Anyone conducting a job search today knows that you will need to be as visible as possible—both through your personal network and your online presence. Close to 100% of employers and recruiters turn to sites liked LinkedIn and Facebook to source candidates, check out their skills and vet them as to their suitability for the job. Moreover, due to the issues involved in dealing with the volume of potential applicants and their resumes, many firms are forgoing advertising altogether. Depending upon their … [Read more...]
4 Great Tips for Getting Your Resume Past the Scanners and Screeners
Are you all for getting your resume to stand out from the crowd? And are you also worried that this all-important document may not get seen by the right people? If these are concerns for you, you will want to be sure to follow the 4 key tips that will help your resume land in the right hands. Plus, even better, make this written work history distinguish you as a candidate apart and above the competition. Technology has altered the hiring process significantly in the past 20 years—especially when it comes … [Read more...]
Post-50 Job Search: Build Your Own “Power-Brand” With These 4 Steps!
How powerful is your personal brand? Far too many jobseekers over 50 are feeling the weight of all the bad news regarding their chances for finding work. Of course, you do not want to head out into the reality of today's job market only to have your hopes dashed by wildly unrealistic expectations. But a sense of optimism and a positive outlook are critical to presenting yourself with confidence. An upbeat, can-do attitude bolstered by powerful branding are just what employers are looking to find. That … [Read more...]
Ageism In the Job Market… How Much Is True? How Much Is Hype?
Are you over 50 and feeling overlooked? If so, you’re not alone. There’s no doubt about it, looking for work is tough and it’s even more difficult for mature jobseekers. Or is it? Those of us over 50 are constantly fed distressing news. We’ve been told over and over that our chances for finding work—let alone a good job—are next to nil. Nevertheless, and despite all the hype, there are 5 compelling reasons why you need to avoid believing all the dire predictions about ageism in the job market. 1) … [Read more...]
10 Actions That Will Help You Land The Job!
Looking for a job? If so, there are certain actions that are guaranteed to make the process easier and far more effective. So take a moment to step back, reassess your strategies and review the 10 Actions That Will Help You Land the Job: #1) Heed your #1 success factor: your attitude. The mind-set you present to others (and to yourself) regarding your viability as a candidate underscores every aspect of your job search. If you are negative, angry or insecure, it will show. Moreover, these attitudes are … [Read more...]