When you are  writing a cover letter , there is specific information that needs to be included.   Your cover letter will include a contact section , a salutation , information on why you are qualified for the job, a closing , and your signature . … Read Full Post  Read More →

Dice , the top technology job site, has launched a new social recruiting  platform where job seekers can connect directly with recruiters. Candidates are able to create profiles, which can include links to their social networking profiles, including LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and blogs.  … Read Full Post  Read More →

Indeed, with the recent launch of Indeed.com sites in 24 additional countries  and 12 new languages, now serves 75% of the world’s population, and 88% of its internet users. Indeed’s reach includes 53 countries on 7 … Read Full Post  Read More →

Getting fired is painful. It hurts when it’s a layoff – and there isn’t a day lately where I don’t hear about another company letting workers go. It hurts even more when you’re fired for cause. … Read Full Post  Read More →

Writing a good cover letter isn’t always easy, especially when you want to make sure your letter gives you a fighting chance at securing an interview or a meeting with a connection. … Read Full Post  Read More →

Personal chef and writer Danilo Alfaro is About.com’s Guide to Culinary Arts . When I talk to culinary school students, Danilo’s job as a  personal chef  is high on their list of dream jobs . Dream jobs vary though.  During my winter travels, I’ve spoken to more people than I can count whose dream job is working at a ski resort , doing just about any job – so they can ski. … Read Full Post  Read More →

The  unemployment extension in places does not provide a Tier 5 of additional weeks of unemployment benefits for the long term unemployed (99ers) who have run out of all unemployment benefits.  The maximum amount of benefits available is 99 weeks.  … Read Full Post  Read More →

Should job seekers use sites that charge job seekers, or can you find the job listings you need on free job sites?   The quick answer is no, you shouldn’t  pay for job listings . The longer answer is still no, with a caveat. … Read Full Post  Read More →

Even though the news is all about the unemployment extension  and even though the job market is improving slightly, there are still people losing their jobs – each and every day. If you have lost your job, the first step is to file to for unemployment benefits .  You may be able to apply online or over the phone.  Your state unemployment office  will have all the information you need on how to open an unemployment claim, and how to... 

This is a really tough job market and if you’ve sent out hundreds of resumes like Greg , Jasko , and the other job seekers  who have shared their stories with us, you’re not alone. … Read Full Post  Read More →

There are a variety of ways you can apply for a job and how you submit your job application depends on what the company wants applicants to do.  Job applicants can apply online for positions at a large number of job sites or apply directly at company web sites . At many businesses, especially in the retail and hospitality industries, employment applications can be completed in-person or in a hiring kiosk at the store  Read More →

When you are dressing for a job interview, appearance really is important. The image you present to a potential employer is the first thing they are going to notice about you – before you even have a chance to say a word or shake a hand. … Read Full Post  Read More →

My daughter just graduated from high school and is heading off to college this fall.   We’re having a graduation party and I was reminded of how my stepson found a co-op position at one of our other parties. … Read Full Post  Read More →

I love my iPhone. I never go anywhere without it and I’m not quite sure how I functioned before I got it. I use it for email, the web, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and much more. … Read Full Post  Read More →

One of the questions that is often asked when discussing  jobs is “What should you be when you grow up?” My take on deciding on what to do when you grow up is  that even though it’s always good to explore options, you don’t need to decide what you want to do at a young age, in fact you shouldn’t make a decision too soon. … Read Full Post  Read More →