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By Karin Durkee If you have a professional profile on LinkedIn but have not taken the next step in building your network, you are missing out on a valuable job search tool. Building your professional network on LinkedIn will help you find Continue reading LinkedIn: Building Your Relevant Network
The best prepared candidates have the best experience at Virtual Job Fairs! You are invited to invest 30 minutes to learn the “best practices” on preparing for a Virtual Job Fair. Presented by Carl Savino, President of Corporate Gray and Continue reading Free Webinar: How to Work a Virtual Job Fair
By Lisa Carroll, SHRM-SCP Your resume is one of the most important documents you will ever write. A prospective employer will decide, based on what you describe in your resume and cover letter, whether they want to learn more and Continue reading Operation Resume: The Most Important Document You Will Ever Write!
As you prepare for your next job interview, remember that you may encounter behavior-based interview questions designed to elicit patterns of accomplishments relevant to the situation. These types of questions challenge you to provide concrete examples of your achievements in Continue reading Preparing for Behavior-Based Interviews
Phone interviews are are often used to screen potential employees, and how well you perform on the call can determine whether you are invited to take the next step in the hiring process. Prepare for a phone interview as carefully Continue reading 10 Steps to Nailing a Phone Interview
Are you eagerly awaiting a phone call or email after submitting a job application or attending an interview? As my mom used to say, “Don’t hold your breath.” You’re better off taking the initiative to follow up and see where Continue reading Taking the Initiative in Following Up
Here is a quick list of our top tips for using social media in your job search: Use a professional-looking profile photo (keep it consistent) Load your profile with your most relevant skills (searchable keywords & phrases) Get LinkedIn’s free Continue reading Social Media Top Tips
You already know the importance of researching the company before a job interview. But did you know this preparation is just as important before attending a job fair? We encourage candidates to research the attending companies ahead of time to Continue reading Do Company Research before a Job Fair – Be Prepared!
There are many resources offered by government agencies and non-profits to assist veterans in establishing their own business or acquiring a franchise. Leveraging this assistance can increase your probability of success. Check out these websites to get assistance with your Continue reading Resources to Check Out Before Starting Your Own Business
You should expect to participate in video interviews at some point during your job search. Video interviews allow for a virtual face-to-face conversation between a recruiter and candidate, the next best thing to being there in person. They give recruiters Continue reading Quick Tips for Video Interviewing