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Debra Wheatman, President of Careers Done Write, provides expert insight to the job search process that puts your career in gear with tips for interviewing, networking, job search strategies and how to create a winning resume and cover letter.

Help! My job search is going nowhere!
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Help! My job search is going nowhere!

Probably the question that I am asked most frequently is this one: “Why am I not getting interviews/callbacks/offers when I’m putting in all this effort?” I know that job seeking can be frustrating; the process is often lengthier than candidates would like. To make it less frustrating, you need to be strategic and precise in how you execute your search. Most job seekers go about executing their search in ineffective and inefficient ways. Here are some things that might be making your job search more arduous than it needs to be….

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8 Tips for Effectively Networking During the Holiday Season
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8 Tips for Effectively Networking During the Holiday Season

The end of the year is typically filled with parties, gatherings, and social engagements, making it the perfect time for networking. This year, COVID has upended the usual holiday practice of getting together in person and wishing each other well. However, there is still ample opportunity to build and nurture your network. Here are some tips on how to do so effectively….

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Maximize the impact of your year-end job searching
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Maximize the impact of your year-end job searching

Now that the holiday season is officially upon us, I am thinking about a question I’m frequently asked this time of year. Many readers want to know if they should suspend their job searches until mid-January because, as we all know, lots of typical business processes slow down during this time of year. My answer is always the same, and it’s a resounding, “No!” The end of the year can be one of the best times to look for a new role, and here’s why….

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It’s no longer “job hopping”

It is no secret that the employee/employer relationship has radically changed over the last three decades. Gone are the days of remaining with one employer for your entire career. That has been replaced by the reality of quarterly layoffs, and cuts in pay and benefits. I’ve previously discussed why you need to reframe your thinking…

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Video: Guidance on Job Hopping on AMATV

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Job Hoppers: Advice Before & After You Hop

There are many old adages associated with career success.  One that remains true is, “Better to have a job to get a job.” Candidates who are employed fair much better when job-searching.  In fact, the longer you are out of work, the more difficult to find work.  Recently, Bullhorn Reach conducted a survey of 1,500 recruiters. …

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