Tweet New graduates face different challenges than people how have been out in the work force for a while. Since for many new grads this is the first time looking for a job, the search is done in somewhat unchartered territory. Here are some career job search tips for new grads. Be Proactive Being a [...]
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Tweet For various reasons in our lives, we may be unhappy on our present job or be on the lookout for a new one. Unfortunately, most of us get new jobs but do not really take the time to think about our long-term career plans. Skipping this step often means that we will be unhappy [...]
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Tweet At one point, job fairs – a gathering where employers and recruiters can meet with prospective employees – were very popular. However, with the advent of online communities and job boards, it may seem that these meetings are now obsolete. But if you are in the midst of a job search, you should not [...]
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Tweet Looking for a job can be stressful and unpleasant; you may feel like you are alone in the world. You may say there has to be some way to help bring your spirits up or improve your outlook while looking for your next position. Some people suggest offering a little help to others if [...]
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Tweet LinkedIn can be an important part of your job search. However, it can be overwhelming when you first join. If you plan to spend a lot of time on a LinkedIn job search, you want to make sure that you follow the rules of etiquette to keep people from getting annoyed with you. The [...]
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Tweet Social media has become a very important part of a job search strategy with LinkedIn leading the way. However, you can use other platforms as an effective part of your social media job search. Here are some tips to use Twitter to find a job. Create a Professional Account You should set up a [...]
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Tweet To find a job in this climate, you have to employ multiple job search strategies. You can use social media, attend job fairs, and network; however, a potential job strategy is to consider your location. There are cities that have lower unemployment rates and high numbers of open jobs; these are cities where you [...]
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Tweet LinkedIn has become an important tool in your job search. This network has broadened opportunities for many people and allows you to contact more people that you may not have been able to meet otherwise. Even though the community has increased employment prospects, it is still possible to miss out on obvious chances. Here [...]
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Tweet To find the right job for you, it is necessary to network and interview; however, an important component of your job search is often not considered. You should spend some time deciding what might be the best career for you; lack of interest or uncertainty may be affecting your job search. Considering your interests [...]
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Tweet One of the newer features on LinkedIn is the endorsement function. It was introduced on September 24, 2012, and has increased in popularity with 10 million endorsements being issued each day. Now that you have probably gotten a few endorsements on your profile, you should think about how to incorporate them into your strategy [...]
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June 12, 2013
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