Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Nov 15, 2009, 6:30 am
In the last article in this series we discussed two of the values of continuing education: demonstrating self-motivation and expanding your subject matter knowledge. In this article, we will conclude ...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Nov 11, 2009, 6:46 am
It seems the two greatest long term values generated by the college experience are opportunity and relationships. Neither is on the brochure, but both form the foundation for the future of the student...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Nov 7, 2009, 7:01 am
Veterans of any professional sport will tell you that even the most experienced players need to periodically go back to the basics. This helps them perfect advance techniques by ensuring all of the ba...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Nov 3, 2009, 6:46 am
First impressions can make the difference between long lasting relationships and your next rejection letter. Making the right first impression is a fairly simple concept, but it’s one that is ve...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Nov 2, 2009, 11:53 pm
In today’s society, major business decisions are often based on the communication conducted over emails. The job hunt process is no exception. Sending a well constructed email will not likely be...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Nov 1, 2009, 6:17 am
Writing helps share the knowledge you have acquired and can lead to your next job. This approach spreads the message of your job search in a viral fashion. It helps you establish yourself as an expert...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 30, 2009, 8:06 am
The days of door to door job applications are dead. To get in front of the right hiring managers, you have to take slightly more strategic approaches. These strategies include all of the same tactics ...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 28, 2009, 7:30 am
If you are from the marketing or strategic planning side of business, you are probably familiar with a method called a SWOT analysis. SWOT is a useful tool for planning strategies that are likely to s...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 26, 2009, 7:09 am
The great depression was one of the darkest and most desperate times in American history. Families had lost their entire life savings to greedy bankers and Wall Street blunders. People everywhere were...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 24, 2009, 8:11 am
This recession has led many to question the job they are doing, or in many case were doing. Most of those who have jobs are afraid that they will lose them if they don’t “step up”. T...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 22, 2009, 7:56 am
“Your credentials are impressive, but we are considering candidates with more experience.” This rejection statement means one of two things. The HR person chose a poor template for their s...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 20, 2009, 7:23 am
You spent time creating your resume and you feel that it is perfected. You found the “perfect” job and applied to it. You landed an interview for your dream job. You perfected every interv...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 18, 2009, 7:54 am
A thank you letter after a job interview is a must among potential candidates. Thank you letters are a great way to show the employer that you are interested in the job that you interviewed for. It wi...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 16, 2009, 8:13 am
Finding a new IT job can be very challenging, but joining local user groups can really help. Information Technology specialists are among the hardest hit in this economy. For the last ten years, many ...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 14, 2009, 7:43 am
The growing number of unemployment rates and the ever downsizing companies create anxiety for the employed. We can’t seem to get away from the news and the consistent discussions on the recessio...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 12, 2009, 6:54 am
A good mentor can have a huge impact on your career and your job hunt. There are several advantages to finding a mentor. Most mentors have experienced something similar to your current situation and t...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 10, 2009, 7:44 am
Congratulations, your hard work has paid off. You have been chosen by a company to go to the next round. Now it’s time to get ready for the big interview. If it’s been a while since you&#...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 8, 2009, 11:39 am
Losing a job is ranked as one of the top 10 most devastating experiences a person can go through, but there is an upside. Everyday millions of Americans go to a job they can’t stand. Some people...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 7, 2009, 11:40 am
Just about every industry can lend a hand to their community with their specific skills. If you have found yourself among the many thousands who are laid off right now you might want to consider volun...
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Konrad A posted an article on A Job Blog - Oct 6, 2009, 8:03 am
10 years ago the average job search was done on the phone or by “beating the street” to find openings. The lucky few, who could afford it, used their local post office to mail out resumes ...
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