Networking in your job search

Networking in your job search Networking sounds salesy to a lot of people.  Many people think of some dude name Biff going around handing out business cards for some multi-level marketing deal.  But it should not and does not have to be like that. ...

What is your pitch?

What is your pitch? Second only to a resume in your job search is your pitch or what is called your elevator speech.  It should last about as long as an elevator ride, 20-30 seconds.  You need a few of them handy but the two biggest one is the answer to “Tell me about...

What is your pitch?

Second only to a resume in your job search is your pitch or what is called your elevator speech.  It should last about as long as an elevator ride, 20-30 seconds.  You need a few of them handy but the two biggest one is the answer to “Tell me about...

Making a hit list for your job search

Another quote that rings true in your job search is from Jim Key: “You’ll only hit the targets at which you aim.”  If you are applying for EVERYTHING you will probably end up with NOTHING.  This is why a lot of people get frustrated in their job...

Making a hit list for your job search

Making a hit list for your job search Another quote that rings true in your job search is from Jim Key: “You’ll only hit the targets at which you aim.”  If you are applying for EVERYTHING you will probably end up with NOTHING.  This is why a lot of people get...

How to work a job fair – game day

How to work a job fair – game day In this Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2014, photo, job seekers line up to meet prospective employers during a career fair at a hotel in Dallas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)So, you have done all your research on the companies.  You have your hit-list for...