If you’re heading into an interview it means your resume did its big job (unless you networked your way in without one). And now it’s your turn…are you prepared? Never think that you can just wing a job interview, preparation is the most important thing you can do to set yourself apart from your competition. In a » Read More
How’s your online presence these days? In today’s career marketplace to be a digital ghost (meaning unknown online) is the equivalent of being a digital disaster. Why is having an online presence so important now? The answer to that question is fairly simple, but the building of your presence and your personal brand online is » Read More
There is no doubt about it - networking is the best way to find a new job. In fact studies have shown that over 80% of jobs are found via networking. And, in this day and age there is so much available on the networking front. Here is a new one I came across “CupOfCoffeeNetworkers“. » Read More
It’s Friday and here are a few openings that have come across my desk this week - scroll through and see if there’s a fit for you, if not pass the post on in the event there is something here that might help someone else. Sr. Tax Manager, Systems I am currently conducting a search for a » Read More
Guest post by Kevin Donlin – The most brilliant job-search plan in the world won’t get you hired by itself. You have to take action. But before you can act, you must decide to act. And that’s where things get tricky. Because your mind can work for you or against you. If you can harness your thoughts and let » Read More
Guest Post by Karen Burns, Working Girl – First the good news: Job hopping is not the career killer it used to be. But say you’re hunting for a job. And worrying that potential employers might look askance at your multitudinous job history. Is there anything you can/should do? Yes: First, if you’re under 30 you probably don’t » Read More
Being a huge proponent of growing your network the Web 2.0 conference I attended this past week was a perfect example of just what I mean about networking outside your regular arena to find new opportunities and gain new connections, while at the same time gathering new up-to-date marketplace knowledge. This was a great event and » Read More
Each Friday I will post openings here that I gather during the week from perusing the web, or that have been passed by me via a group or contact. Hope one might fit your needs, if not pass the post along to help others who may be a match. Thanks! ——- Senior Infrastructure Project Manager - London » Read More
Ok - I know the Cisco Fatty tweet has been all over the internet, and I mean ‘all over’, but I have to say after reading what’s come through my windows that I really think this whole situation was a win/win for both Cisco, as well as Connor Riley. In my opinion it’s a win for » Read More
Guest Post by Steve Bullard of SearchLogixGroup.com – 1) Search assignments are up across numerous industry verticals We have noticed the market picking up with an increase in current client job assignments as well as call in activity. 2) Increase in interview activity Our client companies remain diligent in their interviewing processes; however the urgency level of their need » Read More
With so many people out of work and feeling discouraged in their job search we certainly need a place to go where encouragement around job search can ignite new ideas and open new doors. And that’s what Carol Chenot, Founder of Job Rejoov, has now given us - a place to come together, encourage » Read More
The reports are out and Market Watch has just predicted that February ‘09 will show the worst job loss in 60 years. How do you fight that? Where does that leave you? What a hopeless headline that is! I’m not really a huge football fan, but I do have to say that so many » Read More
Amazing…who would have thought that a site focused on one question “what are you doing”, that only allows you 140 characters to answer the question would turn into such a sensation? Not only that, but would also turn in to the latest way to conduct your job search? Well, Twitter has managed to » Read More
Well, double digit unemployment is the downside, but the upside is California Unemployment Office is hiring an additional 400 people - check it out and see if you qualify: http://tinyurl.com/d672kz Read More
We’re excited to put the word out about Laid Off Camp and also excited to be a contributing sponsor of this terrific event. FiredUP Careers will be donating 200 of our FiredUP Interviewing audio cd’s for people who attend the ‘un-conference’. Press release follows: LAIDOFFCAMP KICKS OFF IN SAN FRANCISCO Networking Event Will Lift Spirits, Bring Job » Read More
Just announced in the NY Times that G.M. will be cutting 10,000 salaried positions plus cut the salaries of others up to 10%. Layoffs are everywhere and more keep haunting us everyday. What can a person do who is in the midst of this terrible ’storm’? How can one prepare to face these difficult job search » Read More
Hello! Twitter - many of us are all ‘atwitter’ about Twitter and there is good reason to be. What a great place to connect! I have to admit when I first heard of Twitter a few months back and decided to join my first thoughts were…huh?? How do I use this thing? But, once I » Read More
Ok - how many resumes have I reviewed, written, edited - not sure, but it feels like millions. One thing I have to say over and over again is don’t let your resume end up with “feature creep”. Feature creep is term for over doing it on product options. I came across the term in a » Read More
Finishing school and heading out into the real world can be tough business these days - especially with the current economic climate. Fortunately there’s loads of help out there for you. Here are some links to great people who have a lot of experience and great information to offer you so you can hit the » Read More
Literally - if you’ve been spending 99% of your time in ‘job search mode’, it’s time to take a hike. Sometimes you’ve got to get away from something to really be able to look at it clearly and taking a hike (or walk), getting some fresh air and enjoying the sun (or chill) on » Read More
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