Wednesday Wisdom October 31, 2012

Often the experiences we have are influenced by how we see our world....  

Always remember you choose how you see our world.... 

You are not alone. Never forget that.

Tuesday Tip October 30, 2012

Guest Blog Post byOnlineCollege.org 

You may think of Pinterest as a place to pin cute photos of dogs and collect recipes, but these days, the site has gone beyond the trivial and become a branding powerhouse. It’s a great resource for job seekers; you can share your resume, get connected with recruiters, research companies, and so much more. Check out our 33 tips to discover all of the ways you can use Pinterest for your job search.

1. CREATE A RESUME THAT BEGS TO BE PINNED:

   Infographic-style resumes can go viral. Check out The Undercover Recruiter to find three Pinterest resumes with great style.

2. CREATE A VISUAL RESUME:

   It’s a great idea to share your actual resume on Pinterest, but why not devote a board to your visual resume?
   Read More:  http://www.onlinecollege.org/2012/10/29/33-pinterest-tips-boost-your-job-search/

Monday Mission, October 29, 2012

Avoid or recover from a Frankenstorm: Ask your loved one to butt out of your job search

It is hard to be unemployed and looking for work. It is hard not only for the job seeker, but for loved ones. This is especially true if the unemployment is unplanned, unexpected and/or unwanted. Most of them are.

The dynamics at home will quickly transform and appear to take on a new rhythm that, at first, may not seem too bad. But, if the job search takes longer than expected, or if any party doesn’t feel it is going well, then it may not take long for emotions to boil up into a Frankenstorm.

HOW DO YOU ASK YOUR LOVED ONE TO BUTT OUT OF YOUR JOB SEARCH?

Friday Follow Up October 26, 2012

Here are some great career related posts I shared this week:

Weekly Works Top #Job Stories  http://ow.

Posted on October 26, 2012 

Weekly Works Top #Job Stories  http://ow.ly/eN6Yp via@WATRL @ProfSuter @AugustClarke @Retail recruiter

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Job Search Tip: Stay active in your job

Posted on October 25, 2012 

Job Search Tip: Stay active in your job search, especially if you feel overwhelmed. http://ow.ly/eLcJJ

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RT @oducmc: 5 Reasons Whya Virtual Internship Might be Right for You

Posted on October 24, 2012 

RT @oducmc: 5 Reasons Why a Virtual Internship Might Be Right for Youhttp://ow.ly/eJcmI  http://t.co/u0CRrB0W

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RT @katemcgk:“@CAREEREALISM How to dress for #Halloween at the Office

Posted on October 24, 2012 

RT @katemcgk: “@CAREEREALISM How to dress up for #Halloween at the office: http://t.co/JQOe7av0” cc: @CurtisTO @J_Menz @StaceyLynnPlatt 

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RT @jobcenterwi: BestAdvice for an #Interview

Posted on October 24, 2012 

RT @jobcenterwi: Best Advice for an #Interview:  http://ow.ly/eJF73 (by @CareerSusanRuhl) #jobhunt #jobsearch #jobseeker #jobangels

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RT @michelle_barbo: 3 Steps to Creating your Career Development 

Posted on October 24, 2012 

RT @michelle_barbo: 3 Steps to Creating Your Career Development Planhttp://t.co/rV3G26vi via @CAREEREALISM #career

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#Job Search #Tip DON’T GIVE UP  http://o

Posted on October 24, 2012 

#Job Search #Tip DON’T GIVE UP  http://ow.ly/eJa10 Sometimes it is hard to know if we are headed in the right direction, especially if we lose site of our goal. But, if you have a good path laid out and stay the course you will be more likely to get there than not…. As long as you don’t give up!

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#Job Tip: Tap into the Hidden Job Market

Posted on October 23, 2012 

#Job Tip Tap into the Hidden Job Market  http://ow.ly/eHfrD

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#Job Search #Tip Considerworking with a Staffing Agency 

Posted on October 22, 2012 

#Job Search #Tip Consider working with a staffing agency  http://ow.ly/eFYnd

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Injured Worker Help Desk:What to expect from a Chiropractor 

Posted on October 22, 2012 

Injured Worker Help Desk: What to expect from a visit to the Chiropractorhttp://buff.ly/RXcy8w

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Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Friday Follow Up October 26, 2012:

Thursday Thought October 25, 2012

HOW DO YOU STAY ACTIVE IN YOUR JOB SEARCH?

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"I'm tired." I hear from many clients.  The conversation goes something like this:  

Client: I'm tired.

Me: You're tired.

Client: Yes, tired.

