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Saturday, December 5, 2015
Discover a World of Opportunity at The New York Public Library! | The New York Public Library
Discover a World of Opportunity at The New York Public Library! | The New York Public Library
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
4 Ways Blogging Helps Build a Better Career
4 Ways Blogging Helps Build a Better Career
As a blogger, you are in control of the content – and ultimately your online reputation and presence.
Here are four more ways blogging can help your career, right now:
Beef Up Your Writing Portfolio
If you are in the field of communications, having excellent writing skills will set you apart from the competition. How exactly do you become a great writer? Practice. Much like any athlete or musician, the only way to excel in your craft is to continue to practice. Having a blog which you post to daily, weekly, or even monthly gives you a variety of writing samples to add to your portfolio. My writing portfolio is filled with articles that I wrote for my personal blog. All writing samples should be recognized, whether it was for a national newspaper or a simple WordPress site. Read more...Monday, July 1, 2013
Job Shoppers ALWAYS Get The Best Opportunities | CAREEREALISM
Job Shoppers ALWAYS Get The Best Opportunities | CAREEREALISM
Ever heard of a job shopper? They are a rare but successful breed of employment seeker who always knows how to get the best jobs and climb the ladder on their own terms. These people make finding a new job look easy.
Well, you can, too. Job shoppers are no different than savvy car or clothes shoppers. Follow the rules of smart shopping and you can be on your way to a better opportunity, regardless of job market conditions.
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Ever heard of a job shopper? They are a rare but successful breed of employment seeker who always knows how to get the best jobs and climb the ladder on their own terms. These people make finding a new job look easy.
Well, you can, too. Job shoppers are no different than savvy car or clothes shoppers. Follow the rules of smart shopping and you can be on your way to a better opportunity, regardless of job market conditions.
Know What A Great Opportunity Looks Like
Smart shoppers do their homework. They research their options, study the trends, and make sure they know what a “good deal” looks like. Job shoppers are no different. Start by finding out the salary and benefit options for someone with your skills and years of experience. This is especially important if you’ve been with the same company for a long time. Tenured employees are often surprised to learn they are either at the low or high end of the range. Read more...Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Job Seekers: Why You Should Try A Temp Job | CAREEREALISM
Job Seekers: Why You Should Try A Temp Job | CAREEREALISM
By Amanda Haddaway
Some job seekers are hesitant to accept temporary or contract assignments because they are concerned if they commit to something short-term, they will miss out on opportunities for full-time assignments. This may be a bit short-sighted because many employers are now using staffing agencies (and sometimes internal recruiters) to “try before they buy” job candidates. In many cases, short-term assignments are being extended and even becoming full-time opportunities for some workers. Read more...
By Amanda Haddaway
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Some job seekers are hesitant to accept temporary or contract assignments because they are concerned if they commit to something short-term, they will miss out on opportunities for full-time assignments. This may be a bit short-sighted because many employers are now using staffing agencies (and sometimes internal recruiters) to “try before they buy” job candidates. In many cases, short-term assignments are being extended and even becoming full-time opportunities for some workers. Read more...
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Wednesday, October 24, 2012
To Succeed at Work, Be a Dragon-bull | The Savvy Intern by YouTern
To Succeed at Work, Be a Dragon-bull | The Savvy Intern by YouTern
As an intern, one of the best pieces of career advice I ever received was “Be a dragon-bull.”
For many, internships are the first step into the real world; unfortunately they sometimes provide a rude awakening. I had such an experience in my first major internship. As someone who had always succeeded in life, I had become overconfident. Read more.
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As an intern, one of the best pieces of career advice I ever received was “Be a dragon-bull.”
For many, internships are the first step into the real world; unfortunately they sometimes provide a rude awakening. I had such an experience in my first major internship. As someone who had always succeeded in life, I had become overconfident. Read more.
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Must-Haves: 10 Skills and Books for Today's Worker - On Careers (usnews.com)
Must-Haves: 10 Skills and Books for Today's Worker - On Careers (usnews.com)
By Hannah Morgan
October 17, 2012
What do employers' value? What are they really looking for? According to Natasha Dalzell-Martinez, a research director with Apollo Group, parent company of University of Phoenix, these are the top 10 qualities employers seek today. As a job seeker, employee, and/or a business of one, you will want to develop and promote these qualities in terms that are quantifiable and meaningful to your future or current boss. Try developing these qualities by picking up the books mentioned. Read more...
