Want a job? Think like an employer
Abridged: ChicoER.com SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- Want some tips for your next job fair? Think like an employer thinks, suggests Pam Jamian site director for Uniprise, an insurance call center in California. Spend a little time thinking what traits and characteristics an employer may be hunting for and promote yourself with those characteristics. For those new to a job fair, Jamian recommends having a well-written resume, dressing appropriately and being prepared to talk.
For positions like those in her company, Jamian's recruiters look for people who communicate well, are good listeners, are comfortable with technology - using a computer and telephone - and can interpret what customers are saying. As far as goals for the job fair, Jamian says, "Ask a lot of questions." For an employer, it shows that the candidate is seriously interested.
As far as questions, Jamian recommends asking about the company, the kinds of jobs available, responsibilities of the job and more. Jamian says applicants should be ready to speak to someone that day and hand over a summary of previous employment. And don't fail to call the company a few days after the event. "Make sure you get business cards or write down the names of the people you talk with. I would take the initiative to call them," said Jamian. Ensure your resume is seen by hiring employers
Staff Writer, The Career News LOS ANGELES, CA -- You've posted your resume to a couple career sites. You've searched the web aimlessly looking for that perfect job. You've even sent a few resumes out in response to classified ads. And, after hours, days, even weeks of searching, you've yet to receive a job offer or even an interview!
Instead of wasting any more time job searching with no results, consider changing your strategy. With the job market on the upswing, wouldn't it be nice to ensure your resume could be seen by the employers and recruiters that are currently hiring? One way to do that is to post your resume on all the top career sites where hiring managers search for resumes of candidates to fill their open positions. That's where a service like Resume Rabbit can help.
You enter your resume and job requirements once - and in the time it takes to post your resume to just one job site, Resume Rabbit will instantly post your information on up to 75 top career sites. So, if you want to use the strategy of a successful job seeker, just go to Resume Rabbit. It's the Interview that really matters
Alex Berez, OutstandingJobInterview.com MEXICO CITY, MX -- For most of us, the job interview is an experience we both crave and dread. On the one hand, we know that the interview brings us one step closer to acquiring an employment position we desire. On the other, we know the interview could also spell disaster for our attempts if it doesn't go well.
Being in the "hot seat" puts you under more stress, forces you to think up answers to difficult questions on the spot, and makes you second guess every word you say and movement you make. What's even worse is that most of us never learn anything about good interviewing techniques. Most high schools and colleges fail to instruct us about the ins and outs of interviews. Instead, we get advice from all of those around us on what to do, how to act, what to say.
There will also be some individuals who believe that a well-written resume packed with skills, experience, and education that meets or exceeds what the employer is looking for will be all that it takes to earn a job. The truth is that the resume just gets your foot in the door; it's the interview that really matters. That's why it is extremely important to understand the job interview process, so that you can ace the job interview and land the job of your dreams! Salary negotiations aren't easy for most people
William Nichols, Lajobhunter.com BEVERLY HILLS, CA -- If you're going after a new job, you don't want to price yourself out of the market. If you're attempting salary negotiations at a job you already have, then you may be afraid of bringing up the subject at all or be concerned you won't be taken seriously. Fortunately, if you do your homework and approach the matter of salary negotiations in a professional way, you will likely be surprised to hear your employer say yes to your salary requests.
The very first step in salary negotiation is to know your own value. To determine your worth, consider these things: your skills, your experience, and your education level. After you determine your own worth, you want to research how much others are making for the same job you're doing.
Once you know your worth and what the position you're seeking is worth, then you are ready to present your salary or increase request to your employer. This is where the research you do will pay off most because, as in anything else, presentation is everything. Having the facts and figures ready to back up your salary request will ensure you have the confidence to answer any questions that may be thrown at you during salary negotiations. Network your resume to the right recruiters
Staff Writer, The Career News LOS ANGELES, CA -- These days job seekers should spend 60 to 70 percent of their efforts on networking. Let everyone know you're out of a job and available for work. People like to help, but they can't help if they don't know you're looking. On average, 80 percent of job openings aren't advertised at all. Therefore, working with a recruiter and networking may be the only way to hear about them.
