Job Search Preparation

Distributing your new and nicely formatted resume is only part of a fully functional and effective job search. Getting your world ready for the search is an important part of staying efficient, presenting yourself the right way and composing all of the proper tools to make sure the search takes as little time as possible. Being unprepared is not an option. After all, every day you are out of work means lost wages. Additionally, the longer you are out of work, the more employers fear you are unemployed for some reason they may not know.

This section of Career Management U. is designed to provide you information that will help you to build the infrastructure necessary to run a tight and efficient job search.

15 11, 2024

Avoiding Holiday Scams: Stay Vigilant During Seasonal Job Searches

2024-11-15T16:13:25-06:00Career Management Help, Job Search Preparation|

The holiday season brings festive cheer, sparkling decorations, and a surge in seasonal employment opportunities. Unfortunately, it also attracts a rise in holiday scams, as scammers exploit job seekers eager to secure temporary work during this busy time. Recognizing the warning signs of fraudulent job offers can protect you from falling victim to these unscrupulous [...]

29 09, 2024

Your Guide to Negotiating Salary: Tips to Earn What You Deserve

2024-11-03T17:14:47-06:00Career Management Help, Job Search Preparation|

Effective negotiating salary strategies can lead to raises from 5% to 20%. Learn how to confidently ask for the pay you deserve. Negotiating salary can be intimidating, but it is what stands between you and fair compensation for your skills and experience. Whether you're starting a new job or seeking a raise, effective [...]

4 09, 2024

Understanding the Job Search Timeline and How to Make the Most of It

2024-11-15T16:18:34-06:00Career Management Help, Job Search Preparation|

Job hunting can be both daunting and confusing, with contradictory or outdated advice online, making it easy to get overwhelmed. Understanding the job search and how much work goes into it can help manage expectations and alleviate the stress associated with getting hired. Whether you are unemployed, new to the marketplace, or making strategic changes [...]

12 08, 2024

Critical Reasons You Didn’t Get Hired (and Proven Ways to Turn It Around!)

2024-09-23T12:46:08-05:00Interviewing Help, Job Search Preparation, Resume Writing Help|

So, you didn’t get hired. Maybe you didn’t even get an interview, or maybe they ghosted you altogether. Wondering where you might have gone wrong? The top reasons why hiring managers pass on candidates fall into 3 categories: your resume, your social media or the interview. Here’s how you can improve your chances next time: [...]

30 07, 2024

Resumes for Career Chameleons: Writing Strategies for Frequent Career Shifts

2024-09-23T12:46:07-05:00Career Management Help, Cover Letter Help, Job Search Preparation, Resume Writing Help|

If you’ve made recent career shifts—or even industry shifts—more times than you can count, you’re not alone. Welcome to the club of career chameleons! While conventional wisdom might say frequent career shifts a red flag issue, in today’s fast-paced job market, having diverse experiences can actually be a powerful advantage. A study from the Bureau [...]

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