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Interview and Resume Tips: Business Cards
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 02-14-2012

Part of being organized and ready for your interview should include a little preliminary work. Job seekers should always have a business card and there are a few different options for creating business cards for your personal or business use. The business card shows your professionalism as a job seeker and reminds potential bosses of who you are and how to contact you. Having your contact info near when they decide to hire you for a job will score you some extra brownie points with the boss before you even get your foot in the door. Here I offer some tips on creating a business card that will catch the eye of potential employers.

Interview and Resume Tips: Tips for Teachers
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 02-08-2012

A teacher’s resume is much like writing a resume for any other type of job. Many teachers and professors call their resume Curriculum Vitae. This type of resume is a summary of academic and professional history along with professional achievements and many times books the professor has written. Here I will go over some of the important parts of a teachers resume. To find more articles like this one go to www.hound.com.

Interview and Resume Tips: Careers in TV
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 02-01-2012

The television industry is one type of job that falls under the category of media employment. It can be fun and exciting, but also full of deadlines and heavy work loads. Here I will highlight some interview and resume tips for those wishing to enter into this demanding, but entertaining and rewarding field.

Interview & Resume Tips: Floral Design
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 01-25-2012

Floral design is a creative field of amazing proportions. It is for those who have a passion for flowers, creative careers, and design. It is dependent on natural talent and a passion for natural beauty. There are some things aspiring florists can do to spruce up their resume and ace job interviews – below I have covered some of those tips. More articles like this can be found at www.hound.com.

Interview and Resume Tips: Phone and virtual interviews
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 01-18-2012

Some potential jobs constitute a phone interview instead of in person communication. These types of interviews are done for many reasons. First, they are often conducted because a potential employer needs to weed out those individuals he or she feels like are not the best choices to fit their needs. Second, they are also time savers for those interviewing candidates for work at home jobs or for freelance opportunities. Here I will focus on some things to remember when being on the job seeker end of the computer.

Interview and Resume Tips: Tips for Journalists
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 01-10-2012

If you are a journalist and writer like me writing a resume to suit your needs may be simple or complex depending on your experience level and how many employers you have had. Journalists often work as freelancers and you may have simultaneous employees or you may work for one newspaper for years. Here you will find tips on how to create the perfect resume to meet your journalistic needs.

Interview and Resume Tips for Freelance Writers
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 01-06-2012

Resumes can vary depending on the type of work you do. If you are a freelance writer like me then your resume may differ slightly from a standard resume. Here I will provide some tips on creating a resume if you are a freelance writer or looking to work in the freelance writing business.

Interview and Resume Tips: Coping with anxiety
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 12-30-2011

Some of us have more anxiety to deal with than others. It's a fact of life. The way we deal and cope with anxiety is most important and can affect us during an interview and in a job. Most of us feel nervous on a job interview and here I will explore some tips as to how to cope with that anxiety and worry so you can ace that employment interview with flying colors.

Interview & Resume Tips: Tips for older workers
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 12-28-2011

In a compromised economy it may be necessary for those who are retired to go back to work or at least seek part-time employment. Social Security and retirement income may not be enough for elders to survive on and they may need to go back to working full-time or on a part-time basis. Here I will discuss resume tips to assist older generations in finding employment that suits their needs.

Resume & Interview Tips: Employment Gaps
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 12-21-2011

There may be one reason or another why you have an employment gap on your resume. Maybe it is from a leave of absence because of health issues, loss of a job, or natural disaster. I have an employment gap on my resume due to Hurricane Katrina – something I could not help and something which created an employment breech on my resume. If you find yourself with gaps on your resume there are a few things you can do to smooth over those blemishes. Below are a few tips of which I believe are the best.

Interview and Resume Tips: Resume Templates
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 12-14-2011

Keeping your resume updated is a must when looking for work. Your resume may need minimal updates or it may need a total overhaul from year to year. Either way, you may consider redesigning your resume yourself or you may want to use a template. There are pros and cons to utilizing templates and here I will discuss some of the pros and cons.

Interview & Resume Tips: Revamping Your Resume for 2012
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 12-08-2011

The new year will be here before you know it and revamping your resume is one of the most important things you can do to prepare for the upcoming year. Whether you are looking for a new job or just wanting to keep your files updated here are some things to remember when reconsidering your current resume. These are just a few tips I consider to be the most important when revamping your resume for the current year.

Interview & Resume Tips: How to Gain the Best Seasonal Employment Opportunities
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 11-29-2011

Finding seasonal employment is not hard, but it does take a bit of time and effort to find the right holiday job for you. Now is the right time to seek holiday employment and here are a few tips on how to land the seasonal job you want.

Interview & Resume Tips: References
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 11-24-2011

Utilizing those bosses that gave you a good reference is actually more important than you might think. Remembering not to burn bridges is something every current and potential employee must keep in mind while working their current job. You may need to use your boss or supervisor as a reference later on. Sometimes employees are quick to make the jump from one job to another in a hurry because they are dissatisfied with the job they are currently working and sometimes leave without thinking about the consequences. If you keep excellent references you will likely not have trouble finding employment. Here are some tips on getting the best references and keeping them on your resume for good.

