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By CK TanMay 20, 20081 topic

Resume For Fresh Graduate - How To Craft An Impressive One?

How can you craft an impressive resume if you don't have any work experience? This is a problem that is shared by all job hunters who recently graduated from a training program in their field. Even if you don't have that much information to include, you can craft an impressive resume for fresh graduate. nnGranted, recent graduates do not have much work experience, but they have a lot of education. And that education is fresh and relevant to their field. Recent graduates often

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By CK TanMay 19, 20081 topic

What to Bring to a Job Interview - Interview Basics

What should you bring to an interview? Should you come with little more than your carefully groomed and polished self? When deciding what to bring to a job interview, many people fail to prepare. They think that bringing things to an interview makes them appear over the top, but the opposite is actually true. If you don't bring anything, an employer may feel like you have come unprepared. nnYou should never attend an interview empty handed. At the very least, you should bring

Primary topic: Interviewing Skills

Interviewing Skills

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By CK TanMay 18, 20081 topic

Resume Mistake - It May Be Costing You Employment

Employers know what they are looking for in a resume. If they see a resume mistake in any one of the resumes they are reviewing for a position, that resume will likely get filed in the "do not follow up" pile. If you want to be noticed, you need to make sure that your resume does not contain any errors that will irritate employers.nnOne thing that stands out is gaps in employment history. If you do not show why there is a gap between employment entries, it looks like you&#821

Primary topic: Resume Writing

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By CK TanMay 16, 20081 topic

Follow Up Letter After Interview - Write One To Seal The Deal

During every interview, you need to give the employer something to remember you by. After all, you are only one of many vying for the job. Always showcase your best qualities and skills. Be sure to leave the employer with the impression that they cannot afford to NOT hire you. They need you on their team. Help them to remember it by writing a follow up letter after interview. nnThere will be numerous interviews held for the position that you want. How can you stand out? Out o

Primary topic: Interviewing Skills

Interviewing Skills

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By CK TanMay 14, 20081 topic

How to Negotiate Pay - What Are You Worth?

Okay, so you have an interview tomorrow. Do you know what you're going to wear? How does your resume look? What do you know about the company? Chances are, you have addressed and answered all of these questions, but have you given thought to your salary? Have you thought about how much money you need to make, and do you know how to negotiate pay?nnYou should never fail to prepare for salary negotiation. The more money you make, the better life you can afford. Not only will a

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanMay 13, 20081 topic

Questions To Ask At A Job Interview - How To Get The Most Out Of An Interview

When you go to an interview, you expect to answer a lot of questions. But have you thought about the questions you should be asking? An interview is a lot more than a way for the employer to get to know you. It is also your chance to learn about your employer and about the position offered. What you find out could make you realize that the job is not for you after all. Or it could reaffirm your stance that you really want the position. Before you meet with any potential emplo

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By CK TanMay 13, 20081 topic

Compensation and Benefit Strategies for a More Rewarding Career

Everyone has different income needs. Younger people may be able to afford to work on a smaller salary in return for a promising future and opportunities for training and advancement. People with families, on the other hand, might not have much room for negotiation where salary is concerned. They might also need medical coverage and family-friendly benefits such as baby sitting services and gym membership. Whatever your situation, you need to adopt compensation and benefit str

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanMay 11, 20081 topic

How to Use Interview Portfolios to Your Advantage?

Can you condense all of your qualifications, experience and personality onto a single sheet of paper? Of course not; this is why interview portfolios are such a great idea. An interview portfolio can be used to showcase your work and talents all of which may not be showcased properly in a text resume. A portfolio can include projects, photos and work samples that truly highlight and showcase your talent.nnPortfolios have always been popular among artists, architects and other

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By CK TanMay 8, 20081 topic

Resume Writer - Does Your Career Hunt Need a Boost?

Hiring a resume writer can serve as a boost to your career search, but do you need one? If you ask a writer, the answer will no doubt be one sided. If you apply for jobs only to never hear back from the hiring manager, a writer will tell you that you need professional help. Before you hire a writer, however, you should think about the following:nnRead over your resume. There could be spelling and grammatical mistakes that you're not aware of. These are a huge turn off to pote

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By CK TanMay 8, 20081 topic

How to Create a Cover Letter for Jobs That You Dream Of?

