The First 72 Hours of Unemployment

After you learn that you have been laid-off, it can be difficult to focus and take action– particularly if the news of your dismissal came as a surprise. So it’s more than understandable if all you want to do is crawl under the covers or hop on the first plane to Bermuda.

How To write a CV

When should job seekers use a curriculum vitae, commonly referred to as CV, rather than a resume? In the United States, a curriculum vitae is used primarily when applying for academic, education, scientific or research positions.

Best sustainable ways to work abroad

Are you just out of high school or college? Retired? Care about the environment and want your travels to make a difference? Want to polish your resume in the meantime?

Small Company vs A Corporation

The job market today is extremely competitive, and if you want to work with a company that suits your job requirements, you will have to weigh the pros and cons of working with both small and big organizations.

Today's Quote:

"It is better to know some of the questions than all of the answers."

James Thurber

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Good Looking People Get Better Jobs

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A new study published in Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences finds that the attractiveness of interviewees can significantly bias outcome in hiring practices, showing a clear distinction between the attractive and average looking interviewees in terms of high and low status job packages offered. … Continue Reading

Top Ten Ways to Find Joy at Work

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I set out to write a David Letterman-style Top Ten list about finding joy in the workplace in tough times. But recent revelations about how Letterman found joy at work is not what I’m advocating. His extramarital affairs with subordinates were perverse, dishonest, conspiratorial, and exploitative power-mongering — harmful and possibly illegal. No joke. Jobs are not saved nor enhanced by turning workplaces into sleaze factories. … Continue Reading

Interview Tips

February 3, 2010 Interviews No Comments
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These top interview tips will help you cover everything you need to know to successfully ace a job interview. From checking out the company to sending an interview thank you note, these job interview tips cover all the basics needed for interviewing success. … Continue Reading

Cover Letter Writing Tips

February 3, 2010 Cover Letter No Comments

When you need to write a cover letter, it’s sometimes the small things that make a big difference. Review these cover letter tips and techniques for writing top notch cover letters to send with your resume, including cover letter format and presentation, choosing a type of cover letter, writing custom cover letters, and cover letter examples and templates. … Continue Reading

How to Write a Curriculum Vitae

February 3, 2010 Curriculum Vitae No Comments
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When should job seekers use a curriculum vitae, commonly referred to as CV, rather than a resume? In the United States, a curriculum vitae is used primarily when applying for academic, education, scientific or research positions. It is also applicable when applying for fellowships or grants. When asking for a job in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, or Asia, expect to submit a CV rather than a resume. … Continue Reading

Best sustainable ways to work abroad

January 24, 2010 Articles No Comments
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Are you just out of high school or college? Retired? Care about the environment and want your travels to make a difference? Want to polish your resume in the meantime? … Continue Reading

The First 72 Hours of Unemployment: 5 Things You Must Do!

January 24, 2010 Articles No Comments
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After you learn that you have been laid-off, it can be difficult to focus and take action– particularly if the news of your dismissal came as a surprise. So it’s more than understandable if all you want to do is crawl under the covers or hop on the first plane to Bermuda. … Continue Reading

Small Company vs A Corporation? You Decide

January 24, 2010 Articles No Comments
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While many people may be tempted to take up the first job that comes their way to take care of the bills and huge student loans that need to be repaid, others may mull over this decision for quite some time and select a company that fits their goals and needs. … Continue Reading

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