July 20th, 2009
In the past when I was job hunting, I grew very annoyed with the typical job search tools out there—the Monsters and Careerbuilders—because it seemed I only received feedback from telemarketing firms and such. My resume was posted under categories like “publishing” and “public relations,” and I would receive the most ridiculous e-mails from companies promising I’d make $5000 in a week. Give me a break! I have enough spam in my life. It almost made me feel these sites only exist so that marketing companies could retrieve your contact information.
Then I discovered the wonderful (almost spam-free) world of social networking. I joined LinkedIn and Twitter, and began to professionalize my Facebook and MySpace accounts. This proved to be much more beneficial than job-search websites.
These websites already link you with your friends and colleagues, who may already have contacts in the fields you’re interested in. I have found so many people I’ve worked for in the past as well as those I’ve done business with in my current job. We maintain a business relationship through these websites, and if we ever need a recommendation or assistance, we support one another. Networking, and now “social” networking, has and will continue to be one of the best job hunting tools.
Networking websites make it extremely easy for one to find colleagues too, in case you’re new to the social media trend. They let you type in keywords or import your e-mail address book. Poof! All your contacts appear.
Now, keep in mind you may have to do some cleaning up if you use any of these sites to keep in touch with friends as well as colleagues. I remember when I first created my Facebook account, I posted all sorts of not-so-appropriate items. Once I started receiving friend requests from coworkers and clients, I had to start putting thought into everything I broadcasted to the world.
The key is to keep a balance. Many employers do prefer their employees to be in touch with social media, so it is wise to set up accounts on such sites. But in order to create a favorable impression, be mindful when posting information and photos.
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July 17th, 2009
Improving your resume can be a stressful task, but all it takes is a little bit of time and effort, as well as spell check, and you should be good to go. The hardest part, with most written work, is getting started. Improving your resume requires simplifying your goals and achievements into a one-page summary, which can be extremely difficult at times.
First you will want to come up with a clear and concise objective. Many people just write up a plain, generic objective. Having worked with a job recruitment firm, I have seen the same thing (verbatim) too many times. While some employers may not appreciate originality, I would like to believe a little creativity will get you further than the pack of applicants chasing the same position. This may be the most tasking part of improving your resume, but once you get the objective out of the way, the rest is as easy as cut and paste.
Next, you are going to have to somehow list your job experience. There are many templates and formats out there. There are two basic strategies: Listing each position separately with a brief description of each one, or giving a summary of qualifications and types of job duties you’re familiar with and then giving a quick bulleted list of positions without the descriptions of each. The first works well if you’re past experience is comprised of varying types of positions with a broad background. The latter is better suited for those who have sort of climbed up the ladder in one specific field.
Finally, some prospective employers require a list of references. If not, it is perfectly fine to just state that references are available upon request. Otherwise, if references are required, leave enough space at the bottom of your resume to input at least three names, along with their position and phone number.
And DO NOT forget to proofread that resume multiple times. It doesn’t hurt to have a friend look it over as well because sometimes it can be hard to pinpoint errors in your own writing. Believe me, I have seen employers throw away resumes with no hesitation just because of grammatical errors. Think about it: If you don’t your resume seriously enough to put time into editing it thoroughly, are you going to take your job seriously?
Good luck.
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July 15th, 2009
Today, we’re seeing more and more adults in their 30s, 40s and even 50s and up continuing their educational efforts. With the economy in depressing conditions, it is no surprise adult education is on the rise. Companies are laying off employees left and right, and the lines to collect unemployment checks are out the door.
The job market is more supply than demand, and job seekers are suffering. It’s tough, and if you’re one of the many people out there looking for a job, you really need to focus your energies on differentiating yourself. What is going to make you stand out? What is going to impress prospective employers?
The more you have to offer a company, the more likely they are to choose you over another applicant. And the most obvious way to bring more to the table is by furthering your education. Sure, it is expensive and time consuming. But even attending a local community college and/or applying for federal loans can be a big help, and as for time consumption, you’re unemployed, remember? What else do you have to do?
And if you can’t decide what type of education program suits you, think about the types of positions you’re going to be applying for. Some jobs only require a license or certification. Most community colleges offer these types of programs. And as long as you have the time, why not get certified in multiple areas of your specific field? Like I already stated, the more you can bring to the table, the better your chances. Or for those with a degree, going one step further can be very wise. Get a master’s next. If you already have one, think about a doctorate.
I know it’s such a relief once you’re through with the academic world. No more homework, no more term papers, no more final exams. But that’s a small price to pay when your future is at stake.
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May 20th, 2009
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