And you thought Facebook was just one giant social networking site that is growing out of proportion. Did you know Facebook has silently transformed into a robust career express and its job searching engines are growing at an alarming rate. Many companies now list jobs on Facebook and also allow…
“OK WIFM — ‘What’s in It For Me’”? If that’s your immediate reaction on reading the title of this article, read the following statements and see if any of them apply to you: I am looking for a job, but don’t have the relevant Canadian experience. (Or vice versa) I am…
Twitter – A tremendous tool for job success According to the latest Jobvite survey over 55% of recruiters and 40% of job seekers have actively engaged in Twitter for job search. How about you? Twitter is one of the most popular, social networking websites with more than 20 million active users. These…
Design a winning resumé, create an effective cover letter, research the appropriate job markets, network actively and move on. Yes, those are standard job search strategies for the active jobseeker. However, if you are 40 or older and looking to rejoin the workplace or move up in your career, there…
Get your resume in front of recruiters every time. “You can’t change the direction of the wind, but you can adjust the sails to reach your destination.” The meaning is obvious in Jimmy Dean’s famous quote and hugely relevant for job seekers in the marketplace today. There are some things you…
The perfect 30-second elevator speech. Everyone needs to have one. It is as essential for the CEO of a corporation as it is for the job seeker. Do you have yours ready? Whether you are at a job interview, at a networking event, at your friend’s barbecue or literally in…
“Proper preparation prevents poor performance” — great words to live by and certainly useful when it comes to tackling those dreaded interview questions. Answering questions correctly at the interview table will take planning, practice and some smart intuitive skills. Always take the time to ask: “Is there a question behind…
10 Smart Email Etiquette Tips for the Job Seeker By Murali Murthy Today, e-mail has become an integral part of our lives. In spite of the influx of social media, e-mail is still the primary form of communication and it is also the most prominent way to catch the attention of recruiters,…
As a jobseeker, you’ll agree, your most difficult challenge these days, is simply figuring out how to stand out and get noticed. Even with all those excellent credentials, you will need something extra that pops out from the stack of resumes on the recruiter’s desk or desktop. Why not try…
