Are You READY for your Job Interview?

March 30th, 2010

Unemployment is at a record high and to say that job interviews are hard to come by is an understatement.  So, once you have been offered the privilege/opportunity to interview with a potential employer make sure that you are ready.  Over my 25 years in the recruiting industry I’ve received a lot of feedback from my client companies about how candidates have gotten “this close” to an offer of employment only to blow it on an interview. read more…

Jobseekers Beware

March 30th, 2010

Your online presence can hinder your chances in landing a career opportunity.

Recruiters are doing it, HR personnel, college admissions office personnel and hiring managers are doing it…. They are using Google to find out about you prior to extending an offer of employment or a letter/offer of admission to you. read more…

Tips for Resumes and Cover Letters

March 29th, 2010

The purpose of a resume and cover letter is to land you an interview. They work as an introduction to your professional qualifications and experience.
ANY mistake in format, mechanics, organization, or logic will cause your resume to look uneducated, careless, and of low quality. In other words, you are being immediately judged by the beauty, clarity, impression, and style of your resume and cover letter. Make sure you get it perfect! read more…