10 Ways To Shake The Dust Off Your Empty Job Search Profile

By Val Matta on Oct 6, 2014 2:00:34 AM

Image Courtesy of Vac You’re on LinkedIn, you’re on all the major job search sites, you’re scouring through job posts like crazy. You’re messaging employers, but only hearing back from a few saying they already have other candidates in mind. What are you doing wrong? Probably nothing. …

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Why You Don’t Have Time To Find A Job

By Val Matta on Sep 22, 2014 2:00:05 AM

You’re busy. How can you possibly find a new job when you consistently have a million things to do? Image by Elnur The difficult thing about searching for a job is it’s not just a one-and-done endeavor. It’s a process that builds momentum over time that requires regular maintenance; a …

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6 Game-Changing Trends For Your Job Search [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Val Matta on Sep 15, 2014 2:00:34 AM

To play a great job search game, you need a great team. On your defensive line, you have your network, co-workers, and supervisors past and present. They can keep you from being the one in five taken out by a reference check gone wrong. On your offensive line, you have online search p …

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8 Ways To Get A Job Before It’s Posted

By Val Matta on Sep 8, 2014 2:00:02 AM

Image courtesy of alphaspirit No more resumes. No more cover letters. No more practice interviews. No more sending in applications and not-so-patiently waiting. Melanie just got a job offer call from Cloud45, a communications company she’s had her eye on for several months. Though the …

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How to Ace Interview Screenings

By Val Matta on Sep 2, 2014 2:00:08 AM

Martin Cathrae; Flickr Whether it’s a phone interview, video interview, or background check, most employers screen potential candidates. This helps employers determine whether it’s worth sending an individual to the next round of interviews. A job interview screening is one of the fir …

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5 Tips for Getting Back into Your Job Search After Vacation

By Val Matta on Aug 25, 2014 2:00:53 AM

slightly everything; Flickr Hopefully, you’ve had some time to lay in the sun and dip your toes in the water this summer. Now that summer is coming to an end, it’s time to start thinking about what’s next on your agenda. Most people are transitioning back into their daily routines. Wh …

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5 Essential Tools for Your Job Search

By Val Matta on Aug 18, 2014 2:00:28 AM

As students prep for the upcoming school year by purchasing textbooks and school supplies, job seekers also need to prepare for their job search. From using LinkedIn and Twitter to building a professional blog, there are a variety of tools you can use to improve your job search. If yo …

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3 Ways Job Seekers Ruin Networking Opportunities

By Val Matta on Aug 11, 2014 2:00:35 AM

Tim Dorr; Flickr Networking is an important and vital part of the job hunt, yet many job seekers are actually shooting themselves in the foot during the networking process. Whether you’re meeting a professional contact for the first time, or have known them for a while, there are defi …

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5 Ways Continuous Learning Will Change Your Career

By Val Matta on Aug 4, 2014 2:00:57 AM

Regardless of the type of profession you’re in, the technology, tools, and strategies you use in the workplace are constantly evolving. Because of these rapid changes, employers desire candidates with a competitive edge. They expect candidates to be up-to-date with their skills, knowl …

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4 Time Management Tips For Your Job Search

By Val Matta on Jul 28, 2014 2:00:30 AM

It’s true what they say: Looking for a job is a job. Many job seekers can (and should) spend a full 40 hours each week on their job search. However, if you’ve been following that schedule and haven’t landed one interview yet, you’re definitely doing something wrong. Get rid of your ti …

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10 Ways To Shake The Dust Off Your Empty Job Search Profile

Image Courtesy of Vac

You’re on LinkedIn, you’re on all the major job search sites, you’re scouring through job posts like crazy. You’re messaging employers, but only hearing back from a few saying they already have other candidates in mind. What are you doing wrong? Probably nothing. It’s what other job seekers are doing right — filling their job search profiles with all the right stuff.

 

You might have already read the articles telling you to place a professional photo, work experience, education, and awards on your profile. OK, you can do that, but there is so much more you can do to enhance your online presence.

Shake the dust off your empty job search profile and include these elements you may not have thought about:

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Why You Don’t Have Time To Find A Job

You’re busy. How can you possibly find a new job when you consistently have a million things to do?

