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How to really use the ‘Apply with LinkedIn’ button

Posted by amos

The usual – and often correct – assumption is that visibility is credibility. On LinkedIn this is still true to some extent, but…and that is a very large BUT, only if you have optimized your profile. Make sure you have done enough networking online to populate your profile with sufficient...

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Current and Future Resume Trends

Posted by amos

As I mentioned in an earlier blog post; the word “Resumé” is a North American term coined from the Latin and French words meaning “re-take” and “summary.” It is the word we’ve chosen to define the document which summarizes one’s education, profession and related experiences. ...

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Why Counter Offers Are Good (except for headhunters)

Posted by amos

Have you been promised a promotion or salary increase? Have you been told that the fresh challenge you’ve been craving – and worked hard for – is just around the corner? More importantly, is it now six months or a year since those opportunities were outlined – but they have yet to materialize? Many...

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How to Apply to a Confidential Job Post Confidentially

Posted by amos

Often, potential employers will post jobs on Workopolis, Careerbuilder, Monster, Craigslist, Kijiji, and other job boards/sites anonymously. Even if the job description looks perfect for your skill-set, this can pose several problems for an application. Firstly, any job-seeking professional knows that...

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Survey: Lack of experience is the biggest issue entry-level professionals have

Posted by gabriela

Voters suggest cultivating networking, resume writing and interview skills A recent survey done by ResumeTarget.com on LinkedIn confirmed what entry-level professionals already know when looking for a job and going to job interviews: the biggest problem breaking into the market nowadays is a lack...

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Creating a personal brand for yourself – Thinking Different

Posted by gabriela

As CEO, Steve Jobs built a strong, innovative and remarkable personal brand that has become bigger each day. The company’s new CEO, Tim Cook, is quoted as saying that Jobs’ vision and leadership “guided Apple to its position as the world’s most innovative and valuable technology company”....

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Is Your Boss Good, Bad or Ugly?

Posted by amos

Would you expose your boss’s wrongdoings if you were treated unfairly? In the new comedy film Horrible Bosses starring Jason Bateman, we can all learn a thing or two about being mistreated in the workforce. It’s not a topic we often talk about, but it’s something that we can’t ignore. Although...

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How To Really: Ace Your Phone Interview

Posted by amos

Some key insights to help you prepare & ace your phone interview. When it comes to job-hunting, phone interviews are tests. Everyone has them. They are sometimes the standard first step in the hiring process. If you pass, you’ll be offered a deeper, face-to-face interview. If not, that’s the...

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What end of the Talent Pool are you in?

Posted by amos

It is sink or swim out in the job market today. Whether you’ve been laid-off or are gainfully employed. I ask my clients their key motivation during a job search – the top four answers are: 1. A new career path 2. Better/Fair compensation 3. Reached a career plateau 4. Feel unappreciated For...

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The Nitty-Gritty of Resume Font, Size and Resume Formats

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It’s always good to stand out and make an impression. When entering the workforce, you should strive to be creative, unique and let your individual skills shine. However, one area where you don’t want to get too artistic is on your resume. Resumes actually do need to follow a rather standard resume...

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Getting into the Employer’s Frame of Mind with Your Cover Letter

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You don’t need an Ouija board, a crystal ball, or an alignment of the stars to tell your fate for your next job interview. Instead, rely on this one thing: knowledge. Before going into the interview, educate yourself on what goes on in employers’ heads and think of ways of making things easier for...

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Open Ended Questions For Your Interview

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Going after that big job also means big preparations if you truly intend on making a great first impression. This is the first step to developing your job interview skills. In this article, I will provide a rather unique approach to ensuring that you stand out from the other applicants applying for the...

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The true tall tale tweeter: How social media got me into Google

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*Earl was a recent graduate and unemployed software engineer. He began developing a job search strategy by applying to websites, including Monster, Beyond and CareerBuilder, and by connecting with members in his network. Earl managed to receive a phone interview with Dell. Days later when he followed...

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LinkedIn: When Facebook and Twitter Meet For Coffee

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This is the beginning of a series of articles I will be writing for anyone who is looking to build a stronger presence on LinkedIn and utilize the site to forge new opportunities. ———————————————————— As...

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15 Days of Holiday & New Year’s Madness

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Of the many misconceptions job seekers have about job searching, one of the gravest errors is to stop searching during the holiday and New Year’s seasons. From the start of the holidays in Thanksgiving leading up to the Christmas season, most job seekers usually halt their job search believing this...

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Resume Writing for 2011: Tips on how to keep your resume fresh

Posted by amos

Of the many important documents that will make or break your job search, the resume is the most important of all. While it may be enough to come up with a winning resume, you should realize that your resume is still a work in progress. Knowing the importance of reviewing and keeping it updated will help...

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Why Facebook can ruin your chances of getting hired, and might even get you fired.

