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The Job Hunter’s Guide to Finding a New Career through Facebook

The Job Hunter’s Guide to Finding a New Career through Facebook
Most people think of LinkedIn when they think of online job hunting. LinkedIn is an amazing professional network you should have in your social media arsenal but Facebook is king in the social media world, even when it comes to finding a new job. If you are a career changer who has been at the same company for ten or more years, you probably are out of the loop when it comes to finding a job in today’s ever changing professional landscape. Doing things the traditional way is definitely advisable but it is also wise to adapt to the times and use all of the tools you have available to you. There are some pretty basic and old school principles you can apply to Facebook as well as using Facebook to research perspective companies. Most companies have a fan page on Facebook. Simply type your perspective company’s name

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Make a Fashion Statement at Work

Make a Fashion Statement at Work
Dressing for work is something that can add to the excitement of going to work. When you look good you feel good. Confidence is something that is instantly noticeable and will definitely make a statement. The other thing about confidence is that it spreads. If you are apparently confident in yourself then your supervisors will also be confident in your skills and abilities. Do not worry if you are challenged when it comes to fashion. These tips will make you stand out and make a fashion statement at work too. Clothes That Fit or Flow You can don’t have to wear clothing that hugs your hips and figure if you don’t want to. That being said, there should definitely be a balance. If you are hiding behind clothes you are swimming in, this communicates a lack of confidence which is not good. Each person is different. If you

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7 Ways to be Relevant for Today’s Job Market

7 Ways to be Relevant for Today’s Job Market
I had the honor of attending an Executive Roundtable event recently. The panelist were a cross representation of high profile executives in Sciences, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Insurance and Pharmaceutical industries. The wonderful visual about the panel was a good representation of women and men so it was a clear reminder the playing field is open to talented professionals. Aside from what I saw, I was more impressed by what they shared about their paths to their career rise. The #1 take-a-way for me was to be Relevant in today’s marketplace! Here are some nuggets of career planning wisdom: 1.   Evaluate your marketplace and industry to identify growth trends and look for more understanding of the global marketplace and environments. The only way to stay relevant is to know what’s happening in your industry today. Industry leaders actually set the trends and stay ahead of what is happening

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Making Time for a Career Change

Making Time for a Career Change
It is possible that you have been considering making a career change for months or even years. The thing is the dream and reality can sometimes be two different things. You probably want to change jobs real badly and are wondering why you have yet to do it. A common issue for many job hunters who are currently working is actually finding the time and energy to make the career change they have been dreaming of. With keeping a high level of performance at your current job and then managing your kids and family, it can be a lot to consider all that it takes to actually get a new job. Figuring out what you want to do may pose significant challenges in itself. You might even be feeling a little overwhelmed with the learning curve and having to learn about new things like using social media to find a

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Stop Comparing Yourself to Everyone Else

Stop Comparing Yourself to Everyone Else
If you are reading this, you are probably contemplating a career change. There is a strong possibility you have been thinking about switching careers or finding a new job for a long time. One thing that all people who are considering making a career transition have in common are different psychological barriers. These psychological barriers are a part of what is preventing you from moving forward. One such psychological barrier is feeling as though you are not good enough or feeling as though you cannot perform as well as your peers. Let’s take some time to deconstruct this psychological barrier so that you can get one step closer to having the dream job you’ve always wanted! Career Change Question #1 What is it that you admire about the person you are comparing yourself to? It’s crazy how something as wonderful as admiration can turn into a roadblock

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Your 5 Step Career Change Success Plan

Your 5 Step Career Change Success Plan
// Is the thought of making a career change frightening to you? If you have been working at your current job for the past 10+ years you are probably questioning if making a career change is the right thing to do at this point. It can be scary to take such a big step when you have been secure at your current job for quite some time. The thing about it is, if you feel the need to make some type of career change then it is most likely time to do so. Step #1: Make a List of Likes and Dislikes You need to ask yourself what it is you actually like about your job. How long have you been contemplating this career change? If it has been longer than a year, there are some very practical likes or reasons why you have not made any significant changes to your

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5 Resume Writing Tips They Don’t Want You To Know About

5 Resume Writing Tips They Don’t Want You To Know About
So you are looking for a job and competing with hundreds of other job candidates for that coveted position. You have your interview outfit ready and you’ve practiced what you will say during your interview a hundred times. You have experience, education, know-how, and absolutely no callbacks even though you have literally sent out over a dozen resumes. What is it? Is it your age? Is it your gender? Is it because you lack experience? The truth of the matter is, it could be a number of things. One thing for sure is that unless your resume stands out from everyone else, your chances of getting a callback are going to be slim. There are a few resume writing tips you can use to combat this issue and get more job interviews. Write About Your Accomplishments not Your Job Function Many people make the mistake of simply listing what

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