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How to explain gaps in my resume? This is a common question asked by many job seekers today. When the economy went south in 2009, many well-qualified people found themselves out of work. Some were able to land another position within a few months, while others struggled to find work for a much longer period — or never really made it back… ...
When sending job search applications, two things are critical in making a good first impression to get that coveted interview invite: your résumé and your cover letter. Usually the recruiter or hiring manager will scan and decide in less than one minute whether you may be a good candidate for the job. So how you… ...
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Differentiate or Die” which was the title of a bestselling book. That phrase not only applies to promoting products and services, but also to promoting yourself. In today’s competitive job market your resume is very likely going to end up in a large pile of resumes of other qualified people… ...
This is a guest post. If you’re a recent graduate, you’ve probably noticed that the odds of finding a great job are stacked against you. The economy has improved since its collapse in 2008, but landing an entry-level job is still far from easy. If you hope to land your dream job you’re going to… ...
“How to turn down a job offer” may seem like a strange topic to discuss given our current job market. However, to succeed like an executive means there will be times when you will get more than one job offer at the same time, even in today’s economy. In that case, it’s important to know… ...
Have you ever met anyone who says they now currently have their dream job? Me neither. “Dream jobs” are always spoken about in terms of the future. “One day, I’ll have my dream job” or “If I could have my dream job, it would be…” are some of the usual phrases employed in regards to… ...
Many job seekers are considering doing contract work as an alternative to full time employment. It sometimes give us more flexibility and an ability to continue working that full time employment may not allow. When you do transition from full time employment to contract work, you will be paid by the hour instead of a… ...