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5 Things You Must Do When Providing References

On The Job

Once an employer gets around to checking your references, you may be feeling quite confident that a job offer is coming your way. According to an Accountemps survey , one in three candidates are removed from job consideration after checking with their references. Here are some way to ensure your references help you: 1.

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4 Keys for a Recommendation Letter

On The Job

As I sifted through dozens of cover letters and online applications, I noticed that only a few included letters of recommendations. As I read the letters, I wondered why more of the job prospects didn't offer something similar. For me, it put the skills of the applicant into perspective. Highlight important skills.

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Employee personnel files — what should and shouldn’t be included

BMT Office Administration

Is it related to the employee’s performance, knowledge, skills, abilities, or behavior? Cover letter. Health insurance forms. Reference and background check results. Pay authorization forms. Pay authorization forms. Payroll deduction forms. Keep I-9 forms in a separate file.

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The Admin’s Guide to Career Organization

All Things Admin

Cover letter. Your cover letter is often the first touch point you have with a potential employer, so you need to make the right impression. You should have two versions of your cover letter – a formal one that can be printed and an electronic version for online submission systems. Forms and Checklists.

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Beginning Your Job Search? Start By Building Your Brand

Office Dynamics

Expanded Ramblings reports that simply adding a photo makes your profile 11 times more likely to be viewed , and listing your skills makes your profile 13 times more likely to be viewed. A fully fleshed out, professional social media profile gives employers a point of reference beyond your resume. Share Carefully. Protect Your CV.

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Job Loss - It Can Happen to You!

Office Dynamics

Times are tough and I am sure many of you have been touched by it in some way, shape, or form. In good times when I had all my senses engaged, I prepared my career portfolio, resume, brochure (what a gem of an idea you had Jasmine), and now a strong cover letter, you are always ready for whatever comes your way.

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Job Loss - It Can Happen to You!

Office Dynamics

Times are tough and I am sure many of you have been touched by it in some way, shape, or form. In good times when I had all my senses engaged, I prepared my career portfolio, resume, brochure (what a gem of an idea you had Jasmine), and now a strong cover letter, you are always ready for whatever comes your way.

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