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Some Gen Zers Are Including Their Social Media on Resumes—Should You?

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The report adds that “candidates with no social media profile receive even lower ratings than candidates with mental health problems”—those individuals received “lower ratings by an amount equivalent to the effect of having three years on-the-job experience.” So why not capitalize on that tendency, as opposed to the 7.4

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21 Tips for Job Hunting - A Comprehensive Strategy

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I had always meant to do a post on job searching and so I figured, why not now? AKA – Kiyomi’s 21-Step Job Hunt Strategy 1) Contact everyone you know in a personalized, positive, fun email When I first graduated college and whenever I am seeking new opportunities, I will literally email everyone I know. That’s great too.

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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. So he turned to what he had heard was a place to find lots of jobs: online job boards. While in the barber's chair, Canella confided that he was depressed about his job prospects.

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What You Need to Say in an Interview

On The Job

Those graduating from college soon may have only one request of Santa this year: Bring me a job. As employers remain cautious about hiring because of concerns over taxes, health care and the global economy, graduates are facing some dismal conditions for finding work. Have questions prepared to ask.

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5 Tips to Survive a Job Hunt / Pandemic / Stress

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

I've learned it's true, w orrying means you suffer twice. Much like one diversifies their financial portfolio to reduce risk, the same should be done for your emotional and mental health. You learn who you can count on, rely on. You’ve probably also learned what money can and can not buy. 4) Learn the art of storytelling.

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Answering Reader Mail: Can an EA salary support a family?

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Here are some money management tips I've learned over the years that may help you. Always buy the most expensive health insurance you can afford. If you don't qualify for insurance on your own or lose your job - there is COBRA, your work's insurance plan, or your spouse's. Do a great job. So the short answer is yes.

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On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: Twitter Tips for Job Seekers

On The Job

Forget the personal health issues. Anita- Excellent points about sounding desperate and personal health issues. There is a propensity to vent on Twitter, but job seekers in particular need to exercise caution regarding what information to share. Sound smart. Use proper punctuation, grammar and spelling. Another point to add.

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