Have you ever lied to gain access to a new positions that you otherwise could not have landed? If so, you are among a group of millions of other Americans who have executed a similar strategy. But lying or embellishing can come back to haunt you. Lying on a Resume Is Detrimental Lying About Past […]
If you find yourself with some extra time on your hands, consider volunteering. In fact, some of these opportunities can blossom into full-blown careers. Pick something you are truly passionate about. Even if you only have a few hours per week to give it’s a worthwhile experience. Animal Shelter Finding a volunteer opportunity at an […]
The most important document in the job-hunting process is your resume. It not only shows your relevant work experience, but it also highlights the reasons why human resources should hire you. A lot of jobseekers do not realize the true power of this document, and fail to optimize their chances of landing jobs. With a […]
Every job is an important stepping stone in building a long, successful career. Potential employers look to your past managers for information about your work ethic, charisma, and professionalism. The importance of maintaining a solid relationship with your old business contacts cannot be overlooked, because it could mean the difference between whether or not you […]
When you are looking for a new job, it is very likely that human resources will check into your references and find out as much as they can about your job history. These references should check back to reputable people that enjoyed your work ethic and can verify your stellar work history. In today’s world […]
When you are writing or editing your resume, you need to consider the manner in which that information will make its way to employers. Resumes are frequently filtered through software programs, since online postings have made the competition fierce. If they use software, enhancing your documents with proper keywords can really go a long way. […]
Due to the downturn of the economy, many companies nationwide have laid off some of their employees. Their sales have fallen, pressuring them to cut their workforce in an attempt to reduce costs. As a result, companies that are hiring are being flooded with applications from those who have been laid off, as well as […]
Writing an impressive resume is not a child’s play. There are several important points that you’ve to remember. There are multiple best practices that you’ve to follow. In fact, you need to look at yourself as an artist who knows how to paint a good picture with your resume so that you can win over […]
