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Job Hunting? Launch Your Own Personal PR campaign

By Anthony Mora

This is the most challenging job market since the Great Depression; more and more people are continuing to be laid off and pink slips are still the order of the day. As the job topography changes, so do your job seeking strategies and approaches need to shift.

Whereas public relations is generally thought of as a tool to garner press coverage for companies, many of the same skills and techniques that are used in PR can be utilized when job hunting, or when going on an interview. When you launch a PR campaign, you’re not only looking to present yourself in the best light, but also for a way to separate yourself from the competition, from the others in your field.

If You Are Re-Entering the Workforce, Have You Brushed Up Your Internet Social Networking Skills?

By Phyllis Zimbler Miller

Most people re-entering the workforce realize that they have to brush up on their particular job skills before interviewing.

But how many such job seekers realize that nowadays they need to brush up (or learn) their Internet social networking skills?

Does this seem far-fetched to you? It shouldn't.

The Number One Career Mistake I Made

By Kelly Proto

Okay, I'm willing to admit it publicly - I made a big mistake. In making this mistake in judgment, the consequences came out sideways. I found myself fighting the system, pushing my own agenda, and disrupting the flow of business. All because I wasn't willing to listen to my heart, and follow the path it offered.

Beware of Job Fraud Scams

By Amanda Pavis

During these difficult economic times it can be very hard to find employment and getting a job is often easier said than done, since the whole employment field seems to have shrunk!

Some unscrupulous people take advantage of the fact that people are perhaps quite desperate and are concerned about money. So they try and take advantage of people's insecurity, by promising the earth in terms of jobs, but the reality is that the 'job of your dreams' is just a scam.

Preparing For a Panel Interview

By Cinthia Mcdonald

So you finally got a job interview invitation and you couldn't be happier. You're now one step closer to landing your dream job. You now receive a call from the company representative advising you to prepare for a panel interview. As if a single interview is not stressful enough; even more so with panel interviews.

Though less common, panel interviews are very possible. And because they are quite not the ordinary, more often than not, the company will inform you regarding the matter ahead of time. Just so you can prepare well. And you definitely should.

Job Search Checklist - Some Things You Need For a Successful Search

By Craig Bennett

The prospect of searching for a new job can be daunting, but with the right tools, you can make your search easier and, ultimately, successful. Here are some things that every job seeker should have in their arsenal.

Unemployed! Crisis Or Opportunity?

By Mark Ste. Marie

Many things in life are stressful and I'd have to say that being unemployed is high on the list of stressful events one can experience in their lifetime. It's increasingly common in the current economy and it can affect anyone. No one is safe today or exempt. If you think you are indispensable, you aren't. Even the most secure employee can be subject to layoffs, downsizing, or companies going bankrupt. The landscape changes daily and your job stability and security could, too. From CEO's to recent college grads and everyone in between, staying employed and or finding a new position is challenging, competitive, and often frustrating.

How Important is the Job Placement Test?

By Amanda Pavis

There is no single, definitive answer to this question, which is one often posed by job candidates who want to know whether the job placement test is as important as the job interview, or even more important. But there is one key aspect for the job placement test that is never really commonly acknowledged and that is the insight that it gives to employers.

Job Search - The Art of Finding Yourself the Best Suited Job

By John M. Glover

Obtaining the right job is difficult, and you should treat it as a full-time occupation in itself. Not every available job is the right job for you, so before applying willy-nilly for every job in sight, start by taking a hard look at your own needs, objectives and personal qualities. Know which jobs fit the career you are seeking, and which offer room to grow and offer the pay and benefits you desire.

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