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Grooming grads for jobs

A unique golfing event is just one of many hands-on, real-world initiatives offered to prepare college students for their future careers.
2011, September

Don’t let the wait-and-see game get you down

One of the most common messages I receive from job seekers is their frustration of not getting a call back. The reality is that companies are truly pleased to receive interest but, unfortunately, not all employers have the manpower to offer individual responses to all candidates.
2011, September

Testing your emotions

Whether out of work, looking for a career change or simply to check you’re doing what you’re most capable of, Dr. Ilona Jerabek, president of PsychTests AIM Inc. says taking a career aptitude or job fit test is a good way to start your search.
2011, September

Video resumé heard around the world

Three weeks ago, Google product manager hopeful Matt Epstein launched the video resumé heard around the world. With more than 100,000 views, Epstein’s creative attempt at capturing Google’s attention appears to have worked.
2011, August

Company culture motivates job seekers

In a world where fancy cars and corner offices once ruled, a surprising trend has emerged with gen Y job seekers: Apathy toward job perks.
2011, July

Smaller is better for some job seekers

Irrespective of the size of the company, your choice of company should come from how well you fit into that company’s culture and how much you’ll enjoy the work that you’ll be doing.
2011, June

Kick-start your career at a start-up company

Young professionals are more interested than ever in working for a start-up or small company.
2011, June

Be your own best publicist

If you play it smart, self-branding can lead to all sorts of professional opportunities.
2011, April

Take your pro persona beyond the 9 to 5

When you’re competing against other great candidates, how do you let an employer know you’re the one they should interview? How do you stand out?
2011, March

Procrastination can derail your job hunt

Procrastinators often tend to overestimate the difficulties involved while underestimating their own abilities to resolve them. As a result, they vacillate, delay or give only a half-hearted effort to finding a new job.
2011, March

Job search strategies for new grads

Finding a job is a job unto itself
2011, March

What's your job search IQ?

Identify exactly how prepared you are as job seeker, and assess your plan to find an employer who is the perfect fit for you.
2011, February



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