Image by Elnur

The difficult thing about searching for a job is it’s not just a one-and-done endeavor. It’s a process that builds momentum over time that requires regular maintenance; another task to add to your overflowing list. No wonder you don’t have time to find a job.

However, there are a few ways you can integrate your job search into your life by using tools and discovering opportunities you may not have seen before. Here are some reasons you haven’t had the time to find a job, and how you can overcome them:

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6 Game-Changing Trends For Your Job Search [INFOGRAPHIC]

To play a great job search game, you need a great team. On your defensive line, you have your network, co-workers, and supervisors past and present. They can keep you from being the one in five taken out by a reference check gone wrong. On your offensive line, you have online search platforms, social media, web and mobile technology. These key players in your job search allow you to network virtually and score connections.

Our infographic below shares six new trends impacting job seekers. These job search trends will show you why looking for a job is like playing a game — it’s best done with your team behind you.

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8 Ways To Get A Job Before It’s Posted

Image courtesy of alphaspirit

No more resumes. No more cover letters. No more practice interviews. No more sending in applications and not-so-patiently waiting.

Melanie just got a job offer call from Cloud45, a communications company she’s had her eye on for several months. Though the company never posted the available position, as soon as they saw a need, Melanie was the first candidate in mind for the job.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were more hires than posted job openings in both May and June this year. That means, job seekers like Melanie are becoming crafty in finding job opportunities in the hidden market.

Take a look at Melanie’s secrets to learn ways you can get a job offer before the position is open.

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How to Ace Interview Screenings

Martin Cathrae; Flickr

Whether it’s a phone interview, video interview, or background check, most employers screen potential candidates. This helps employers determine whether it’s worth sending an individual to the next round of interviews.

A job interview screening is one of the first steps of the hiring process for employers. It usually consists of a series of questions that help hiring managers decide whether a candidate is a good fit and honestly submitted their job application.

If you’ve recently applied for a job and a hiring manager has mentioned getting in touch with you, it’s a good chance they’re going to perform a candidate screening. Here are four tips to help you prepare for and stand out during the interview:

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5 Tips for Getting Back into Your Job Search After Vacation

slightly everything; Flickr

Hopefully, you’ve had some time to lay in the sun and dip your toes in the water this summer. Now that summer is coming to an end, it’s time to start thinking about what’s next on your agenda.

Most people are transitioning back into their daily routines. Whether it’s heading back to work, getting ready for school, or searching for a job, this is a great time for you to focus on your career goals.

According to a new survey by Monster.com, 75 percent of respondents said they are likely to search for a new job upon returning from vacation. In addition, 55 percent of respondents say they would take time off from work to search for a new job.

If your summer vacation has you thinking about making a career move, here are five tips to help you get back into your job search:

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5 Essential Tools for Your Job Search

As students prep for the upcoming school year by purchasing textbooks and school supplies, job seekers also need to prepare for their job search.

From using LinkedIn and Twitter to building a professional blog, there are a variety of tools you can use to improve your job search. If you’re wondering what job search tools you can add to your toolbox, here are five essentials to get you started:

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3 Ways Job Seekers Ruin Networking Opportunities

Tim Dorr; Flickr

Networking is an important and vital part of the job hunt, yet many job seekers are actually shooting themselves in the foot during the networking process.

Whether you’re meeting a professional contact for the first time, or have known them for a while, there are definite “no-no’s” you need to be aware of in all professional networking situations. Follow these tips to avoid ruining your chances for a positive networking experience, and perhaps your next job:  

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5 Ways Continuous Learning Will Change Your Career

Regardless of the type of profession you’re in, the technology, tools, and strategies you use in the workplace are constantly evolving.

Because of these rapid changes, employers desire candidates with a competitive edge. They expect candidates to be up-to-date with their skills, knowledgeable in the latest industry trends, and adaptable to any situation.

So you’re probably wondering, how does one gain this competitive advantage?

Continuous learning is a great way for ambitious job seekers to get an edge on their career.

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4 Time Management Tips For Your Job Search

It’s true what they say: Looking for a job is a job.

Many job seekers can (and should) spend a full 40 hours each week on their job search. However, if you’ve been following that schedule and haven’t landed one interview yet, you’re definitely doing something wrong.

Get rid of your time-wasting habits and make the most out of your job search with these time management tips:

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