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Hiring Skills Challenge [Infographic]
Job seekers shouldn’t necessarily pass on applying for a job if they don’t match all the qualifications. According to new research from global staffing firm Robert Half, 42% of resumes received by HR managers are from professionals who don’t meet the job requirements. In a separate survey of workers, 78% admitted they would submit for a [...]
How to Modernize Your Outdated Resume
One of the most difficult parts of re-entering the job market is modernizing your resume and making it relevant. On top of that, it needs to stand apart from the competition in an increasingly digital world. Resume style trends are always changing, and it can be difficult to find that balance between eye-catching and garish. Here [...]
Some Resume Nuances that Give you the Edge over Others
So you've begun writing your resume or it's time to revamp an older version. There are numerous tips and tricks all around the web that can help you get to a well written summary of your experiences and achievements. But, often it is the slight differences that really make a larger difference when you have to [...]
3 Trustworthy Places to Find Reviews on Companies You Want to Work For
So, you’re looking for employment. You’ve even sent out a few applications and expect to be called for interviews soon. It’s important to take this time to learn about the company or companies you’re looking to work for. Why? There are three main reasons. First, knowing the company you’re going to work for allows you to [...]
Four Mistakes That Will Sink Middle-Aged Job Seekers
Only a few decades ago, it was the norm for a recent college grad to work his way up the corporate ladder or to stay with the same firm for 40 or 50 years. Nowadays, those concepts are charmingly old-fashioned, akin to keeping your contacts on a Rolodex or having a martini (or three) at lunch. [...]
Benefits of Job Fairs
Unless you're one of the lucky individuals who was born into a family of wealth, you're probably going to need a job of some sort to maintain a certain lifestyle. While jobs aren't always the easiest things to find, there is one component that can help job seekers find a new and promising gig: job fairs. [...]