So, it’s a tougher economic climate out there than it was a few years ago.What are you doing to stir up conversations with prospective employers? Are you reading the trade journals, business journals and such to see whose career is advancing, whose company is growing or where new shoots of growth and opportunity are appearing?From there, you can send a meaningful note to the specific person or company (sleuth around to find...

Most people come to me with a resume already written. It may be 15 or 20 years old—unused while they built their career in a single company—or it may be their first attempt at a resume. In any case, they have put words on paper to describe their careers. These are the “before” resumes. What do I do that makes them “after” resumes?First, most “before” resumes do not stress accomplishments. They are task oriented: “I did this...

Preparing for job interviews? Let's assume you need no advice about grooming, being punctual or turning off your cell phone. Beyond those basics, here are the main things you need to do: 1. Study up, don't just wing it. Prepare well in advance, as soon as you start your job search. Review typical interview questions you find on the internet, as well as questions you can anticipate by looking at job postings, and...

1. Your Resume Should be Written as a StoryWhat does this mean, really, to write a story? Does it mean something like: ‘Once upon a time I was a receptionist at a telecom company before finding my breakthrough sales role that led to my rise to senior management?’Well, yes, sort of.But what really makes a story sing are the obstacles, winding roads, storms and even battles that you encounter along the way to success. So, whi...

There are many factors that affect your job search, such as demand for your talent, how you execute your search, how you brand yourself, and the amount of effort you dedicate to the search. Some of these Whispering Gossip 3d Characters Having Secrets And Blabfactors are beyond your control. Today we’ll share six secrets of successful job seekers. These are things you have the power to perfect to improve your job search.1 –...

It should not come as a surprise to college students that good jobs do not just fall into someone’s lap. The students who receive the best job offers have earned them. Therefore, it is important to understand that the term “earned” means that the student’s performance has been consistently good throughout the college years. It does not mean a last minute flurry of improved performance near the end of the senior year.Empl...

With over a decade of experience writing resumes and with credentials from the most respected professional associations, I have specialized knowledge that I put to work on every resume. Today, I share some resume secrets that I have accumulated over the years.Resumes are marketing documents. Your resume is first an honest record of your past employment; but it is also a marketing document. Just like any product brochure, it...

Recruiters and hiring managers either love or hate virtual resumes. Let’s examine a few pros and cons:PROParticularly useful for people in non-standard careers such as creative arts, entertainment industry, or a vast range of marketing positions where video and/or audio work product can demonstrate expertise and competencies.Helps executives with long career histories showcase their talents in more depth. Not restricted by...

The healthcare industry is on track to create 5.6 million new jobs by 2020, according to a study from Georgetown University’s Center on Education and Workforce. Healthcare is now responsible for one in nine jobs in the U.S. according to the Labor Department. In addition to traditional doctors and nurses, there will also be demand for other positions that support the healthcare industry.Not all healthcare jobs require degree...

Unemployment is dropping as the economy continues to recover from the Great Recession but careerists must be well prepared to be competitive for top positions. From resume preparation to networking strategies, the job search has changed significantly and understanding the new normal is essential for your success.Career Cast, created by Adicio, is a job search portal that offers extensive local, niche and national job listin...