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Getting a Job Takes Work!
December 26, 2012 by William Frierson
Do you need some help with your federal government job resume? Here are some tips in the following post.So many people out there without work – and many would like a federal government job..and they should – it’s good pay, it’s generally very secure, and the benefits are phenomenal.
But the resumes I see are not going to get them there. Some tips:
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How to Make the Interviewer See You as the Best Applicant
by William FriersonDuring a job interview, you need to convince an employer that you’re the ideal candidate for a position. The following post explains how to do so.One of the most important aspects of mock interviewing programs is often overlooked. That aspect, making the interviewer link you to the position you are applying for as the best candidate, needs to be honed. It’s not difficult and a couple of simple questions are usually enough to do the trick. What is important is that in answering them the interviewer is already imagining you as the person filling the position.
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Interview Follow up for Maximum Success
by William FriersonIt never hurts to show your appreciation when someone takes time out to help you. As a job seeker, learn how you can make a lasting impression after an interview in the following post.You have a killer resume and you feel like you aced the interview. If you want to maximize the positive impression that you leave following an interview, be sure to send a thank you note to the interviewer.
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How can your campus meet the needs of adult and online learners?
by William FriersonWith online learning being a common form of education these days, colleges and universities should be concerned with the satisfaction of the online experience for their students. The following post talks about how to better understand the needs of nontraditional students.I attended the Sloan-C Conference in Orlando earlier in October—the event to attend on the topic of online learning. I participated in some excellent sessions to learn more about how campuses are serving nontraditional learners.
During a session presented by Dr. Kristen Betts from Armstrong Atlantic State University on “Engaging and Retaining Today’s Diverse Student Population,” she shared the following statistics about the 17.6 million undergrads now enrolled in higher education:
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The challenges and opportunities of college transfer student retention
by William FriersonThe following post is about helping colleges and universities understand the needs of transfer students to make their campus experiences better.Transfer students are a growing subpopulation on campuses of all types. Studies have shown significant student mobility among two-year and four-year campuses. This creates an obligation for schools to monitor transfer students and to support them as they seek to refine their education and career goals.
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The challenges and opportunities of college transfer student retention
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Your First Job Search: Where To Start
by William FriersonAre you ready to land that entry level job after graduation, but not sure where to start? The following post will help you begin your job search.Your first job search post-college can be intimidating. In fact, many recent college graduates don’t even know where to start. But getting started on your job search doesn’t have to be the intimidating task many make it out to be. Remember, recent college graduates don’t have to have
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7 Questions To Ask During A Job Interview
by William FriersonAsking questions in an interview shows your interest in learning more about specific job and company. The following post has seven questions you should ask the interviewer.As job seekers, we’re conditioned to focus our interview preparation on the potential questions of the employer. We spend time carefully studying our resume, dissecting our experiences, and familiarizing ourselves with the company. Unfortunately, it’s all too common for job seekers to completely forget about the questions they plan to ask during the interview. Your
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Top 8 Reasons Why Many Veterans aren’t Getting the Job
December 24, 2012 by William FriersonAfter a little while searching for jobs, military veterans probably wonder why they can’t get hired. In the following post, learn eight reasons keeping them from landing new positions in the civilian workforce.Today we welcome a guest blog post from Todd Hecht, a Recruiter at Orion International and Navy veteran.
There is no doubt in my mind that the job market is tough overall and even tougher for newly transitioning veterans. You would be hard pressed not to find blog after blog and LinkedIn post after post that identifies the reasons why the market is so tough for our Nation’s Heroes. There is no shortage of people identifying what the Government can do or what companies can do to help our veterans.
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Considering a Career in Education?
by William FriersonIf you are a transitioning veteran who wants to work in education, the following post offers information that may help you decide if this field would be a good fit for you, and more.Are you thinking about a career in Education? Teaching can be a rewarding second career and a great way to use your military skills and expertise to help others. And there are programs and resources available to help you take the necessary steps toward a second career in Education. Teaching can also be an excellent portable career for military spouses.
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Securing Government Employment – Part 2: How Do I Apply to Federal Jobs?
by William FriersonHow do military veterans apply for jobs in the federal government? The following post helps them understand the application process.Once you’ve found a government job you’re interested in (see Part 1: How Do I Find Government Jobs?), you need to understand the federal job announcements to be sure you are qualified for the job and to successfully apply for the position.
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Securing Government Employment – Part 2: How Do I Apply to Federal Jobs?
