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5 Ways to Keep Loving Your Job

Throughout your career journey, there are likely to be plenty of stops along the way. While you may not have your dream job just yet, today’s lagging economy means there are still plenty of reasons to be appreciative of the job you do have! In 2014, make a resolution to take significant steps to love…

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The Secret to a Successful Interview

How many times have you been to an interview for a job you were perfect for, you had exceeded all the qualifications, the person seemed to like you, and things seemed to go perfectly…but then you called or emailed to follow up and got the dreaded “We went with another candidate” response? Your resume was perfect, you looked…

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3 Surefire Ways to Landing Your Next Job

If you haven’t been job hunting within the last year, you’ll find things are a bit different. It is going to take more than a resume to land your next job. Competition is fierce In many industries and pockets of the world, hiring is on the upswing. That’s good news! As a matter of fact,…

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6 Common Job Hunting Mistakes to Avoid

Job hunting and resume writing offer many pitfalls to the unwary. Knowing which mistakes to avoid increases your chance of impressing an employer with your credentials and securing that all-important job interview. Here are six common job-hunting mistakes you need to avoid: 1. Lack of a Cover Letter It’s unclear what the source of this statistic is,…

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How to Use the Holiday Season to Network for Jobs

December can be one of the best times to network and look for your next opportunity for several reasons: Fewer people are looking for their next opportunity because they assume it’s not a good time to do so. People tend to be in a better frame of mind. There are many social gatherings that can…