In this article from lifehacker, Melanie Pinola show you how to Prepare to Ace Your Job Interview with this Interview One-Sheeter.
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As you know, preparation is the key to doing well on a job interview and hirers tend to ask the same kinds of questions. This job interview one-sheeter is like a CliffsNotes for getting your strategic answers together.
In this photo slideshow for U.S. News and World Report, Alison Green shows you, 10 Surefire Ways to Annoy a Hiring Manager.
Some of the mistakes listed in this article are:
In this article from U.S. News & World Report, Alison Green explains, How to Follow Up on Your Job Application.
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Job seekers often struggle to figure out when they should follow up with an employer after applying for a job, or whether they should follow up at all. Here’s some guidance on how you can follow up appropriately at each stage of the hiring process.
After you submit your application. Like it or not, after you submit your application, the ball is in the employer’s court. They might not even be reviewing applications for a few weeks, or they might have hundreds to sift through. So this stage of the game is about being patient.
Job seekers are sometimes advised that they should call at this stage to “check on their application” or to try to schedule an interview. But most employers don’t respond well to this, viewing it as overly aggressive and, yes, annoying. After all, you’re not the only person applying for the job; multiply your phone call by 200 to 300 applicants, and you’ll see why employers are annoyed.
The Winter Job Fair will host 27 employers promoting local job opportunities. Job seekers can submit their resume and interview on the spot.
In addition to sales and customer service opportunities, job seekers will find a variety of jobs including:
The Winter Job Fair is open to anyone who is looking for employment. Job seekers are expected to dress for an interview and bring several copies of their resume.
For a full list of participating employers, visit http://jobfairs.careermarketplace.com
AkronWorks.com Summer Job Fair
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
11:00 A.M. to 3:00 PM
Sheraton Suites Akron/Cuyahoga Falls
Free Admission & Parking
www.AkronWorks.com
About AkronWorks.com
AkronWorks.com is the Jobs and Careers site for Akron, Ohio. AkronWorks.com connects employers and job seekers through online services and job fairs. For more information, visit our website at www.AkronWorks.com.
In the SimplyHired.com blog, simplyblog, Martin Yate CPC explains, How to Handle the Five Killer Telephone Interview Questions.
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A telephone interview is usually short, just enough time to rule you in or out, so the focus is on questions that help evaluate you quickly. Your goal is to turn it into a face-to-face meeting, so your answers need to be concise. As a rule of thumb, keep your answers to less than two minutes, if an interviewer wants to know more s/he will ask.
“Tell me a little about yourself,”
In this article for U.S. News and World Report, Alison Green explains, Everything You Need to Know About Submitting a Resume.
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Job seekers are constantly asking questions about the mechanics of submitting a resume to an employer: What file format should a resume be in? Should the cover letter be attached to the email, or sent in the body of the email itself? Does it matter what the file is named?
These are all minor issues, but ones that job seekers nonetheless can find themselves agonizing over. So let’s get these questions answered once and for all and eliminate any anxiety over this portion of a job search.
But before we do, here’s a hopefully obvious caveat: If an employer’s instructions contradict any of the below, you should follow those instructions instead. Curious job seekers, here are some answers to your questions:
What format should my resume be in—PDF or Microsoft Word?
This article from Lifehacker answers the question, How Can I Make Sure My Resume Gets Past Resume Robots and into a Human’s Hand?
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Dear Lifehacker,
I heard that a lot of companies use software to weed out “good” from “bad” resumes. How do those systems work, and is there anything I can do to improve my chances of my resume getting through the system and into the hands of a real person?
Thanks,
Resume Revamper
Dear RR,
It’s true: Employers and hiring managers are turning more than ever to resume screening software, thanks to the overwhelming number of job applications they get. It pays to know how these systems (called Applicant Tracking Systems or Automated Resume Screeners) work so you can make your resume more relevant to the job you’re applying for. Here’s a brief overview of how the software analyzes your resume and what you can do about it.
LiveCareer reports, New report finds hiring of college graduates to remain steady through 2012.
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A new report by Michigan State University (MSU) has found that having a college degree on a resume may help more people find work next year.
According to the university’s 40th annual recruiting trends report, more businesses are expecting to hire recent college graduates through 2012. Hiring for those with a bachelor’s degree on their resume is expected to increase by 7%, while those who earn a doctorate will see hiring increases of up to 12%.
In this Digits video from the Wall Street Journal, Leslie Kwoh explains how companies are looking to young employees for Social Media advice. (Click link below if video does not appear)
In this article from U.S. News & World Report, Miriam Salpeter shows you How to Look and Feel Your Best for Holiday Networking.
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Some people believe this time of the year is not the ideal time to be in job search mode. Conventional wisdom suggests everyone is too busy delving into the holiday season to focus on identifying and securing new candidates. Whether or not you subscribe to the “holidays are slow for hiring” theory, there’s no doubt it is an opportune time to take advantage of networking. Parties and informal gatherings offer numerous chances to meet new people, and you may benefit from people feeling upbeat and generous at this time of the year.
It’s a good idea to prepare in advance so you will look and feel your best during this busy time of the year. Have you considered giving yourself the gift of an image update? Diana Jennings, president of California-based Brand You Image and a leader within the image profession works with professionals to teach them how to increase their visual influence. “By giving your image and the visual representation of your brand a boost, you’ll bring positive attention to yourself, while potentially making valuable contacts,” she says. Jennings reminds professionals not to lose sight of the fact that a networking event can actually be an informal interview.
