How to Be More Desirable to Employers

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How to Be More Desirable to Employers
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Even if you love your current job, there will be a time when you want to find a different one. Maybe your current employer will downsize and necessitate a career change. Perhaps you’ll want to find a position that challenges you in new ways. The job search process isn’t fun for anyone. Here are some
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3 Letters Keeping You From an Interview
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Most people don’t understand why it’s so difficult for them to land a job interview. Mainly because they don’t know the system — ATS, or applicant tracking systems are used by employers to filter out and break down resumes based on keywords. This scan can actively work against you if you don’t know how to
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How to Improve Your Chances After a Job Interview 
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Finding a new job is a process, and most job searches fail because people end the process too early. A well-planned resume and perfectly executed interview are important steps, but the process doesn’t end there. If you want that new job, then follow through to the last step: the follow-up. Here’s three ways to improve your
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5 Mistakes to Avoid for Your Interview
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Okay, you’re ready — You’ve refined your resume over-and-over and finally received an invitation for an interview. However, what’s the use of that great polished resume if you fail to succeed in the interview process? It’s easy to make mistakes during the process —  you’re nervous, excited, and anxious to land a new position. Here are a
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What Nobody Wants to Read on Your Cover Letter
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You need a strong cover letter in your job search that highlights why you’re the best candidate for this particular job. Most applicants fail to write a cover letter that helps them get an interview or further consideration. Here are some of the things applicants include that hurt their chances. Your Entire Life Story Many
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Things To Never Put On Your Resume
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Your resume is without a doubt one of the most important documents you will ever write. This is because it contains not only vital information about you, but also specifics to your professional life – your past work history, your important skill set, and your achievements and talents (not to mention sensitive and secure information).
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What to Wear on a Job Interview
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Going to a job interview can be stressful. You want to make the best impression, prove you’ll fit into corporate culture, and land the job of your dreams. This can be a difficult task when first impressions and flash judgements can knock you out of the running from just a single glance. You want to
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3 Worst Things to Say to Employers
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If you were an employer for a day, you might find yourself surprised to hear what job applicants say to employers during interviews, at job fairs, and at a networking event. While you might not say these things intentionally, they do get said. To increase your chances of getting the job, make sure you don’t
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