Archive for the ‘Job Search’ Category
Monday, June 27th, 2011
Thinking of embarking on a new career in 2011, but not sure where to begin? How about with a job that not only pays well but offers considerable stability or, perhaps, even job growth? After all, a handsome paycheck isn’t worth much if it’s in a field that’s expected to become the next recession casualty. Following are eight of our top picks for gigs expected to be both prosperous and abundant in the coming decade.
Tags: accountant jobs, cardiovascular technologist jobs, career opportunity, database administrator jobs, dental hygienist jobs, interior designer jobs, job stability, marketing manager jobs, new career, occupational therapist jobs
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Tuesday, June 14th, 2011
Your salary history tells an important story of how far you’ve come along a career path, so it’s fitting that a prospective employer might be interested in learning more about your past earnings. Yet it’s unfair to take a salary history at face value, because there are so often back-stories that need explaining.
Career experts say you should be prepared to discuss your salary history with a prospective employer, along with any back-stories. For example, if you changed careers and took a pay cut in the process, you’ll want to share that. Still you don’t want to put yourself at a disadvantage, so it’s important to tailor your approach to the circumstances.
Tags: interview process, interview questions, Interviewing, Resume Spider, ResumeSpider, salary history, salary history back stories
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Tuesday, May 24th, 2011
Job interviewing is like art: it requires skill, dexterity, and the right tools and environment. Make one wrong move and the result can be disastrous. This is especially true when it comes to discussing salary requirements. As a job-seeker, approaching a conversation with a prospective employer about salary requirements can be tricky.
Tags: Interviewing, job interview, Job Search, Resume Spider, ResumeSpider, Salary Requirements
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Friday, May 20th, 2011
You need to start bringing home a little extra bacon for your family, but you also need to be available when your kids wake from their nap or get home from school. Not to worry. You don’t have to sign up for the overnight night shift to around your kids’ schedule. Herewith, eight part-time jobs that pay decently and offer some degree of flexibility.
Tags: at home jobs, flexible careers, flexible job opportunity, flexible jobs, jobs for moms, part-time jobs, Resume Spider, ResumeSpider
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Monday, May 16th, 2011
According to the 10th Annual CareerXroads Source of Hire Report, referrals have been the leading source of external hires since 2001. Last year 27.5 percent of external hires came from referrals. The best way to get referrals for open positions is through networking.
Tags: careerXroads source of hire report, job referrals, linkedin, networking, personal career network, recruiting sources, Resume Spider, ResumeSpider, social networks, source of hires
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Friday, May 13th, 2011
Which pays more: Killing nasty vermin or taking care of kids? Drilling oil wells or keeping a library shipshape? Sure, some squeaky clean jobs come with a tidy paycheck but you might be surprised to find that when it comes to work, getting your hands dirty can pay off.
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Wednesday, May 4th, 2011
No matter which way you slice the news about the economy, and the especially news about unemployment, there’s always one choice that makes sense. If you can, get skills for the jobs in high demand. There are quite a few out there. Even though people are tighter with their spending (tough on retail), the housing market is unstable (less real estate work) and fewer new building projects are happening (so long construction jobs), other industries have opportunities. You just need the job skills to get started.
Tags: high demand jobs, high demand medical job, Job Search, job skills, jobs in demand, Resume Spider, ResumeSpider
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Monday, May 2nd, 2011
Changing careers in a downturn isn’t easy. Workers find themselves wondering how to handle the topic in an interview so it sounds like a positive thing for both them and a potential employer. Career-changers compete for job openings with more experienced workers in their new chosen field. But for those with determination, a concrete game plan, and a willingness to do what it takes, a down economy can present unique opportunities to update a resume.
Tags: career change, career change guide, career options, career-changers, changing careers, Resume Spider, ResumeSpider
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2011
Networking is one of the most important things you’ll ever do for your career. Even when you love what you do, you should continue to widen your professional pool of contacts, including friends, colleagues, bosses, family.
Tags: facebook, job search methods, networking, Resume Spider, ResumeSpider
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Friday, April 22nd, 2011
Do you feel like you’re just making it through day after grueling day of work while only barely keeping up with your bills? Maybe it’s time you considered a low stress job that pays well. They do exist, according to the fortunate folks who have discovered them.
Tags: high pay jobs, low stress jobs, Resume Spider, ResumeSpider
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