Job hunting can be stressful, challenging and difficult. But it’s never a dead-end road unless you didn’t plan enough to ways to move your job search forward. Don’t let this happen to you. There are a multitude of available jobs out there waiting to be filled. Claim yours and avoid these potential pitfalls.

 

Clinging to a negative mindset Don’t be your own enemy. Nothing can put your job search to a halt worse than thinking negatively. So before you even start your job hunting, clear your head first of any fears, doubts and worries. Do away with the what ifs because you’ll never know unless you try. Don’t… Read More

 

Isn’t it just frustrating how you sent out hundreds of resumes and cover letters, but none of them ever gets you a favorable reply? If you’re going through this, then there’s just one explanation for it: something is wrong with either your cover letter or your resume. I know it’s tough, especially if you feel like you’ve given it your all. To help you out, here are some reasons why your resume or cover letter is stopping you from getting your dream job:

 

One of them is (or both of them are) too lengthy In today’s competitive environment, no recruiter has the luxury of going through resumes… Read More

 

 

(You asked for it, Katrina...and you got it!)

 

People change jobs all the time and so do military men (and women). It’s a great leap, but it’s not any different from changing careers as most people do to cope with the changing times. The challenge here is how to translate your skills and achievements in the military in a way that appeals to corporate needs.

 

Here are some tips to help military personnel make the switch to a corporate setting:

 

Socialize Being in the military means that you have been confined to a work environment typically more rigorous and… Read More

Ever seen a coho? One interesting thing about this versatile silver salmon is its ability to just change direction quickly. Now if we can only do that! Wouldn’t life be so much easier? Unfortunately, people don’t normally have the capacity to change careers so easily. It takes more than a flip of a fin to get us moving in a whole new direction.

 

Here are some tips on how to gear yourself and your resume for a change in careers:

 

1. Revamp your resume. Avoid the mistake that career jumpers make in assuming that the old resume will work in the new career field. Give your resume a facelift and gear… Read More

So you have found the job you want to apply to... make sure your resume doesn't get booted in a second. Follow these 5 simple rules. 1. Not coupling it with a cover letter. Cover letters are so very important to the application process. Your cover letter shows your professionalism and they are often the first glance of who you are. Catch their attention with the first sentence.  They are also great for identifying any gaps in employment, or career changes with just a short statement. Show off your qualifications and interest in their company. 2. Resumes with 'flair' Scented paper, pink paper, or anything of… Read More

Is you resume lacking in the results department?  Perhaps you need the help of a professional resume writer. There are a variety of reasons why you should hire a professional resume writer.   Your resume may be weak and is not getting attention and results.  Perhaps your resume is not targeting the specific job or industry you want. … Read More

I see so many resumes every week that I have gotten used to the boring and tired old formats that people use. I think that one of the worst problems that anyone can face when applying for jobs is sending in a less than professional resume. Free resume templates, MS Word templates and so forth are a waste of time. Nothing on those will give you the edge to get ahead and make it past the reject pile. Simply put- you need at least the assistance of a great resume review to know how to position your resume and do it yourself  (and there are Free Resume Reviews… Read More