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Why Your Resume Should Be Ready Before You Need A Job
One of the simplest and most important tactics you can implement in your job search and career development is to be ready. Invest the time to create a thorough long-form resume, as well as a short-form version.
Get Your Reference Sheet Ready Before Starting Your Job Search
Many people wait until they need a job before they get their resumes and other career documents in order. But if you wait until you absolutely need your references, then you may already be too late.
The Best Of The Best Of The Best: Understanding Surveys, Rankings, And Lists
Surveys, rankings, and lists can be very helpful. They give you a broad sense of how employers compare to each other. But they also have limitations, and they should not be the only criteria you use judge or choose employers. Here are variables to consider as you review the various rankings of law firms and other employers.
8 Reasons To Review Your Prospective Employer’s Website
How should you target a specific employer? One of the best ways is to review their website. Employer websites contain a wealth of information that can help you tailor every aspect of your job search.
8 Snacks To Satisfy Stress Munchies
There’s no doubt about it—looking for a job or just thinking about looking for a job can be very stressful. And many of us start to snack when we’re under stress. The foods you choose to try to satisfy the stress munchies make a real difference.
Is Your Spam Filter Blocking Your Job Search?
Once you start your job search, make a point of checking through your spam folder at least once a day, and consider white-listing any job search messages that are inadvertently caught by your hardworking spam filter.