Format to Maximize Your Job Search Results

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With hundreds (if not thousands) of people competing with you for that dream job, how can you get ahead of the pack? The resume is the primary tool used to land a job. It reflects upon your past and, more importantly, it can dictate your future. Your resume acts as a bait to lure the big fishes. If you can write a good resume, your chances of getting hired are greatly increased. When ...