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- Career Networking for Shy People - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Michael TrustAll of us have to network for most things in life. It’s how most business gets done. Many of us are very shy, introverted people who have a fear of networking – in person, by email, by phone, or in groups. In any job or other role that you’ve had, you’ve networked. You may not know it, ...
Views: 1043(1 vote) - Career Change and Your Resume - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Michael TrustOver the last several years, we have seen a dramatic shift in the concept of a “career” as more and more people have been downsized, right sized, outsourced, and the like. A career isn’t just vertical anymore; it’s how horizontal and in many cases, very much a zigzag. What do you do if ...
Views: 963 - Already Looking for Your Next Job? Get Started Now. - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Michael TrustAre you unemployed, unhappily employed, or underemployed? If you are, this is the time to get your job search in gear. Below are some tips to help you get started: • How warm is your network? By this, I mean you may have 10,000 Linkedin connections, but in reality, how many people do you ...
Views: 744 - 30 Second Resume - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2010 from Michael TrustRemember the adage about having an “elevator speech” or an “elevator pitch”? Same concept here. In today’s highly interwoven social networks, it’s very possible that you will run into people with whom you may want to share your job search plans. Given that your interaction is likely to take ...
Views: 835 - How to Prepare for the Interview - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Michael TrustLet’s assume for the purposes of this article that you have the requisite background for the position for which you are applying, have outstanding references, and otherwise on paper meet the requirements of the position. What other things must you have? • Know what is on your resume. ...
Views: 848 - Gaps In Employment – How to Not Let Them Get You Down in This Economy - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Michael TrustIn today’s economy, with double digit inflation still the case in many states and the national average just under double digits (March 2010), many job seekers wonder what to do with their resume in terms of period of unemployment. It’s a fair question, and it’s driven in large part by past ...
Views: 925 - Office Etiquette – “Friends” - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2010 from Michael TrustOffice Etiquette – “Friends” In any office environment, people have friends with whom they feel more than just a “work relationship”. These relationships often help to facilitate work getting done by the use of informal networks, and the like. However, there are some things to watch for when ...
Views: 937 - How to Stop Your Resume from Becoming Spam - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Michael TrustToday’s more sophisticated email systems often look for certain characteristics in email text and in any email attachments. Unfortunately, things like words or graphics that may be perfectly appropriate in some cases can cause spam filters to stop your email, thus rendering your resume “never ...
Views: 860 - Tips and Tricks for an Effective Resume - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2010 from Michael TrustIf you are reading this, you are probably contemplating writing or rewriting your resume for a new position, a career change, or for some other related reason. There are some items that are highly important when thinking about your resume beyond the obvious (many of the obvious items have been ...
Views: 914 - Potential Reasons Why You’re Not Getting Hired - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Michael TrustIn today’s job market, it’s very easy to become frustrated by the lack of response to your resume or application submissions. The fact is that there is about a 6:1 ratio of job applicants for each available position (March 2010). What does this mean? It means that you have to stand out, head ...
Views: 908 - The Dreaded Interview Question: “What Are Your Weaknesses?” - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2010 from Michael TrustOh, you don’t have any? Hmmm. You probably won’t be hired. Everyone has some and to overcome this, it’s all about how you position your answer. Most people assume that the following answers will usually do the trick: • I’m a perfectionist • I’m reliable/dependable to a fault, even when I’m ...
Views: 1091 - Unemployment Sucks. But, There is an Upside - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2010 from Michael TrustNo one ever wants to find themselves involuntarily unemployed. It’s a horrible feeling to get the news, to wonder about the bills, what to tell family and friends, and how hard it can be to land a new gig. It strips away part of one’s identity in many cases, especially if someone has been with ...
Views: 902 - The Dreaded Salary Question - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2010 from Michael TrustWe all have been there – an interview that seems to be going well and then out comes the 500 pound gorilla in the room – “what are you looking for in terms of salary”. There are a variety of ways to handle this and how you handle could make or break your candidacy. The best approach is not ...
Views: 902(1 vote) - Having Trouble Landing a Gig? Why not Become a Contractor? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2010 from Michael TrustIn today’s economy, many people who have very specific skill sets are having a hard time landing a regular gig. Some of these people have the mindset necessary to work for themselves and are becoming contractors, either on an on-going basis or for specific projects. Some have one client, some ...
Views: 867(1 vote) - Overcome Your Job Search Competition - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2010 from Michael TrustOvercome Your Job Search Competition In today’s highly competitive job search market, anything that gives you a legitimate edge is worthwhile to use in your job search. Below are a number of items that you can use, today, in your job search to help you overcome the completion. • Research ...
Views: 875(6 votes) - Keep Motivated During Your Position Search - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Michael TrustKeep Motivated During Your Position Search It can be very frustrating during a job search, especially an extended search, to stay motivated and on track. It’s very easy to become undisciplined and unfocused, especially as the financial and emotional toll of an extended search mounts. There ...
Views: 911 - Ace the Phone Interview! - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Michael TrustAce the Phone Interview!! Many recruiters use the phone interview as a quick and efficient method of screening potential candidates. While at first glance, it may seem that this is an easier way to be interviewed, in many ways, it is in fact much more difficult. The phone interview derives ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - Avoid Common Resume Errors - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2010 from Michael TrustThere are many common mistakes that people make on their resumes. These mistakes are often fatal. As the primary introductory marketing document for your job search. these are items to avoid: An "Objective" statement. This is all fluff, and most recruiters and hiring mangers don't even both ...
Views: 879 - So, What’s Important When Thinking About Your Resume And A Career Change? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Michael TrustSo, What’s Important When Thinking About Your Resume And A Career Change? Finding a gig in this economy is tough by any measure. Finding one when trying to change careers is even tougher. But, the good news is that it’s not impossible; in fact, with the right coaching , writing, and planning, ...
Views: 794 - Tips for Job and Career Seekers – References - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Michael TrustAs the economy slowly begins to improve, more positions will become available. One of the key processes in any hiring process is the reference check. This process can make or break your candidacy for a position. Key points to consider: • If you only contact your references when you need ...
Views: 862 - More New Years Tips for Job and Career Seekers - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Michael TrustAs we move into the middle of the first week back at work for most folks, let’s look at what’s necessary to land a position – the basics: • Know your target. A scattershot approach will never work. Evaluate what your passion is (or what you think it is if you’re just starting out and don’t ...
Views: 797 - New Year’s Resolutions for Career Seekers and for Job Seekers - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Michael TrustThe same set of standards apply to both groups. This is the time of year to evaluate or re-evaluate where you are and where you want to be. As the economy continues to struggle, it is especially important now to get a bearing on where you are in your career. • Finding a new job is hard work. ...
Views: 897 - Landing a Career in a Tough Economy - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Michael TrustToday’s job market is unlike any job market since the Great Depression. With off shoring, outsourcing, economic uncertainty, the prospect of deflation in many sectors of the economy, finding a position, much less a career, is a huge challenge in today’s world. Saying so is an understatement, to ...
Views: 989 - Using Social Networking to Land Your Next Gig - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Michael TrustOver the last several years, there has been a proliferation of social networking technologies and platforms. Some have morphed into more “social” than “networking”; however, you never know where your next lead will come from, so it pays to be open about all of the platforms. One (of many) key ...
Views: 891(2 votes) - The Use of Email Address When Looking for Job - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Michael TrustFirst off, anyone who has read my young blog for any amount of time knows that I don’t think anyone should look for a job; people should look for a career (even if it’s the second or third one!!). A “job” is so “ho hum”. If you have to pay bills, of course, you do what you have to, trying to ...
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