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Job Search Advice

January 12th, 2009

Researching potential employers

Researching potential employers

You’re one of the lucky ones. You’ve been selected for interview for a fast-track career program with a well-known employer. But you know for a fact that each year, scores of candidates are chosen to attend an interview, from which only a few are taken on — so how do you ensure you’re one of them?

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December 19th, 2008

Three Persistent Job-Search Myths

Three Persistent Job-Search Myths

In good times and bad, some people struggle to find jobs, while others seem to succeed almost effortlessly. What’s the difference? I submit that successful job seekers aren’t hamstrung by any of the following three myths. Are you?

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December 19th, 2008

Cold calling and voicemail often go hand in hand

Cold calling and voicemail often go hand in hand

Cold calling is an effective method of introducing yourself to potential hiring managers to enquire about employment with their company. However, what should you do if the hiring manager doesn’t answer the phone and you reach their voice mailbox?

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December 17th, 2008

Employers are searching your online profiles

Employers are searching your online profiles

Employers are looking up job seekers online – make no mistake. And, while many employers seek out job candidates through searches of online databases, an increasing number turn to the Internet to screen out potential hires.

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December 3rd, 2008

Preparing your resume for a human resources career

Preparing your resume for a human resources career

To prepare your resume for a human resources career, you should review resume advice and draft your resume accordingly. You’ll also want to review human resources job postings, so that you have a good sense of the attributes employers seek. By following tips to write your job search resume, you can put together an application that will stand out.

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December 3rd, 2008

Training and preparation for human resources careers

Training and preparation for human resources careers

Do I need post-secondary training or a degree to work in human resources?
As with every industry these days, individuals with additional education will have the opportunity to advance further. Most human resources positions require a technical diploma, degree or equivalent. The Canadian Council of Human Resources Associations offers a nationally recognized designation for human resources professionals.

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December 3rd, 2008

Careers in human resources

Careers in human resources

Human resources are the people who work for an organization. A career in human resources involves managing the people who work for an organization in a way that provides for the best possible performance.

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December 3rd, 2008

Human resources labour market trends

Human resources labour market trends

People who work in human resources can be found in just about every field – including not-for-profit organizations. Employers need people to help them select and manage the best people. As a result, demand for human resources professionals tends to rise and fall with the prospects of the relevant industry.

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December 3rd, 2008

Sample human resources resume

View a sample human resource resume

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November 24th, 2008

Employer complaint letters – think twice

Employer complaint letters - think twice

It’s the last resort for the frustrated employee who is burned out and fed up with his boss — the final step before walking out the door and finding a job elsewhere. It’s the employer complaint letter, directed to higher authorities within the organization.

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