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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.
A Little Soft in Soft Skills
This year Millennial Branding conducted a survey of 225 employers using Experience Inc.’s data pool of over 100,000 U.S. companies. The subject was the “Student Employment Gap.” What caught my attention was the perceived deficit in soft skills for entry-level employees. Often candidates, especially recent graduates, overlook soft skills when preparing for a career. Education,…
Résumé Help: Don’t Be Afraid to Shine
Periodically I hear from clients that they don’t want their résumé to look too fancy or stylish. I say, “Why are you afraid to shine?” I am not suggesting anything garish or over-the-top. However, don’t be afraid to shine! The point of the entire job search process is to shine. You want to present a…
Thanksgiving: A Chance to say, “Thanks,” and Network!
If you live in the U.S. or Canada, you know that Thanksgiving is approaching. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to reconnect with others and share gratitude. It is not just about family. Many people impact our lives in a meaningful way. Take the opportunity to reach out (network). Why is Thanksgiving a good time to…
Conducting Job Research
This is a Guest Post written by Samantha Peters, an avid blogger who enjoys writing about various career and job related topics. Sam manages The Education Update and lives in beautiful San Diego, California. When it comes to finding a career, preparation is the key. For this reason, conducting research to discover more information about potential businesses and…
Scams Targeting the Unemployed
Unfortunately, there are people lurking behind the cover of seemingly legitimate offers. They are ready to steal your money. Often the most vulnerable are the ones targeted by these con artists. Who is more vulnerable that an unemployed person? With the sophistication of today’s technologies and communication methods, an individual with a modest operation can…
Barrier-Breaking Women
Many cheered at the announcement that Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore have been admitted membership in the prestigious, formerly all male, private golf club. Some say it is one more step in the eradication of institutionalized sexism. Others say that although it is the right thing to do and long overdue, it does not impact…
You Suspect That Your Co-Worker is Abusing Drugs…
According to the 2012 report based on the National Survey on Drug Use and Health sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, drug abuse among adults continues to rise. With millions of American abusing various forms of drugs, the chances are that you have encountered a co-worker who is afflicted with an…
Fifty Shades of Résumé
Many careerists believe there is one résumé template that fits everyone. It is not uncommon for job seekers to borrow a résumé from a friend or copy a template found online when creating their résumé. It is a great idea to look the résumé of a successful professional to get inspiration. However, when it comes…
Order on the Résumé!
Order of the résumé is important for two reasons. First, when you follow a standard résumé order, you are delivering what the reader expects. When you depart from the standard, you might be perceived as uninformed. Second, when data is properly organized your most compelling selling points will shine. Within the résumé -writing realm, there…
Skype Interview Suggestions
If you are actively job searching out of your area and you have not used Skype for an interview yet, you will. Prepare yourself now so you are ready when the opportunity is presented. Create an Ideal Background Remove people, pets, and any other distractions. Choose a room with a neutral, uncluttered background. Avoid using…