http://www.recruitingblogswap.com/ Grow your blog's readership by swapping links and articles with other blog authors and publishers. en-us Appropriate keyword use is a big deal for job seekers working on their resumes. Many employers now use some form of scanning software as an initial screener that helps them determine which candidates are obviously qualified for the job. Even when your resume makes it passed the screening process, if a hiring manager can’t glance at your resume and determine through your use of keywords that you mesh with the position you’re applying for, you resume will likely land in the decline stack. The best way to ensure your resume will be taken seriously is to avoid the misuse of keywords. What Are Keywords? Keywords are words or phrases that employers use to find the right candidates for positions they’re offering. The concept is similar to that of looking up information in a search engine. The more keywords you use to conduct your search, the more closely the information you find will match what... http://www.mnheadhunter.com/mh/2012/05/resume-keyword-mistakes-are-you-making-one.html Mon, 14 May 2012 17:00:22 -0500 Where exactly is your job search going? Hopefully, you are on the road to success, but it is possible to make a wrong turn along the way. In order to get a job, you need to avoid certain tendencies that can slow you down. According to one expert, these include: Being under-prepared- Never take anything for granted in your job search. For example, research a company and prepare a list of questions before an interview. Going casual- You are expected to dress like a professional for an interview, not like its casual Friday. Groom yourself from head to toe. Going it alone- Remember to network; you don't have to be on your own in finding a job. Reach out to your family, friends, and acquaintances whether in person, by phone, or online. Other tendencies to avoid in your job search can be found at the source below. Do not... http://www.jobsingothenburg.com/2012/05/14/wrong-way-take-a-right-turn-to-get-the-job/ Mon, 14 May 2012 05:21:16 -0500 1. Be able to explain why you have decided that now is the time for you to return to the work force – why now? Have a convincing statement about your goals or intentions of staying in the work force after being away for a period of time - this is best done by scripting and practicing your answer so that you feel confident saying it in the interview. 2. Make sure that you are up-to-date on changes that have occurred in your field in your absence. This may entail taking a brush up class or course. It is important that you be able to show that you can "hit the ground running," particularly with so many candidates to choose from in this economy. 3. Do some research, using the internet to discover what is required in the type of position you are seeking. Job postings are "wish lists"... http://blog.sweetcareersconsulting.com/2012/05/returning-to-the-workforce-after-an-extended-absence-interview-tips-from-the-interview-coach-carole-martin.html Sat, 12 May 2012 09:22:48 -0500 <a href="http://careeralley.com/wp-content/uploads/clouds.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-3723" title="clouds" src="http://careeralley.com/wp-content/uploads/clouds-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="124" /></a>“<em>You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make the dream a reality.</em>” - <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walt_Disney" target="_blank">Walt Disney</a> I caught up with an old friend who had worked for me about 20 years ago. I remember his interview. He was at least 20 minutes late and I remember thinking "<em>there is no way this guy is getting the job</em>". Of course I hired him and he wound up being one of the best hires I've ever made (yes, even 20 years later). To think that he completely changed my mind during the interview from "not a chance" to being offered the job. That is truly an amazing feat. So, fast forward 20 years and he has decided to leave the corporate life (which can be a real pain at times)... http://freejobsearchtips.info Fri, 11 May 2012 15:18:33 -0500 All this talk about keywords on your resume everywhere you turn, but how do you know when and where to use them? Applicant tracking software picks up certain search terms within your resume and returns those results to the person conducting the search. So while you want to have the right keywords in your resume, you also don’t want to just stuff your resume with an excess of words either. First, you need to determine the right keywords Where do you find them? Look within the job description or ad posting first. Many times employers will put exactly the skills or experience they’re looking for right within the job ad itself. Search the ad for these keywords and make sure they appear in your resume. Another way to find appropriate keywords is to use salary.com or other similar tool where you can research online a specific position and its responsibilities. This gives... http://www.mnheadhunter.com/mh/2012/05/how-to-use-keywords-on-your-resume.html Thu, 10 May 2012 16:15:02 -0500 1. Script Your Thoughts. Whether you were fired under unfair circumstances or for something you did that you regret, write down your thoughts on how you would explain the instance. Read your script aloud or use a tape recorder and practice until you like what you hear. Better yet, answer the question for someone else in a mock interview. Have him observe your interview technique--your body language, eye contact and comfort-level while discussing your experience. Feedback from someone else will help you improve your presentation. 