10 Sneaky, Yet Effective Ways to Get Out of the Office for an Interview
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...
HOW: LinkedIn Got Me Hired!
Getting hired or headhunted is not a magic trick - all it takes is hard work and the right formula to position yourself as a candidate in demand. In my...
How Social Media Got Me a Job at Google
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...
4 Definite Don’ts for Your Interview
As much as you would like to think that it is the resume that will convince the employer to hire you, it is never the sole basis of being accepted...
Job Search Strategies for Executives
Ask yourself this very important question the next time you are looking for a career change: Who am I? Hopefully, some encouraging answers come to mind. Know yourself, your strengths...
A Lesson on Dressing for a Successful Interview
Personal story from recruiter Amos Tayts... I’ll never forget the ‘60s sci-fi story about the world ending because of the leading characters’ dirty fingernails. It reminds me of a personal...
Ride Your Natural Talents to Your Next Job
Amy Bolyard worked as a human resources executive for mortgage broker company Equity Consultants, LLC, which was repeatedly named one of Entrepreneur Magazine's Hot 100 Fastest Growing Companies in the...
Open Ended Questions For Your Interview
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....
Getting Into the Employer’s Frame of Mind With Your Cover Letter
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:...