I think it is REALLY important to stay positive and focused. So many job seekers are stressed to the max, and it really shows at an interview. How does that look to a recruiter that you can't handle this stress... how would you handle a management crisis?

2 really great tips to stay positive and stress free during a job hunt:

Build a support network. They will help you keep focused on the big prize and be there for you when it isn't going right. A little laughter and cheer ups from friends is exactly what a doctor would order!

Get a hobby. You gotta look for work.. yes, I know...… Read More

First of all, what is a resume? Plain and simple, it’s a summarized description of you, taking into account all your accomplishments from studies to your contributions in the work environment.

Now before you start writing your resume, try to put yourself in the employers shoes and think of what they may be interested to see in your resume. Hobbies and interests like singing or watching movie marathons wont attract employers looking for a professional in the medical field for example. Make sure you only include what’s relevant. If you are unsure of what to include thin about it this way: will putting that into my resume significantly increase… Read More

A lot of moms out there have taken time off from work to raise their children. You’re not alone.

I bet I know how it is...After a few years when you have a little more time in your hands, you’d start thinking about getting back into the race.

But where to start?

You may think at some point that you may have gone obsolete and there’s a very slim chance of getting preference over those who’s just graduated or didn’t have any lapse in their work experience. Not to worry, there are plenty of opportunities available. With a well written resume and the right mindset, you could surely land a job that fits right for you. Don’t… Read More

Looking for a job? Try using twitter. I bet you’d say, “It’s not a job posting site.” You’d probably even ask “who in the right mind would look for a job through social networking?” But that’s the beauty of it. That’s exactly the reason why you should tweet to get a job.

There’s very little competition and plenty of opportunities for you to advertise yourself. It has happened time and again where the best things can come from the most unexpected places. And now that twitter continues to appeal to a broader population why not take advantage of it? This may be the most enjoyable means of getting a job. It’s simple.

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Many clients want to know why I leave out certain info off of their resume. The reason I give every time- is that it doesn't sell- and that is what a resume is supposed to do.

I.e.: One client wanted to included her college work at 2 other universities all while maintaining her career. Both were at local community colleges. Not exactly something you want to bring up when you already have an MBA from an ivy league school. It isn't valuable info, and it left room on the resume for content that was.

another I.e:13 years ago- she held a job as a retail sales girl. This client was now working on a Financial Analyst position, but questioned… Read More

Quickie tips...

If you aren't getting any bites at all from sending out your resume, then lose that version and try again.

The fact is if you wrote a smashing resume and sent it out just as needed to companies looking for someone like you... they WILL contact you. If they don't it isn't you so get that smug look off your face... The problem could be a million things.. the HR team just being inundated with resumes from great candidates, to a wrong resume strategy, or even a small shift in focus as to what kind of person the company is looking for.

Focus on fixing and tweaking what you can; try again and I promise the responses will… Read More

In this era of modern technology, everything is done in a hurry, but there are some things that shouldn’t be. Writing a resume is definitely not one of those.

Sure you can create a resume in less than an hour using resume wizard programs or copying a format from somebody else’s resume. But at what cost? Do you think that saving time or even money for a well written resume is really saving you anything? Well, think again!

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Helpful free advice and networking- all in one great place! Monster.com Communities are where its at...

For Business Women http://excelle.monster.com/groups/417-resume-101

For Sales Gods http://saleshq.monster.com/groups/119-resume-101

College Students & Grads http://college.monster.com/discussions/518-resume-101/topics

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Quick Info. You can check the company website for personnel info. Also you can check on the company website to see what positions are open. This usually will provide you with further contact info and more of it than just job boards. Media/PR pages on the company website and the net usually help as well.

In the end- research. The internet is such a beautiful thing!

One really sneaky way to do it- and honestly, it is my favorite... call the company!Ask the receptionist for the spelling of the hiring managers name for X department- so you can be sure to spell it right on the letter.  Sometimes and if you are good enough... you can even… Read More

The fact is many hiring managers and recruiters live on social networks... Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Monster.com, Inside Tech, and others... It all comes down to how 'in the loop' are you to go out and get the attention of these people. It is full steam ahead towards relationship driven systems, rather than job board driven systems in 2010! So how… Read More