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Information Overload for People in Transition

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Just two decades ago, finding a suitable job was simplistic. People wrote their own résumés, had them edited by trusted friends, and walked into the interview with confidence about having been for a long time in the previous job that he must have been good at because of a lengthy tenure. Since then, though, the [.].

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How an Informational Interview Can Lead to a Job

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The real danger hovering over the heads of some people in transition is the fact that they’re headed toward a cul-de-sac and don’t even know it. More and more articles point out that the business world is changing rapidly; new jobs are being created; and some old jobs are fading away. Regrettably, the jobs being [.].

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Is Your Job Search Progressing Satisfactorily?

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The average or mean time that a person is looking for work is meaningless to a job search, giving merely statistical information. Most people complain that their job search has been excessively prolonged. The fact is that in today’s economic job market, people are having a hard time finding what they want because of the [.].

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A friendlier Twitter for job seekers

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It’s time to overcome your reluctance/aversion, banish all doubt and make your triumphant entrance on what is THE world stage for up-to-the-minute information sharing. Still wary of entering the Twitterverse? Don’t be. And by “sharing&# I don’t mean what you had for breakfast today.

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Networking While in Transition is the Key to Success

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The purpose of job-search networking is to cultivate relationships to lean on for getting advice, information, and–it is hoped–referrals. Exchange contact information and agree to follow up within a day or two. The objective is to expand your sphere of personal connections. Don’t monopolize the conversation.

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Winning Strategies for Employment: Reference Preparation

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It is important that you inform these people before you use them as a reference. You should also take a bit of time to share information about the role and expectations so the reference can serve as your advocate. Direct supervisors, direct subordinates, and customers can all make good references.

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The Secret behind Reference Checks

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My informal research revealed that a significant number of applicants have motor vehicle violations, bad credit, and collection agency records. However, an informal reference check is done through personal contacts in the industry. This is the one that’s done on the Q.T. and cannot be controlled or restricted.

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