Posted by amos

Just like your cover letter, resume and job interview, social networking sites have also become an important component in which employers base their decision to hire you or not. Preserve your professional image by always being cautious. For the very reason that Facebook is beneficial during a job search,...

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HOW: LinkedIn got me hired!

Posted by amos

We are continuing our series of articles for anyone who is looking to build a stronger presence on LinkedIn and utilize the site to forge new opportunities. ABRACADABRA! Getting hired or headhunted is not a magic trick – all it takes is hard work and the right formula to position yourself...

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HOW TO: Optimize, Enhance and Fine Tune your LinkedIn profile

Posted by amos

For anyone who is looking to build a stronger presence on LinkedIn and utilize the site to forge new opportunities. LinkedIn is home to over 100 million professionals. Enhancing you profile can give you an advantage on this professional networking site, recruiters, consultants, entrepreneurs and hiring...

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Interview Excuses – 10 Sneaky, Desperate, Slightly Kooky, Yet Effective Ways to get out of the office for an interview

Posted by amos

Have you ever had to leave your job for an interview at another company? It happens, and it’s a tricky situation to be in. You want to show up for the interview at the time your potential employer requests, but you also don’t want to upset your current employer. It is possible to attend job interviews...

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9 ways to get the most out of LinkedIn

Posted by amos

I once wrote that LinkedIn is when Facebook and Twitter meet for coffee. I explain LinkedIn to my clients and friends in one sentence: “LinkedIn is Facebook for Professionals only”. It’s a social networking tool designed specifically for business professionals, companies, job-seekers and employers....

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Your resume: An extension of your character

Posted by amos

Job-hunting is a funny business. The first glimpse employers have of you is a one-to-three-page document. That’s why resumes are often the make or break part of your job search strategy. They’re the first thing employers see of your characteristics. We all want to showcase our best qualities on our...

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Will a Canadian Majority help with job growth?

Posted by amos

On the surface, it may appear that job-searchers are struggling in their job hunt. But, as we approach the warm summer months, it looks like the job market is warming up too. I was exceptionally pleased when Statistics Canada released the unemployment numbers on Friday. Its national labour force survey...

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Creating A Simple & Compelling Cover Letter

Posted by amos

You know that popular saying, “don’t judge a book by its cover?” In this case, that’s exactly what employers do when fishing for new talent. Resumes are the first thing employees see of your potential character. While this is true, they’re often accompanied by cover letters directed to a hiring...

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Would you – and should you – put your mobile or business number on your LinkedIn profile?

Posted by amos

LinkedIn has become a significant part of your job search strategy. So, we tried to write a lot about it, especially in the last few weeks. But this is an interesting question regarding how people make use of this increasingly popular professional networking tool. And we set out to find the answer. Recently,...

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The selling point of your job search strategy

Posted by amos

“Just do it,” “Impossible is nothing,” and “I’m lovin’ it!” Can you guess the corresponding brands of these popular advertising slogans? That’s right; these slogans belong to Nike, Adidas and McDonalds. If you’re wondering why they’re popular, it might be because they’re simple...

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Things you may not want to include in your resume

Posted by amos

Resumes are often the make or break portion of your job search. They can propel hiring managers to either follow-up with you regarding potential employment or throw them in the trash. But it’s often a hair-pulling challenge to figure out how you want to entice the powers that be especially in a one-to-three-page...

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Wake up and smell the watermelon (8 Great Summer Jobs for 2011)

Posted by amos

Do you know what I love about summer? The smell of watermelon. If someone only created watermelon cologne, I would buy a lifetime supply. Watermelon isn’t the only sweet part of summer. There are all sorts of new opportunities come summertime. Whether you’re Generation-Y or a Zoomer, we’ve compiled...

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Why, when and how to write a thank you note.

Posted by amos

You’ve just breathed a sigh of relief. Coming out of the office following an interview, you thought you did well. You’ve marketed yourself well. You kept your answers short and sweet. And you looked the part. But this first step isn’t over yet. You still need to write and send a thank you note...

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6 Ways to Maximize Your Job Search in 2011 (Summer Edition)

Posted by amos

I won’t spare you an intro…here is your no nonsense guide on how to maximize your Job Search in 2011. Have a Great Compelling Resume I know this seems like a given, but most people do not take the time to sit down and write a resume that truly represents their skills and experience. What most people...

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Checklist to keep in mind before, during and after your interview

Posted by amos

Job interviews can often be terrifying. There’s a huge difference between reading someone’s qualifications on a resume and meeting them for the first time. And so, there are a lot of helpful tips out there on what kind of questions to expect, how best to answer them, as well as how you should dress....

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What is the biggest misconception your co-workers have about you? {Behavioural Interview Q&A}

Posted by amos

Behavioural interviews use probing questions to illuminate your past behaviors and to identify your similar future performances. This question pierces right to the core. It may be difficult to maneuver your way around as you strive to remain genuine and honest in your answer. To strip it down to its...

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When did “Free” Job Hunting Get So Expensive?

Posted by amos