2. Check with Your References. It is important to find out what your former employer will say, or not say, about you if called for a reference. What you say should be in sync with what your former employer will say. If you left the employer under agreeable terms, check with your former employer to find out what you can expect. 3. Don't Lie. Probably... http://www.greatresumesfast.com/blog/2012/05/08/how-to-prepare-for-the-job-interview-if-you-have-been-fired-from-a-job/ Tue, 08 May 2012 15:31:34 -0500 1. When you change careers the focus will be on the "softer" skills - referred to as "transferable" or "portable" skills.These skills include communication skills, ability to work with a diversity of people, ability to plan and organize, time management, etc. 2. Each candidate is unique. What makes you unique? Think about your personality and your personal traits. One of the things that the interviewer is looking for is "someone to fit in" – who is likeable - will work well with the other team members. Personal traits could be the tie breaker between two equally qualified people. Think of at least five personal traits that make you unique – friendly, flexible, quick learner, reliable, responsible, easy to get along with. 3. Believe in yourself. Show confidence in the fact that you can do the job. Any sales person will tell you that when you believe in your product and... http://www.jobsingothenburg.com/2012/05/08/changing-careers-and-have-no-or-little-experience-at-the-new-career/ Tue, 08 May 2012 13:03:07 -0500 In a time when millions of workers are unemployed and competition for positions is higher than ever, you want to make sure that you’re able to stand out among your competition. But how can your resume make an impact when so many others are applying? Take a look at these three steps to creating an attention-grabbing resume: Start with Visual Attractiveness It may seem that creating a visually attractive resume isn’t important, but nothing could be further from the truth. While you don’t need to spend your time adding pretty borders or cutesy fonts, you do need to ensure that your document is readable. Creating white space with the use of bullet points and subheadings improves readability tenfold. Also, ensuring your fonts are professional can make a huge difference in guaranteeing your resume will be read by a hiring manager. Create a Standout Branding Statement When a hiring manager reads your resume,... http://www.gradversity.com/3-steps-to-creating-an-attention-grabbing-resume/ Tue, 08 May 2012 09:51:09 -0500 Creating an accomplishment-driven resume is vitally important in order to get the attention of hiring managers. How do you do that though when your job isn’t necessarily all about numbers or sales? You can start by asking yourself the following seven questions about your experience in customer service and then incorporate those answers into your resume today! 1. Have I had any effect on operating costs? Have I reduced them in some way? What about general overhead for the business; have I reduced that in some way? 2. What responsibilities or results have I had with key accounts? 3. Have I had any involvement in new processes, procedures, or technologies that have been used to automate processes or save the company time or money? 4. What about quality assurance or performance review results? What have others said about the quality of the service I offer? 5.... http://www.theresumeuniverse.com/ Mon, 07 May 2012 15:47:25 -0500 <a href="http://CareerAlley.com/wp-content/uploads/Start-and-stop-buttons.jpg"><img class="alignleft wp-image-2854" title="Start-and-stop-buttons" src="http://CareerAlley.com/wp-content/uploads/Start-and-stop-buttons-300x199.jpg" alt="" width="189" height="125" /></a>"<em>The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand.</em>" - <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vince_Lombardi" target="_blank">Vince Lombardi</a> New Year, new start (right?)! Any resolutions? How many will you keep and how many will you break? If you are like most people, you will probably break some. If finding a new job was one of your resolutions, now is the time to get organized and set your plan in motion. One of the keys to success is to set goals that are realistic and tasks that can be reasonably accomplished. How you approach your job search is driven by many factors: <ul> <li>Whether or not you are currently working (or have you lost your job)</li> <li>Level of experience</li> <li>Industry and job function</li> <li>Geographic location</li> <li>Compensation requirements and... http://freejobsearchtips.info Fri, 04 May 2012 06:56:30 -0500