Embarking on a job search is like preparing to climb a mountain. Maybe not Mt. Everest, where sherpas are found, but you will still need a guide to show you the best paths and methods for making the trek. The terrain can be tricky and unfamiliar so you will want someone to show you the way.
So if you are ready to prepare for your adventure and you need some help, you’ve come to the right place.
By Hannah Morgan
October 17, 2012
| Career Sherpa |
What do employers' value? What are they really looking for? According to Natasha Dalzell-Martinez, a research director with Apollo Group, parent company of University of Phoenix, these are the top 10 qualities employers seek today. As a job seeker, employee, and/or a business of one, you will want to develop and promote these qualities in terms that are quantifiable and meaningful to your future or current boss. Try developing these qualities by picking up the books mentioned. Read more...
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Embarking on a job search is like preparing to climb a mountain. Maybe not Mt. Everest, where sherpas are found, but you will still need a guide to show you the best paths and methods for making the trek. The terrain can be tricky and unfamiliar so you will want someone to show you the way.
So if you are ready to prepare for your adventure and you need some help, you’ve come to the right place.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
10 Details About Today's Job Search | CAREEREALISM
10 Details About Today's Job Search | CAREEREALISM
October 9, 2012 · By Joshua Waldman
October 9, 2012 · By Joshua Waldman
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1. Google Has Replaced the Resume
Recruiters are now using Google and LinkedIn searches to find talent, instead of paying for job-board or talent databases like they used to do. In fact, many companies are even mandating that every new application go through a Google screening process. So that means the first page of your Google results matter much more than they ever did before during a job search. Read more....Related articles
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Thursday, August 23, 2012
Ask Our Experts: Is it My Resume or My Age? | CAREEREALISM
Ask Our Experts: Is it My Resume or My Age? | CAREEREALISM
August 23, 2012 · By Ariella Coombs
Each week, we ask our experts to answer a career question on behalf of our readers.
This week’s question is about resumes and age discrimination from employers:
August 23, 2012 · By Ariella Coombs
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This week’s question is about resumes and age discrimination from employers:
I am a boby boomer and I’m having a hard time finding a job. Why do I keep getting e-mails from companies saying thank you? You know it means NO. What is wrong? Is it my age? – SHere’s what our approved career experts had to say:
‘Thank You’ Doesn’t Necessarily Mean ‘No’.. Read the whole article.
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Friday, August 17, 2012
7 Ways College Students Can Gain an Edge on the Job Hunt - On Careers (usnews.com)
7 Ways College Students Can Gain an Edge on the Job Hunt - On Careers (usnews.com)
Whether you are entering your freshmen year or returning for your senior year, this checklist is mandatory reading and essential to your career development. As you know, competition for jobs after college is fierce, and a college degree no longer differentiates you like it used to. This list of seven action items will help you build the reputation necessary to stand out:
1. Inventory and document summer work experience and skills. No matter what your job was this summer, take time now to update your resume and LinkedIn profile. Be sure to quantify the results of what you accomplished during the projects you worked on. For example, instead of saying "Responsible for cataloging inventory," say "Accurately recorded and documented inventory easily accessible by all staff and saved hundreds of hours each month." If you don't know who benefited from your work and how, find out now, before too much time passes.
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| By Hannah Morgan |
Whether you are entering your freshmen year or returning for your senior year, this checklist is mandatory reading and essential to your career development. As you know, competition for jobs after college is fierce, and a college degree no longer differentiates you like it used to. This list of seven action items will help you build the reputation necessary to stand out:
1. Inventory and document summer work experience and skills. No matter what your job was this summer, take time now to update your resume and LinkedIn profile. Be sure to quantify the results of what you accomplished during the projects you worked on. For example, instead of saying "Responsible for cataloging inventory," say "Accurately recorded and documented inventory easily accessible by all staff and saved hundreds of hours each month." If you don't know who benefited from your work and how, find out now, before too much time passes.
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012
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Monday, July 9, 2012
Women Still at Work: Professionals over Sixty and on the Job, by Elizabeth F. Fideler | Booklist Online
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Booklist Review
Adult books -- Non-fiction -- Business
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
9 Ways to Use Your Public Library in Your Job Search | CAREEREALISM
9 Ways to Use Your Public Library in Your Job Search | CAREEREALISM:
July 3, 2012 · by Jessica Holbrook Hernandez ·
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| Job search public library image from Bigstock |
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