Me: Tired of....?

Client: Everything....

Me: (Silence)

Client: This....

Me: (Silence)

Client: Housework....

Me: (Silence)

Client: Homework....

Me: (Silence)

Client: Driving the kids to their activities....

Me: (Silence)

Client: Having to come up with meals....

Me: (Silence)

Client: Not having insurance....                                                                                                      

Me: (Silence)                                                             "My life didn't please me, so I created my life.”   ― Coco Chanel

Read more:  Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Thursday Thought October 25, 2012:

Wednesday Wisdom October 24, 2012

DON'T GIVE UP

Sometimes it is hard to know if we are headed in the right direction, especially if we lose site of our goal.  But, if you have a good path laid out and stay the course you will be more likely to get there than not.... As long as you don't give up! 

Tuesday Tip October 23, 2012

HOW TO FIND UNADVERTISED JOBS

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One of the first challenges a job seeker faces is how to find job openings, or find employers that may have job openings. Too many rely heavily, if not exclusively, on online applications. These openings are known by, and applied by, so many job seekers that it reduces the chances of any one job seeker being seriously considered.

Tapping into the hidden job market is the best way to be considered for jobs that are or will be available, but have not yet been widely advertised. This path is not for the lazy! It requires hard and consistent work in identifying employers and/or industries who might be interested in hiring the job seeker.

Research, contact, and follow up are
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Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Tuesday Tip October 23, 2012

Monday Mission October 22, 2012

WHY SHOULD I WORK WITH A STAFFING AGENCY?

One of the many things that I preach to my clients over and over is to register with as many staffing agencies as possible and stay in touch with them.  This is important for several reasons:

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1. Many employers only hire through staffing agencies
2. Staffing agencies should be considered another source of job openings
3. Recruiters at staffing agencies can often provide valuable feedback about your match with specific employers
4. Often, the staffing agencies have insight into what a particular employer is looking for or how to get a "leg up" above the competition
5. Staffing agencies often provide "Temp to Perm" positions, not just temporary positions (although this may also be a good way to impress an employer)
6. A recruiter's recommendation of you may carry more weight with an employer than you or your references alone

In short, a job seeker may 
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Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Monday Mission October 22, 2012

What to expect from a visit to the Chiropractor

You may be wondering what to expect from a visit to the Chiropractor.  If you have recently been referred or have decided a Chiropractor might be right for you, here are some things to expect.

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A chiropractor will:

• Obtain detailed medical history from you 
• Discuss current symptoms and expectations with you 
• Explain his or her education, background and philosophy 
• Explain and demonstrate how he or she treats (using visual aides and/or a chiropractic table)
• If you haven't had diagnostics such as X-rays or MRI he may request that you do so
• He or she may provide treatment the first session and should explain it has he or she provides
• Explain that you may have more symptoms in the near future as your body adjusts or realigns itself
• YOu might be scheduled for more visits initially - twice a week for example.

CHIROPRACTIC TREATMENTS VARY AMONG PROVIDERS 

Chiropractic treatments may vary among providers and depending on preference or your needs, may include:

• Spinal Manipulation
• Acupuncture
• Fitness & Nutrition
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Traction

Here is an article that does a great job explaining the types of treatments and techniques involved in Chiropractic Care.  http://www.joanngentle.com/different-types-of-chiropractic-care-and-treatment-techniques.html

I hope this article helps you understand what to expect from a visit to the Chiropractor.

Monday Mission October 22, 2012

WHY SHOULD I WORK WITH A STAFFING AGENCY?

One of the many things that I preach to my clients over and over is to register with as many staffing agencies as possible and stay in touch with them.  This is important for several reasons:

Photo from: http://www.morguefile.com/creative/mantasmagorical

1. Many employers only hire through staffing agencies
2. Staffing agencies should be considered another source of job openings
3. Recruiters at staffing agencies can often provide valuable feedback about your match with specific employers
4. Often, the staffing agencies have insight into what a particular employer is looking for or how to get a "leg up" above the competition
5. Staffing agencies often provide "Temp to Perm" positions, not just temporary positions (although this may also be a good way to impress an employer)
6. A recruiter's recommendation of you may carry more weight with an employer than you or your references alone

In short, a job seeker may be considered
Read more:  Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Monday Mission October 22, 2012

Friday Follow Up October 19, 2012

Here are some great career related articles I shared this week:

16m  Mary Sevinsky ‏@MarySevinsky

How to keep your spirits up in job search, 50 Tips, Keeping Job Search Personal, more....... http://fb.me/1YP2y6e68 

16m  Mary Sevinsky ‏@MarySevinsky

How to keep your spirits up in job search, 50 Tips, Keeping Job Search Personal, more....... http://fb.me/2bLWOy4a8 

22h  Mary Sevinsky ‏@MarySevinsky

Originially Shared by @Careerealism - Happy Friday!