Interview & Resume Tips: Prepare the night before
By Jennifer S. O’Reilly | Dated: 11-14-2011

Everyone gets nervous during an interview, but there are some things you can do to combat the nerves so you will ace the interview. Here are some basics on settling your nerves (at least for the night before the interview).

Writing an Authentic Resume
By Gayatri Trivedi | Dated: 03-16-2010

A resume being one of the most important marketing tools in your job search, great care must be taken to ensure that you highlight your skills and achievements in a creative as well as in an authentic manner. It is absolutely critical that the information we provide on this document is accurate and that which can be supported with facts, if questioned. Given below are the six most important tips that you need to bear in mind in order to craft a transparent, accurate, and authentic resume.

The Use of References in Your Job Search
By Gayatri Trivedi | Dated: 03-11-2010

An Individual who can verify for all or part of the information you provide on your resume is known as a resume reference, and is generally contacted after the interview stage. They could be former supervisors, clients, professors or any other contact who has a fairly good idea about your credentials, skills, and talents.

Resume Writing Tips - Part 3
By Gayatri Trivedi | Dated: 02-23-2010

Resumes are one of the most important marketing tools in a job search. Crafting a well written and professional resume is not so simple and requires a lot of thought and planning before actually writing it. Given below are another three very important tips to be followed in order to kick start on your resume.

Resume Writing Tips - Part 2
By Gayatri Trivedi | Dated: 02-22-2010

Resumes are one of the most important marketing tools in a job search. Crafting a well written and professional resume is not so simple and requires a lot of thought and planning before actually writing it. Given below are another three very important tips to be followed in order to kick start on your resume.

The Best Way to Find Your Next Job Interview
Dated: 02-22-2010

One has to look for avenues where an advertisement for an open position could be placed. It could be anywhere, at local newspapers, televisions, websites, malls, or walking parks.

Ace a Telephonic Interview
Dated: 02-19-2010

Interview is the step after applying for the job. When you find a suitable job and apply for it you will get an interview call if your application is accepted. The employer calls you for the interview if he finds that your resume and other important documents are as per the requirement.

Following Up on Your Job Application
By Brooke Heath | Dated: 02-17-2010

It can be very frustrating to apply for a job and after several weeks not hear anything back. You're not sure if the position has been filled, or if you're still in the running and the company is just slow in their interview selection process. Regardless, it doesn't hurt to find out. An email to the HR company, or the hiring manager, asking if the position is still available, will not only answer your questions, but it will show that you're still interested in the position (which is helpful if they are still looking).

Avoid Interviewing Faux Pas
Dated: 02-17-2010

Interview is the first step in the job procurement. When you apply for a job you might get a response back for an interview if the employer feels your details are fulfilling the job requirements. The interviews are conducted in different formats. The interviews follow different patterns and forms.

Resume Writing Tips - Part 1
By Gayatri Trivedi | Dated: 02-23-2010

Resumes are one of the most important marketing tools in a job search. Crafting a well written and professional resume is not so simple and requires a lot of thought and planning before actually writing it. Given below are another three very important tips to be followed in order to kick start on your resume.

The Objective Section in Your Resume
By Gayatri Trivedi | Dated: 02-12-2010

In order to craft an effective resume for yourself, there are several factors that you need to keep in mind. But one of the first and foremost things to remember is that simply listing your credentials will in no way get you to the interview. You need to present your information intelligently, demonstrate your caliber through proper wording and design, and work very hard to make an impactful beginning.

Do's and Don'ts of the Job Interviewing
Dated: 02-12-2010

Interview is a method to determine the skills and capabilities of the job candidate. The interview is conducted to assess the job candidate as per the job requirements. The job candidate should prepare himself well for the interview.

Facing an Interview for a New Job
Dated: 02-11-2010

Job is very important for us. It is important for us from different perspectives. Job is important both from the earning and career point of view. When you want to get a job you need to search for a job. Job search is made pretty easy now with the growth and advancement of the IT sector.

Deconstructing your Job Interview's High's and Low's
Dated: 02-05-2010

Interview is the next step after knowing about the job opportunity. When you find a job you have to face an interview to get the employment. Interview is essential in securing an employment.

Resume Writing Tips
Dated: 02-04-2010

Resumes are one of the most important marketing tools in a job search. Crafting a well written and professional resume is not so simple and requires a lot of thought and planning before actually writing it. Given below are three very important tips to be followed in order to kick start on your resume.

Following Up After the Interview
By Brooke Heath | Dated: 02-01-2010

A common misconception among job searchers is that after the interview is over all they can do is wait. But being passive can actually hurt your chances at the job offer at this point. It's important to follow up after the interview to ensure that your name is still fresh on the interviewers' and hiring committee's minds.