When you apply for a job, you have one chance and one chance only to capture your prospective employer's attention. In most cases, this is done using a cover letter. You should create a cover letter for jobs that you apply for via a resume. A well-written application letter is your foot in the door. It is your chance to show what you are made of and why you should get the job. Most importantly, it needs to capture the reader's attention and leave them with something to rememb

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanMay 5, 20081 topic

How To Ace The "Greatest Weakness" Interview Question?

Why do employers always ask the "greatest weakness" interview question? It seems like they are trying to throw you off. I mean, you rehearse the answer to every possible question that you can think of, and then they ask, "What do you think your greatest weakness is?" nnJob interviews are stressful even if you don't have to answer this question. Regardless, interviews and tough questions are an integral part of career advancement, and you NEED to be able to ace them or you wil

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanMay 1, 20081 topic

Your Dress Code for Interview - Suit Up for Success Today

If an employer expects you to dress a certain way when you work in their building and represent their company, why wouldn't they expect you to follow a dress code for interview? The fact of the matter is that they do, and if you don't dress accordingly, you may not get hired. nnWhy should your dress reflect your desire to succeed? You want to show your potential boss that you take the interview process seriously and that you will be just as serious about your job. Worried abo

Primary topic: Career Transition

Career Transition

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By CK TanApr 30, 20081 topic

Tips on Combating Nervousness During a Job Interview

Combating nervousness is essential if you want to appear calm, confident and employable at a job interview. Nerves can only get the best of you if you let them. When is the last time you were nervous over something? You didn't stay nervous forever. You may have even felt silly afterward for being nervous in the first place. The same is true with job interviews. You may have a twinge of nervousness at the start of the interview but you will feel calm and silly afterward. nnThe

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanApr 29, 20081 topic

Taking Charge Of Your Career - Small Changes Reap Great Rewards

Taking charge of your career has never been more vital than it is now. In the past, employers used to reward employees who had worked with them for a while. People were promoted based on job experience and company loyalty, but not anymore. If you want a promotion, you have to work for it. You are the one who has to take charge if you want to move up the corporate ladder.nn Create a Smart Strategy nnHard work is important, but hard work alone will not get you anywhere. You nee

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanApr 28, 20081 topic

Can You Really Afford Taking A Year off Work?

Taking a year off work takes planning, but it can be done. In fact, more people than ever before are taking breaks from work. A college student may choose to take a year off before entering the work force. Parents may take a year off after having a new baby. While the reasons vary, the planning that goes into such a break remains the same. One of the most important factors to consider is money. Where will you get the money for basic essentials such as food and shelter while y

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanApr 27, 20081 topic

Side Jobs - What Your Employer Will Never Tell You

The number of employees with side jobs is on the rise because people just can't make it on one paycheck. The only answer for many people is to run a business on the side or take a second, part time job. While many employers encourage employees to seek outside employment, others are worried that a second job will affect job performance. Some are even worried that an employee may take a position with a competitor or start up a competing business. nnIf you have thought about tak

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanApr 25, 20081 topic

How to Handle Discrimination Tactfully During Interview Process?

On the job discrimination is more common than you might think, and you need to know how to handle discrimination when, not if, it becomes an issue in your workplace. This is a lot easier if you already have a job, but what if you feel that you are being discriminated during the interview process? It’s hard to prove that you've been discriminated against during the hiring process, but there are things you can do to address the situation. nnThe best way to prove discrimin

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By CK TanApr 22, 20081 topic

Telephone Interview Tips - Land Your Dream Job

Telephone interview tips can help you land your dream job. How? The amount of telephone job interviews conducted by employers has dramatically risen over the past five years and the trend shows no signs of slowing. This is mainly due to the fact that employers are searching for ideal candidates who live out of town, not just those who live locally. Chances are that you may have to “attend” a telephone interview. When you do, these tips will help you out. nnKeep in

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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