Writing a good resume can help you stand out from the crowd and will generate more attention than a thrown-together version, hoping that it catches the interests of any employer. It would help if you had a strong resume, and when competition for higher-paying jobs and benefits becomes tough, some candidates embellish their backgrounds. Being …
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The Holidays help remind us that the best gifts are often the ones of appreciation and giving back. The entire month of November reminds you to be grateful, starting with gratitude to the Veterans who serve our country and ending with thankfulness among family and friends. Thanksgiving is the only holiday that includes “thanks” and …
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Technical-minded people can sometimes come across as unapproachable or intimidating, making it challenging to build rapport and connect with others without the intention of making the other person feel awkward. Yet when being considered for a promotion, the skills you need require a balanced combination of social and technical skills to create a good discussion. Unsurprisingly, …
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Preparing for an interview can be somewhat stressful with the desire to be the best candidate, but the notion you have just 30 minutes to make a good impression adds to the pressure. Recently a friend of mine was invited for an interview, and even though he was excited about the opportunity, he had concerns …
Thanking an interviewer for their time is a common courtesy and most likely will send a good impression if the letter is written well. Most interviewers expect some form of a thank-you letter and tend to mentally check the box when they receive one as a sign of professional protocol. As much time as it …
Published by Kim Thompson on May 8, 2022 Employers make decisions about candidates using a variety of filters; some of those are obvious like failing to answer a question or overwhelming the interviewer with too much information. As for the executive candidate, they are more likely to be screened on presence than an impressive background. To ace an …
Published by Kim Thompson on April 16, 2022 Dear Career Rescue:I feel as though my job has taken forever, especially with the response I get when applying for jobs. I have great conversations over the phone with recruiters and employers, but they never get back to me. What could I be doing wrong? CR:It sounds like you …
Published by Kim Thompson on December 1, 2021 I received a question from a reader who has a relative in the midst of a job search and was wanting ideas on gifts that might be helpful to them. I thought she asked a good question and wanted to share the suggestions with you. Going through a job search …
Published by Kim Thompson on January 3, 2022 Habits can often be a double-edged sword: Some are great to keep and others can be your own worst enemy, preventing you from achieving your career dreams. The job search habits to keep in 2022 should be ones that are the most productive. Job searching is built upon layers of …
Published by Kim Thompson on June 8, 2022 About this time of year, people are psyched up for a new beginning, and changing jobs ranks high on their list. Before you set out to start a job search here are the top three questions that candidates have concerning their resumes. Should my resume be one page or two …
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