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Networking Key for Vets to Find a Job

On The Job

In 2008, when Jessie Canella returned home from Iraq where he had been deployed as a Marine, he wasn't sure how to get a job in the civilian world. Canella soon learned what other job seekers have discovered: Competing with thousands of others online is often like throwing a resume into a black hole. He declined.

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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

Laughing all the Way to Work

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 October, 2008 Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro This is a guest post from JEM over at [link]. Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. . I hope you enjoy her article. Be confident.

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How to Never Be a Victim Again

On The Job

Remember what 2008 felt like? The internal scolding of "Why didn't I network more?" "Why Once a week reach out to someone in your network, either through LinkedIn, a phone call or email. Learn something new. Do you have a resume ready? Pretty grim years. Big mistake. No one should ever forget what that felt like.

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Tips From Successful Job Seekers

On The Job

So, if you're running out of hope, read this story I did for Gannett/USAToday.com, and know that you should keep hope alive -- and maybe learn a thing or two from those who have successfully moved from unemployed to the working ranks. She says she learned of the job through a former colleague on Facebook. Ask your network for help.

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Get A Job With A Thank You Letter

Professional Assistant Blog

Home About Me Advertise Get A Job With A Thank You Letter By The Professional Assistant on Friday, March 28, 2008 Filed Under: Job Seeking , Productivity D id you just get out of an interview ? Basic membership is free and you can post your resume online for many prospective employers to see. Did you attend a few recently?

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Construction Work Ahead–Part 1 of 4

The Marq

So much so that the economic meltdown of 2008 didn’t seem to affect him, even though he worked in the construction industry as a Senior Project Manager. In this and the posts that will follow, he shares his story and the lessons learned along the way. Eric’s message asked for a copy of my resume. He was given my resume by Erik.

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Guest Post: What Makes Virtual Administrative Assistants Work?

Laughing all the Way to Work

Make sure your resume is up to scratch: Your resume should list your skills, your experience in working as a virtual assistant, and any other capabilities that you think potential employers are looking for. Alternatively, you can list yourself with other online placement sites as well. That's not my job! Just a secretary.