Getting the most out of Online Job Boards

(Sun Jun 4th, 2006, by Scott Brown)

Do Online Job Boards Really Work? The short answer is Yes, they do work. Even though job boards are a new technology that have been around for just a few years, there are already many signs that they are a significantly more effective recruiting tec...

Fast-track career success with Informational Interviews

(Sun Jun 4th, 2006, by Annemarie Cross, CPRW, CRW, CEIP, CCM, CECC, CWPP)

Informational interviewing can play a pivotal role in building one’s network to assist in penetrating the hidden job market and unadvertised job prospects, but unfortunately is often a tool that is ignored in a job seeker’s career and job search camp...

SO YOU WANT TO BE A CONSULTANT?

(Sat Jun 3rd, 2006, by Matt Bacak)

Let's say you have more than 20 years experience in your chosen field. For the sake of this article, let's say you have been in the nonprofit field for 25 years and are at the very top of your game. And let's say you're a bit bored with the hum-drum ...

Executive Coaching and the American President

(Fri Jun 2nd, 2006, by Stephanie Tuia)

/p> Perhaps no one better than a former U.S. president has the right to advise executives: "The best executive is the one who has sense enough to pick good men to do what he wants done, and self-restraint enough to keep from meddling with them while ...

How To Prepare For A Telephone Interview

(Thu Jun 1st, 2006, by Gerard McLoughlin)

It is important to prepare thoroughly for your telephone interview. Begin by studying the job description and the candidate profile. This will enable you to identify the company's particular needs and demonstrate that you possess the skills required ...

Listening

(Thu Jun 1st, 2006, by Scott Brown)

It’s important that job seekers possess basic interpersonal skills, but some are more valuable than others. The United States Department of Labor Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) has identified five proficiencies and three...

Find Those People

(Wed May 31st, 2006, by Nan S. Russell)

The Emperor's New Clothes was a favorite childhood story of mine. It made me laugh. I couldn't believe that all those adults were standing around, watching the emperor make a fool of himself and not telling him the truth. When I grew up and went to w...

Computer Career

(Wed May 31st, 2006, by Charles Fuchs)

Computers have officially become a necessity in this 21st century, and with this technology boom comes the growing availability of a computer career. If you are looking for a computer career, your range of options is immense. While a few years ago a ...

Take It or Leave It ... But Get It

(Wed May 31st, 2006, by Nan S. Russell)

The expense was substantial. An immersion workshop with twelve participants sharing a common goal to hone their skills. With nervous eagerness like kindergarteners embracing school, we received input, critique, and suggestions about our work. Some o...

Young Jobs for the Holiday's

(Tue May 30th, 2006, by Darren Haas)

Young Jobs for the Holiday's If you are job seeker looking for a holiday season job, it's not too late. Although, employers started to hire for holiday jobs in the beginning of September, you still have time to find a fun and enjoyable job. Companies...