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Roger Clark - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Roger Clark writes quality articles on all aspects of resume writing and related job seeker topics, based on his own professional career experiences, spanning more than 25 years with top international companies.
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- Laying Ceramic Tiles - Discover the Benefits That Make Ceramics So Popular
[Home-Improvement:DIY] Why do you think ceramic tiles are so popular for use in kitchens, bathrooms and hallways? Take a look at the benefits and make up your own mind.
- Sterling Silver Rings For Men - Long Lasting Trend Or Just a Fashion Fad?
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews:Jewelry-Diamonds] Discover why men are increasingly wearing jewelry. Is it because they see male celebrities wearing rings and chains, or is there more to it?
- Seriously Impress at Your Interview With These 7 Hot Tips
[Business:Careers-Employment] So you’ve managed to secure a job interview for a position that
fits you PERFECTLY. Now comes the moment of truth: Are you
REALLY ready for the interview? If you’ve rehearsed what you’re
going to say and know the perfect answer to every potential
question, you’re half way there. There’s just one important
thing you’ve forgotten:
- How to Ask For a Salary Increase and Get Your Raise
[Business:Careers-Employment] Feeling overworked and underpaid? If you're starting to feel like you deserve a raise, here are eight DO's and DON'Ts to build your confidence and tact (and what to avoid!) in asking for the salary you feel you deserve.
- Tips on How to Write High Impact Letters of Recommendation
[Business:Careers-Employment] Congratulations. You’ve been asked to write a letter of
recommendation for an employee or colleague. This person values
your opinion of him or her, and you’d be glad to help them
advance. The problem is you’re unsure of what to say or how to
say it! Here are four tips to keep in mind when preparing your
recommendation.
- Job Search Advice for Desperate Job Seekers
[Business:Job-Search-Techniques] Another morning of job hunting lies ahead of you. You pour a cup
of coffee and open the paper to the employment section. With a
mixture of anticipation and desperation you pick up a stub of
pencil and prepare to target and identify some possible job
opportunities.
- How to Negotiate The Best Salary and Benefit Packages
[Business:Careers-Employment] One of the most difficult aspects of job searching for many people, especially those who are just starting out or who are making a mid-career change, is actually the salary and benefits negotiation aspect.
- Interview Tips - Ten Top Do's & Dont's for Winning Interviews
[Business:Careers-Employment] In this day and age it can become increasingly difficult to even get your foot in the door and get an interview; once you’ve accomplished that you will want to make sure you continue to put your best foot forward and nail the interview as well.
- How to Close Your Interview and Leave a Lasting Positive Impression
[Business:Careers-Employment] Knowing how to successfully close an interview can make the difference between getting the job and being one of the unfortunate individuals who receives a rejection letter in the mail. While much attention is given to the matters of how to write a resume and cover letter as well as what to expect in regards to interview questions,
- After Your Interview - What Must You Do Next?
[Business:Careers-Employment] Other than actually landing the interview itself and living through it, waiting after the interview and wondering whether you will get a phone call or a rejection letter can be one of the most difficult aspects of searching for a job. What you do after the interview should actually start while you are still 'working' the interview.
- Technology in the Workplace - Boon or Curse?
[Business:Careers-Employment] Like all new innovations, technology in the work environment can either work for you or against you. What is good for the employer or is not always the same for the employee.
- How to Write Cover Letters That Increase Your Chances of Winning an Interview
[Business:Resumes-Cover-Letters] Submit a poorly written cover letter and the chances are your resume will end up in the trash bin without even being looked at. On the other hand, a well written cover letter can almost guarantee you get an interview.
- Resumes Aren't Important - They Are Everything When it Comes to Getting an Interview
[Business:Resumes-Cover-Letters] Employers and recruiters receive hundreds of resumes for every position they are trying to fill. To select their shortlist of candidates to interview, they look for the most common resume mistakes most applicants make and eliminate them first. To increase your chances of getting an interview, make sure you avoid these common mistakes.
