Strong recommendations can open doors to interviews and can elevate you above the competition. Find someone who can confirm that you are a good candidate based on the performance they have witnessed. To create significant impact, pursue an enthusiastic recommendation rather than an impersonal run-of-the-mill reference letter. A strong endorsement can make a tremendous difference. Follow these steps to acquire an influential and impactful recommendation. Step One: Target a

How eager are you to read something from your home mailbox addressed, “Resident?” If you are not using a name when you write a cover letter, your message may not elicit the initial response that you desire. It is ideal to include the name of the HR manager or hiring manager on your cover letter or email message. In most cases you can find the appropriate name. There are a few exceptions, such as a time when you are replying to a blind posting (a posting in which the employ

Today we are delving into several ill-advised resume strategies that you can't take to the bank. Don't worry because we're also sharing solid advice based on proven job search principles. Sometimes you see advice often enough, you accept it as valid. Why is some of this advice so rampant? Just because anyone can post advice online – does not mean anyone is qualified to share resume advice. Secondly, tactics that were effective in 1999 may not be in step with today’s job mar

It is likely that you will encounter someone at a business or social event that asks about your career. “So, what do you do?” For many the natural reflex is to answer with your job title and employer. That generic response might lead to a round of “Oh, do you know so-and-so?” and most times it is a non-starter for anything productive. A better response will include the right words to capture their interest and hopefully open the door to an opportunity. What you need is an