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April 26th, 2010

5 Steps to a Brilliant Reference List

5 Steps to a Brilliant Reference List

You might have a great, top-notch résumé on file to give to potential employers, but that’s not all you need in your job hunting portfolio. You’ve still got more work to do! Although employers want to see background information, skills, and awards on your résumé, they also want to see a list of references. A reference list is important because employers want to know which individuals they can contact to verify your information and get another perspective of who you are.

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February 25th, 2010

The Silent Clues, How to Make Your Nonverbal Signals Send the Right Message

The Silent Clues, How to Make Your Nonverbal Signals Send the Right Message

In a recent article featured on ABC News.com, a survey revealed that 55% of people are unhappy in their current jobs. This paired with our recent poll that showed 82% of readers would job hop in 2010 indicates that people are ready for a change in their work life. Based on these findings, competition may stay fierce as people look for new jobs.

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October 23rd, 2009

30 Power Words to Power Up Your Résumé & Boost Your Job Search

30 Power Words to Power Up Your resume

Does your résumé have the punch it needs to help you stand out? Is your cover letter well-written and convincing? Are you conveying professionalism in the e-mails you write to recruiters or hiring managers?

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August 28th, 2009

How to Write a Post-Interview Thank You Note

How to Write a Post-Interview Thank You Note

Less than 40% of job seekers take the time to send a thank you note after an interview, according to an article by MSNBC. But, this important follow-up can make the difference between receiving the job offer and being written-off as disinterested. In fact, because it’s such a rare step for most job seekers, it’s a very valuable tool to show your professionalism and enthusiasm for a job.

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