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Ideas for Making the Most of Your Next Networking Event
April 05, 2013 by William FriersonThe following post has tips to make your next networking event a success.
Have you ever had one of those terrible networking event experiences? You know the ones—where you sit in the corner the whole time because nobody is interested in talking. Or perhaps you strolled in and suddenly realized everyone was more prepared than you. You didn’t even bring business cards! Networking events can be great experiences if you
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8 Sure Fire Ways to Fail
April 03, 2013 by William FriersonIf you want to achieve success in life, avoid the eight obstacles in the following post.
America continues to be the world’s largest economy and boasts the lion share of global billionaires. In fact, there were reportedly 442 billionaires in America in 2012—the nationality majority of the record 1,426 people who have earned this laudable distinction around the world. When considering the staggering success only an elite few attain in business, it
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10 High-Paying Entry-Level Jobs – Careers Articles
March 26, 2013 by William FriersonAre you looking for an entry level job that pays well? If so, the following post has some positions you might be interested in.
These high-paying entry-level positions require less than two years’ experience and pay at least $50000 a year.
In today’s competitive job market, it can be hard to imagine that there are jobs that pay well but don’t require years of experience. But many sectors offer high-paying entry-level jobs that are appealing to mid-career changers or recent college graduates (who are likely eager to get out from under a mound of student loan debt)
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6 Ways to Use Facebook Advertising for Recruiting
January 07, 2013 by William Frierson
Employers who use social media for advertising may be interested in the following post, which shares ways to recruit with Facebook.Facebook, like recruiting, seems to be ever evolving. While many are up in arms over the changing page and fan terms, a new “custom audience” feature can be used for social recruiting in entirely new ways.
Essentially, custom audience campaigns are highly targeted campaigns that go out to laser focused candidates and prospects. Since marketers and recruiters follow very similar guidelines when reaching out to their audiences, here are 6 ways you can use the new feature in your social recruiting strategies:
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What to Do About Gaps in Your Resume
January 04, 2013 by William FriersonA job seeker may worry about leaving a negative impression with potential employers once they see any gaps on his or her resume. So, how can a job seeker overcome this issue? Learn more in the following post.This is probably one of the most common questions job seekers face when creating a new resume. The traditional chronological resume can be daunting when there is a gap in employment. Knowing that you will have to explain the gap during an interview can be even more daunting. No worries! There are several ways to deal with this problem, and any expert resume writer can easily communicate your value regardless of whether or not you’ve been unemployed for a period of time.
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Bluff Your Way to Interview Confidence
December 14, 2012 by William FriersonIt is natural to feel nervous going into an interview. If you need an extra boost before this meeting, the following post has tips to build up your confidence.There is an old saying, “hum a few bars and fake it.” There are times, and interviews are often the case, where this is the best course of action. While you never want to come off as entitled or as though you are superior, faking confidence can often be the difference between an outstanding interview and one that is a dismal failure. A great resume will get you an interview. A great interview will get you the job.
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College Grads: Step-By-Step Guide For Entering The Workplace
by William FriersonThink you are ready for the real world, college graduates? Here are some tips to help you make a smooth transition from college to the workplace.The following is a guest post by Aileen Pablo. It’s a big step to go from winning your frat’s beer pong championship to dealing with rush hour traffic on your daily commute. College is supposed to prepare you for the real world, but it’s also your last hurrah before adulthood, so sometimes that jump into your first adult job
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College Grads: Step-By-Step Guide For Entering The Workplace
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The Power of the Informational Interview
December 11, 2012 by William FriersonParticipating in an informational interview is a chance to gather information for your job search. The following post discusses this interview and guides you through its process.Informational interviews use your network to prospect for leads and opportunities. If you want a job interview, you should understand the informational interview and how to initiate it and use it effectively. Gathering information in this way opens the doors to opportunities while minimizing rejections and competition.
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Where Success is Really Hidden
December 10, 2012 by William FriersonOnce you have established your personal brand, success is likely to follow. Have you thought about where this success can be found, beyond your personal brand? The following post explains.Not all successful people are happy. Some successful people are stressed out, miserable, angry, frustrated, depressed and lonely. They are barely able to get up in the morning. They trudge through the day. They might as well be breaking rocks on a chain gang in a 110-degree heat, with no water breaks. Their health is bad, their weight is out of control, their back hurts, their eyes hurt, their teeth hurt – basically their life hurts.
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4 Holiday Job Search Tips
November 30, 2012 by William FriersonJust because it is the holiday season, that does not mean you can’t get a job. Check out some job search tips in the following post.Every year in November, job seekers get discouraged that no-one is hiring and stop their search activities until January. Is this you?
Make the last two months of the year work for you, instead of against you.
Step 1: Review all your marketing materials and update them.
Use a clear head and mind to review your resume, social media profiles, cover letters, and email signatures.
* does each portray you as the best match for the job you are seeking?
* are you demonstrating your past successes in terms of your future goals?
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