#Job Search #Tip: Know thyself ! http://ow.ly/ezYMC  Whether it is deciding to use an Objective versus Profile Statement, formatting a...

18 Oct  Mary Sevinsky ‏@MarySevinsky

4 Reasons Why Thank-You Notes Workhttp://pinterest.com/pin/97953360616734664/ …

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Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Friday Follow Up October 19, 2012

Thursday Thought October 18, 2012

KNOW THYSELF!

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Whether it is deciding to use an Objective versus Profile Statement, formatting a unique and individual résumé for yourself, or setting a career goal, it is crucial that you know yourself and what you want.

Take a step back from your job search and think about what you do or have done well.  When have you succeeded most?  What have you or do you enjoy most?  What is something you need to work on?  Or, something that you struggle with?

Answering these questions will start you on a forward path that will land you closer to where you want to be (even if you don’t quite yet know where that is)!  It may be difficult to sort through if you have had a lot of (or very few) experiences.  But it is well worth the time and effort.

HOW CAN YOU GET TO KNOW YOURSELF AND WHAT YOU WANT?

If you approach it logically and take a few simple steps you can quickly sort through your experiences to assess you and your unique situation better. 

Read More:  Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Thursday Thought October 18, 2012

Wednesday Wisdom October 17, 2012

If you don't know who you are or what you want then how will you communicate this to others?

Dream.
Dream big.
Plan.
Plan big.
Set deadlines.
Work toward your deadlines.
Work hard.
Ask for help.
Achieve.
Achieve big.
See you at the finish line!
     Repeat.

Tuesday Tip October 16, 2012

Make your résumé unique to you and your current career goals

THERE IS NO ONE FORMAT THAT IS GOING TO WORK FOR EVERYONE

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Typically, I compile information from a client and/or review their existing information:

          1.    Contact information, including photo, logo, or avatar
2.      Skills and Abilities
3.      Achievements
4.      Work History
5.      Education
6.      Groups, professional or community
7.      Presentations
8.      Papers/articles
9.      Certifications/special training

Next it is important to understand the career goal and... Read More: Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Tuesday Tip October 16, 2012

Career Fair - Don't HIre Me!

I am just coming from a career fair, here in Delaware and saw or heard many of the scenarios outlined below.  A few I added from other career fair experiences, but not many!  This is no commentary on Delawareans or those seeking to work in Delaware – I commonly see and hear many of these egregious examples at job fairs I attend across the region.

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If you don't want to be hired by attending a career fair:

1. Bring your child/children (no matter how young, old, cute, well behaved, calm, mature, etc.).  No one, not the children, you, other attendees, or employers will benefit.
2. Bring your dog… Everyone can hear it barking from the car in the parking lot, including you!  It’s never a good idea to leave your dog alone in the car anyway.
3. Ask about benefits and raises.  Everyone wants them – this can be discussed closer to the job offer. 
4. Wear knee high stockings with a skirt, even a long one – the split is above the stocking line and clearly visible from behind, in case you wondered.
5. Tell a recruiter/potential employer that you don't want to “waste” a resume on them – bring enough to waste on every employer there and then some (you don't know from where your next job offer will come yet).
6. Wear jeans, shorts, t-shirt, muscle shirt or ill-fitting, or bad looking clothing (ask someone whose opinion you care about how you look – they will tell you).
7. Wear the pink sunglasses to match with your capri’s that have a large embroidered pink flower on the leg.  This is good advice on any day.
8. Wear perfume or smoke what smells like an entire pack of cigarettes before attending.  Many people are allergic to perfumes and no one likes the smell of stale cigarette smoke.
9. Leave your glasses at home if you need them to read.  What?  You really didn't think you would have to read anything at the job fair?

In case you were wondering:  I hope this clears things up!

For some positive tips on making the most of out a career fair, you may also want to review the following sites:

http://www.quintcareers.com/career_fair_resources.html

https://career.berkeley.edu/fairs/fairstips.stm

http://www.quintcareers.com/job_career_fairs.html

http://www.careerbuilder.com/jobseeker/careerfairs/careerfairtips.aspx

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 This article was meant to be tongue in cheek and not to offend anyone.  That having been said, if you are guilty of any of the preceding:  Don’t do it again!  Good Luck on your job search….