The Interview: Saying it Right with Your Body Language
By Brooke Heath | Dated: 02-01-2010

You thought you said all of the right things during your interview, but in the end, you weren't offered the job. So what went wrong? Maybe it wasn't what you were saying with your mouth during the interview, but what you were saying with your body that hurt your chances. The truth is that even before you open your mouth, your body language is making an impression on the people (or person) conducting the interview. Read on to learn how to make sure that your body language is helping your chances of getting the job, and not hindering them.

Importance of a Professional Cover Letter
Dated: 01-29-2010

A cover letter can be considered as a one of the most important branding tools which accompanies a resume and that which introduces a candidate to the prospective employer.

A One Page Resume Versus a Two Page Resume
Dated: 01-29-2010

A resume is the primary and one of the most important factors in a job search. Since it can be considered as the first meeting between you and the prospective employer, and serves as a promotional brochure, it is of prime importance to do everything within your power to provide insight into your credentials in the correct manner.

How to handle Sticky Job Interview Situations?
Dated: 01-29-2010

Job interview is a method or a way to assess or determine the skills, capabilities and efficiencies of the job candidate as per the job requirements. The job interviews are conducted by the human resource managers.

Prepare for an employment Interview-How?
Dated: 01-29-2010

Employment is essential for all of us. Employment or job is a source of earning. For some people their employment is only the source of income. Therefore for such people, employment is of high importance.

Tips for After the Job Interview
Dated: 01-28-2010

Most job seekers do not remember that the assessment of their job interview performance is a major milestone. This must be realized before moving to the next step, that is obviously the follow-up interview.

Things You Don't Do At a Job Interview
Dated: 01-22-2010

Sometimes we get nervous during a job interview and we say or do things that don't really help us present the best impression. Here are ten things you shouldn't do at a job interview.

How to Impress Your Employer During An Interview
Dated: 01-22-2010

You want to take this time to sell yourself and talk about your qualifications.

The Importance of The Interview
Dated: 01-22-2010

Finding a job in today's market is tough. Competition is high, the economy is in a downswing and the future is uncertain. Employers have dozens of applicants for each job available, and prospective employees seem to be competing with a myriad of other qualified people for each position.

What Questions will you be Asked During an Interview?
Dated: 01-21-2010

Many questions in job interview can be deceptively simple ''Tell me about your resume'' or ''Tell me about [insert any experience on your resume here]''. It is certainly the easiest type of question from an interviewer to ask, since it does not take much foresight.

Waiting Room of the Interview: Etiquette
Dated: 01-21-2010

How do we get in the waiting room of the interview may be as important as what we do in the waiting room! Could it be characterized as a ''duck'', ''elephant'' or ''mouse''?

Etiquette Tips for the Interview
Dated: 01-21-2010

How do we behave during an interview? Most of us do not know how to talk with food in your mouth or to give an interviewer a summary about typos. But what are some other etiquette tips that can guide us through the interview process?

Dealing with Gaps in Employment
Dated: 01-21-2010

There are some simple strategies that can help you deal with gaps in employment.

Questions That a Job Seeker Should Ask During a Job Interview
Dated: 01-21-2010

Seeking a job during these tough economic times is a job in itself. Having a polished resume all right ''cuts'' is important, but knowing about the work and the company is working on is so important. Learn how to dress for the interview is important too. Then comes a very important part of the interview and this is coming from a person who has had to make many interviews as an experienced administrator and manager of human resources for many years and that is what kind of questions to ask during the interview.

How to Prepare for Case Interviews
Dated: 01-21-2010

Candidates often find interview as a daunting task, as the case interview can be very fluid and it is difficult for any candidate to be well prepared.

The Do's and Don'ts of Informational Interviewing
Dated: 01-13-2010

Interview is a test or a method to measure the capabilities of the job candidate as per the job requirements. Every organization conducts the interviews. Basically the human resource department of an organization is responsible for looking after the hiring, recruiting, selecting, controlling etc.

Thinking about your Prep School? Some essential Tips for Acing your Prep School Interview
Dated: 01-13-2010

Prep Schools also conduct interviews for the students. The prep school interview is common and applicable to all students. The schools conduct interviews to measure the necessary qualification and skills of the students.

How to Ace your College Interview
Dated: 01-08-2010

College comes under the higher level education. A student after completing his secondary education moves to join college to pursue his higher educations. Since college is a higher educational level, it requires meritorious and excellent students to take the genre of education ahead.

Making the Most of the Job Interview
Dated: 01-08-2010

Job interview is basically a test conducted on the job seekers who measure the qualifications and skills of the job employees as per the job requirements. The employer conducts the interviews as per the format and type of the job. Interviews differ in type and form.

Getting interviewed is an Art
Dated: 01-08-2010

Interview is a formal conversation or communication between two people-the interviewer and the interviewee. The interviewer (employer) and the interviewee (job candidate) communicate with each other in an interview. The interview mostly involves more of a one sided communication.

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