Employees can gain a leading edge in an uncertain job market by following some guidelines. Considering the recent economic crisis the time has come for employees to develop their job hunting skills and review their career plans. The crisis in the market and credit crunch will eventually hit the job market. As more number of employees will start looking for jobs (the resulting influx of so many people made jobless by the banking crisis) it will become moredifficult for jobseekers to secure the … [Read more...]
Common questions about resumes
September 23, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Many formats of resumes, many resume writers, many resume services ... Well you are confused - and want to know what is best for you? In my professional life as a recruiter I have seen thousands of resume formats. With the large number of applicants most of the employers just evaluate resumes in a glance. Now in a series of articles we will be sharing some of the questions which candidates normally have and their answers.How many variants of resumes should I have?Most of us look for career … [Read more...]
How To Use A Recruitment Agency
September 16, 2008 By 2 Comments
How To Use A Recruitment AgencyBy: Thomas PrettyThose in the recruitment industry will happily profess that is currently booming. Seemingly most high streets have at least one agency if not more advertising jobs and recruiting workers for a number of industry sectors. When you are searching for work, or even searching for an employee it is always a difficult decision which agency to use, if using an agency at all. For those hunting for jobs it is important to realise that a recruitment agency is … [Read more...]
How To Create A Resume That Gets Results
August 15, 2008 By Leave a Comment
By: Oleg SavchenkoAn Effective resume should make an impact on the reader who gets impressed and results get transformed. Its purpose is to create possibility of an interview and obtain it as well as to ultimately get the job or work assignment or intensive. All the efforts put in this direction would be worth its while and you can be given a lot of tips to help create resumes which gets good results which ultimately lands you up on the job or work assignment.So, how to create a resume (CV, … [Read more...]
A Guide to Preparing For Your Job Interview
August 13, 2008 By Leave a Comment
By: Tony JacowskiStart preparing for your job interview at least two or three days in advance. This will give you enough time to select the appropriate clothes to wear, complete research about the company, and prepare for questions from the interviewers. You will also be able to use this time to become familiarized with the location of the interview, which will allow you to get to know the area and decide upon a route that will allow you to reach your destination on time.Remember the old adage, … [Read more...]
Getting Hired: Successful Job Interview Using Influence Skills
August 11, 2008 By Leave a Comment
By: Alan VengelOne of the most important influence moments in your career is the moment where you must convince someone to hire you. Whether you are just out of college, looking for a change, or a contractor who must convince others of your services almost daily, you will find that a set of simple influence skills will propel you through the interviewing process on your way to a successful career.AssertIt is imperative that you state your objectives clearly. Most organizations are looking for … [Read more...]
How to Write Resume: How to Begin the Write a Resume?
August 9, 2008 By Leave a Comment
By: Oleg SavchenkoStarting your resume can seem like a daunting knowledge but it doesn't have to be. Remember that you can make deviations to it once you get something on paper and can rework it as you see fit. When you are designing your resume you want to make it the most vigorous statement that you can about yourself. Sure you want to write a resume to strengthen the importance of your strong points that make your resume stand out from the most others.So, you want to know how to write a … [Read more...]
Tough Interview Question Why you leave your job?
June 12, 2008 By Leave a Comment
One of the questions that is typically asked in an interview is "Why are you leaving your job?" or "Why did you leave your job?" Review these suggestions on how best to response to meet your particular situation. Be direct and focus your interview answer on the future, especially if your leaving wasn't under the best of circumstances.This question is among the most basic in interviewing. It's also one of the tricky Questions that may ask in the interview, as an interviewee can be eliminated … [Read more...]
How to deal with Job Search Pitfall?
June 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Job Search Pitfall to AvoidWhen people have a goal in mind or want to find something, there's one simple process that needs to be carried out - that of actively going after or searching for that prize. The search for a great job is no different, and while mass communication makes job hunting easier, there's still a dreadful lengthy process involved when you're trying to find the job you want. Here are a few tips and pointers that will help you on your journey to employment.Are you wondering why … [Read more...]
Oppurtunities & Challenges of Working Abroad
May 14, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Some one has said that - A new country brings new opportunities, new challenges and also new difficulties.Working abroad in a foreign country can be quite challenging for some people especially where interaction with other people is part of the job profile. In such a situation, knowledge of the foreign language and an understanding of their culture can be helpful. Those of us who have had an experience of traveling abroad through work or for leisure have a better chance of adapting well in a … [Read more...]
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