Recruiters, otherwise known as head hunters or search consultants, are hired by companies to find candidates for them, and often know about unadvertised jobs. It's important to note, that recruiters do not charge the job seeker. The company pays a fee, typically when a candidate is hired.
If you don't know of any good recruiters but would like to have your resume considered by recruiters that specialize in people with your skills Resume Mailman will help. They will instantly email your resume and cover letter to 1000's of targeted recruiters. You can even get a list of the recruiters they forwarded your resume to for follow up. To get your resume into the hands of the right recruiters go to Resume Mailman. Go west, job seekers
Abridged: CIO.com LOS ANGELES, CA -- IT professionals seeking work have the best chance of finding jobs on the West Coast, according to Robert Half Technology, an employment services company. Nationally, 16 percent of CIOs plan to hire staff in the fourth quarter this year, the highest net increase since the third quarter of 2002, according to the "Robert Half Technology IT Hiring Index and Skills Report."
The West Coast is expected to produce the most new jobs, with 21 percent of CIOs there saying they plan to add new workers. A close second is the mid-Atlantic region; 20 percent of CIOs in that region plan to hire new workers. New England and the Mountain States offer the fewest opportunities.
Business growth is the biggest factor driving hiring, with 36 percent of CIOs surveyed citing it as the reason they are adding staff. Companies in finance, insurance and real estate are likely to be the most aggressive employers during the quarter. Networking professionals, Web and applications developers, database administrators, and software engineers are in the greatest demand. Free-computer lessons help job seekers land a job
Staff Writer, The Career News LAKEWOOD, CO -- In a recent study, the US Department of Labor reported that 72.3 million people use a computer at work. Over 71.8% of that group uses the computer to connect to the Internet or use e-mail. 67% regularly use Word Processing software, like MS Word. 62.3% use spreadsheets and databases and over half use calendar and scheduling software.
So, if you don't have computer skills, you're not qualified for over 50% of the jobs out there. A scary thought, especially in this economy. However, there is a ray of hope for people who need computer skills to get that raise, promotion or new job. Video Professor, the world's leading computer instructor, has free lessons to help The Career News readers get up to speed, and into the jobs they deserve. Here's how it works. You get 3 lessons to try for 10 days. If you're not happy with them, return just one lesson and keep the other two lessons at no cost to you.
The lessons in Video Professor's library of CD-ROMs include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Publisher, Quicken and many more! These are ideal subjects for anyone looking to improve their current position, or get a new job. We found the lessons to be quick, easy, jargon-free and even a lot of fun. The Career News subscribers can get a free lesson of their choice today. To order your free CD-ROM computer lesson, follow this link. Proper technique for quitting your job
William Nichols, Lajobhunter.com BEVERLY HILLS, CA -- After months of looking you've finally found the job of your dreams. The new company loves you and wants you to start work as soon as possible. The only problem is how to quit the job you have? Though you may have fantasized about telling your present boss to take this job and, well, you know how the song goes, there is a right way and a wrong way to quit a job.
The right method of quitting a job means formally resigning from your position. You should resign immediately when you've accepted a position with another company. When resigning from a position, you will want to give your employer a written letter of resignation. There's no need for in-depth details or to give the name of the company you'll be going to work for. Also, don't give into the temptation to use your resignation letter to vent your anger and frustration. This could cause you career difficulties down the road. Make your resignation letter short and to the point, and keep it as positive as possible.
Emotions run high when you quit a job, especially a job you dislike, and it's always easier to stay with the devil you know rather than take a risk on the one you don't know. Still, whatever reasons you had for seeking employment elsewhere will not go away if you decide to stay, so make your decision to leave and don't give into pressure to stay, well-intentioned as it may be. The last thing you want to do is to have to endure resigning all over again! |
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