Happy Monday – hope
you are off to a productive week! I have
included a lot of links to information for you today, so I highlighted my
“message” with this gray background…
You should continue
to give your resume thought and review – remember, it is YOURS and should
represent you and your skills as well as aid you in being considered for an
interview. Consider what picture or logo
we can add to make you stand out a bit more and give the reader a sense of who
you are…. Even if you choose not to add one to your resume literally, this is a
good way to visualize the value you have and that you can offer an
employer.
Most of you are
looking for a job because you need to make a career change due to circumstances
beyond your control. Hone your reason
for looking for work statement to the point that you are VERY comfortable
sharing this with anyone, especially an employer. You should present this as if you are in
control or, at least, not highlight the negative feelings you may have because
of this need to change careers.
I also wanted to
remind you of the resources available online, although you should limit your
time online. Spending an hour a day on
reading job search/career articles and/or improving your computer skills is
enough. Usually the morning is a good
time for this as it can help you get into the job search mindset and provide
some sense of connectivity to a greater community:
The Weekly Works
Newsletter can be accessed through a tab on www.injuredworkerhelpdesk.com
. OR, you can go directly to the paper
and subscribe by clicking the blue button half way down and to the right of
your computer screen to have the paper emailed to you directly http://paper.li/MarySevinsky/1326552280# Here are some of the articles included in
today’s edition:
Your Key to Job Search Success! by
huffingtonpost.com -
In today's job market, employers know what they want and can afford to be
picky. This doesn't necessarily mean they will overlook a seasoned applicant in
favor of a younger job-seeker. But it does ...
careerealism.com -
18 Interview Questions You Must Be Prepared to Answer · Download » your copy
now!Are you in a job or career where you find others around you are annoyed
with you? Are your relationships at work suf...
5 LinkedIn Job Search Tips You Haven’t Heard Yet by
linkedinadvice.com -
Insightful ways to improve your profile and grow your LinkedIn job search
network. As LinkedIn is the biggest professional social network in the world
and is a proven tool for building business, ch...
cornonthejob.com -
Guest Post from Mark Watson. Mark Watson offers career advice at Jobs
Today, the leading recruitment brand in many of the towns and cities across the
UK, covering over 300 locations from as far no...
certifiedprofessionalresumewriters.com -
The only thing an employee fears more than getting laid off is getting fired.
Executing a strategic career management plan is the best insurance available to
protect you from being involuntarily te...
Are You Conducting a Job Search Like it was
the mid-90s? by
impacthiringsolutions.com -
Robyn Greenspan published a recent article on Huffington Post about what has
changed over the 6 plus years for executive job search. A lot has changed. Brad
and I find that most executives are STIL...
The Members Only
Section has many resources to help you with dealing with your need for a career
change and/or getting your life back http://injuredworkerhelpdesk.ning.com/page/resources-1. It is free to join and gives you access to
information and support not otherwise available. The resources currently available are listed
below. Please let me know if you would
like me to add any others!
Links online:
Careerbuilder
Indeed
Job Service
Staffing Agencies in
Your Area
Additional Job Search
Sites
Additional Job Search
Information
Labor Market
Information
Learn (Almost)
Anything Online
Word Assignments to
Practice What You Learn
Excel Assignments to
Practice What You Learn
Quit Smoking
Get Healthy
Weight Loss - Calorie
Count.com
Weight Loss - Healthy
Eating and Dieting Center
Download:
Career Assessment
Form
How to Complete an
Application
Blank Application -
Complete to use as a reference
Cover letter
Worksheet
Cover Letter Guide
Reference Letter
Worksheet
Reference Letter
Guide
Networking Exercise
Job Search Schedule
Job Search Calendar
Pages
Interview Practice
Questions
Ongoing Job Search
Guide
Daily Contact Log
Job Search and
Training Links
Job Application
Tracker
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accessing information via this site https://www.facebook.com/InjuredWorkerHelpDesk. Be sure to click like when you visit!
Have a great week!
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