- Why One Word Answers are Bad News at Job Interviews
[Business:Careers-Employment] It takes a lot of time and effort to get invited to a job interview. Don't blow your chances by being misunderstood by the interviewer. Not many people are aware that giving one word answers to questions, substantially increases your chances of conveying the wrong impression.
- What to Do if You are Over 40 and Have Lost Your Job
[Business:Careers-Employment] Unexpectedly loosing your job can be a very traumatic and distressing experience at the best of times. If you are over 40 and can't find the job you deserve, you will need great inner strength and self belief to come out on top.
- What You Should Never Put on Your Resume
[Business:Careers-Employment] "Almost Everybody does it" as they say. Let's face it, the job market can be a very tough place to compete. If everyone does it then how can an honest person get a job?
- Resume Software - Advantages Revealed
[Computers-and-Technology:Software] The various resume software offered, particularly on the internet, can seem very attractive to job seekers; especially to those not comfortable writing resumes. At first glance resume writing software can provide a number of perks and can appear to be the perfect solution to many job seekers.
- Resume Software - The Hidden Pitfalls
[Business:Resumes-Cover-Letters] A large majority of software requires the use of their format; most commonly using the chronological resume style. While the chronological style is certainly the most traditional manner to write a resume, it is not always advantageous for everyone.
- Resume Formats - The Hidden Pitfalls
[Business:Resumes-Cover-Letters] Deciding on a resume format is the first major decision to be made when creating your resume. The overall look of your resume depends on the resume format, font and outline you choose.
- Resume Layouts - The Hidden Pitfalls
[Business:Resumes-Cover-Letters] There are many options of available to today's job seeker. With a quick change of graphical elements such as fonts and style, the feel of a resume can change from traditional and conservative to creative and modern.
- Goal Setting - Road Map To Achieving Your Career Goals
[Business:Careers-Employment] Goal setting and career planning go hand in hand. Without setting clear goals you cant plan effectively. You can only set informed career goals if you acquire plenty of information about the career choices open to you. This will require research which can be conducted online or through a local library. You can also visit professional career planning offices to find out about the services they offer.
- Aptitude Tests Reveal the Difference Between Your Aptitude & Ability
[Business:Careers-Employment] Aptitude tests measure your skills, abilities, values, interests and personality in order to help you determine which careers you might be best suited for and eliminate those that you are not. Aptitude tests are some of the most important tools to anyone considering a career change.
- Resume Outline - Add Structure & Flow to Your Resume
[Business:Careers-Employment] Building your resume, based on a resume outline will give it structure and flow... it provides an outline of all the things you should include in your resume. A resume is one of the most important documents you will ever create
- Sample Cover Letters - The Hidden Pitfalls
[Business:Resumes-Cover-Letters] You can benefit from sample cover letters as they can help you learn about the constructs of a high quality cover letter. However, there are some dangers in doing this - If you have been sending out tons of resumes and cover letters and are not getting interviews you are probably wondering why. After all, you have the requisite education and work experience required in the job posting. You are sending in both a resume and cover letter as requested, so why aren't you getting any calls for interviews?
- Resume Objectives - The Hidden Pitfalls
[Business:Resumes-Cover-Letters] Before we can discuss the pitfalls you first need to understand the reasons for including your resume objectives and how they relate to your resume and interview selection process. Including an objectives section at the beginning of your resume provides a brief introduction to the purpose of the resume, highlighting your career objectives and the type of job you are seeking.
- Top Career Advice - More Choices and A Better Way of Life
[Business:Career-Advice] Choosing a career presents a nerve-racking decision, as it can have a life-long impact on you. Do not fret, as you can gain a clearer outlook into your future by thorough career planning.
- Sample Resumes - Why You Only Really Need Four
[Business:Resumes-Cover-Letters] Any job seeker looking for sample resumes usually doesn't have to look very far. A multitude of sites today are offering free sample resumes on the internet in addition to the avalanche of books that are released each year touting resume examples. With this kind of information overload it can be quite easy ...
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