In today’s job market one of the most important things for you to do is to position yourself so that you can be easily found on the internet by recruiters and employers. In order to do this you’ve got to be aware of how to build your online visibility. When a recruiter or employer types » Read More
It’s becoming more and more common for employers to interview candidates via video vs. a face-to-face interview. This is an extremely cost effective way for employers to manage cross-functional interviewing, as well as multiple locations across the globe. As a job seeker you need to be prepared and knowledgeable about this type of interview ahead » Read More
Thorough preparation for a phone interview is the key to getting a face-to-face interview the employer. Read More
Wow, 2010…I like the sound of it, but can’t believe that it’s really here! But it is…and along with it many of you are back to job search. And for many the feeling of “more of the same” may be hovering over you as the New Year starts. But since the New Year is a » Read More
Double digit unemployment (and rising) - what’s the plan? President Obama is announcing his plan to add jobs and tackle the deficit. What do you think? Read More
A critical step to conducting a successful job search is to choose 5 to 10 companies that you believe would be a great fit for your background and experience. A target list of companies is essential and a great way to make your selections is to research companies and industries that you would like to » Read More
Job spotted: Open Credit Manager’s Position RL Consulting Services is working to fill a Credit Manager position in South Boston with a well est. construction company. Candidate must have exp. in Dist/Supply for Contractor. BA/BS +5 yr construction credit/collection mgmt exp. Please inquire for more details at www.rlconsultingsvcs.com for more information and to be considered for the position. Read More
Just when you think that everyone has thought of everything someone thinks of something NEW! I love that - for a girl who is an ‘idea queen’ it makes my day to find something new out there, especially in the world of job search. Here’s one I found today: WorkYourCareer - a job search tool built » Read More
I always enjoy reading about the different personality types. I think so much of what we enjoy doing in our careers can be found inside our personality and so many people have never even discovered “what type they are”. For instance…are you an ENTP? That is the acronym for Extraverted/Intuitive/Thinking/Perceiving according to Myers-Briggs and in » Read More
Are you a Project Manager or thinking of getting into that field? An important part of your networking strategy to gain access into a new field and/or find a new position is to be sure that you are associated with the organizations that represent your field. In the case of Project Management there are several » Read More
By Craig Nathanson – Take a new approach Right now millions of Americans are either out of work, recently laid off, or afraid of being laid off. There are millions more, who simply work at jobs, which provide no meaning. They work only in order to get a paycheck. Stop feeling sorry for yourself Society norms make it easy » Read More
Today I was reading through author Ford Myers “Top 5 Career Tips” (from his new book: “Get the Job You Want, Even When No One’s Hiring”)… one of the things that he said that really jumped out is “You need to stop acting like an applicant, and start acting like a problem solver.” This is so » Read More
Guest post by Kevin Donlin – This week I’m re-running three of the best networking tips I’ve found recently to help you find a job faster. These proven networking tactics get results in good times and in bad. Which can you try today? 1) Network with the Recently Departed David Perry, author of “Guerrilla Marketing For Job Hunters 2.0,” shares » Read More
More openings I’ve come across - pass them on if you know someone who is searching, there may be a fit. – Network Administrator – Pembroke Pines, FL Area – Local Candidates only please My client is looking for a Network Admin who is certified MCSE in 2003 at the lasts with ten years of server administration » Read More
Guest Post - Heather Gardner…our FiredUP Careers featured expert – Looking for a job right now is tough. But hang in there, hold on tight and keep the job search momentum going. It’s amazing how much opportunity will come your way if you lay a solid foundation, nurture and continually build what you start. I talk to » Read More
Well - if you don’t know for sure you probably have an inkling. I don’t profess to be an expert at this stuff…but, suffice to say that extroverts are usually on the prowl for new acquaintances, we (because I am one!) tend to really like to engage with people and share all kinds of things » Read More
Have you ever checked in to YOU? You might be surprised at what you will find. Gaining a better understanding of yourself can help in so many ways - for example are you introverted yet working in midst of continual people interaction and finding yourself just exhausted? Or, are you extroverted and working in a » Read More
Another exciting venture for FiredUP Careers - here is our press release…be sure to take your “free” personality test! – FiredUP Careers and PersonalityType.com team to provide job seekers with a new FREE resource July 6, 2009, Los Gatos, CA – FiredUP Careers, a uniquely focused career coaching company, announced today that it has teamed with » Read More
We’re excited to team up with Job Re-Joov… here is the press release: FiredUP Careers and Job Re-Joov team together - bringing job seekers top quality resources along with ‘encouragement’ to win the job! June 30, 2009, Los Gatos, CA – FiredUP Careers, a uniquely focused career coaching company, announced today that it has teamed with the » Read More
Recent openings I’ve come across - scroll down and pass along if you know someone else who is looking: Systems Analyst Operations Position Available in Miami, Florida This position is responsible for working in a cross-functional environment and partnering with internal users to provide day to day support, define business and technical requirements, develop recommendations, and implement, » Read More
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