Networking Authentically

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Check out these wise words of networking wisdom from Gen Y blogger and entrepreneur Jun Loayza over on the Brazen Careerist blog. Jun reminds us that a bigger online network doesn't mean a better network. Avoid "promiscuous linking" and connect to people you know well or want to get to know ...

Twitter Your Way to Your Next Job

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The Wall Street Journal recently explored the Twitter phenomenon and how this microblogging tool is being used to communicate in near real time with friends, colleagues, business associates, and prospects. So what about for job search? Here are some inspirational posts by Jason Buss, Dan Schaw...

Endorsements on Resumes: Stand Out From the Crowd

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From time to time I add testimonials or a quote from a letter of recommendation to a client's resume or cover letter to add some extra "wow" to their presentation and underscore how well respected they are in their field. Recently, two of my clients questioned this practice because they were unsure ...

Job Search Strategies for Introverts

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I just finished reading Wendy Gelberg's book, The Successful Introvert: How to Enhance Your Job Search and Advance Your Career. Wendy offers several excellent approaches for retooling a job search to make the process more fruitful and enjoyable for people who consider themselves introverts and str...

The Great Cover Letter Debate

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I recently sat in on a panel of staffing professionals representing such prestigious companies as Microsoft, Starbucks, and PacSun. One of the questions that came up in the audience was "Do you read cover letters?" All three representatives of these companies said they do not. But is this representa...

2008 Career Industry Mega Trends

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Each year, Career Directors International publishes a report on employment trends. Below are some key trends from the 2008 report.  Paperless Resumes. Resumes with rich media components such as Visual CV are gaining relevance and acceptance in today’s job search. Privacy. Public a...

Career Solvers Wins 3 TORI Awards

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Each year, Career Directors International hosts the TORI (Toast of the Resume Industry) international awards competition. This year, Career Solvers received five nominations and three 2nd place awards in the following categories: Best Executive Resume Best Creative Resume Best Cover Letter...