Writing an Effective Cover Letter

May 4th, 2009

A cover letter serves to introduce you to your prospective employer and is a supporting document for your resume. It is your opportunity to sell yourself and your most valuable strengths and accomplishments. It should entice the reader to follow through and read your resume. A cover letter should also include a request for a meeting or interview. To learn more about how to write a resume and cover letter, visit Resume Writing Strategies Revealed.

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Recession Busting Job Search Strategies

May 4th, 2009

FREE Seminar:  Recession Busting Job Search Strategies

If you live in the Kitchener/Waterloo area, please take note of this upcoming live seminar that I am hosting with my colleague and friend, Stephanie Clarke of New Leaf Resumes.  This is an event you won’t want to miss. 

When:  Saturday, May 23rd, 2009 from 10 am to 12 pm
Where:  Sobeys Community Room at 450 Columbia St West in Waterloo (corner of Columbia St & Fischer Hallman)

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How to Write a Resume that Works

April 27th, 2009

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A professional resume is the first thing that a potential employer will see, so you want it to be really compelling so that he or she will pick up the phone and call you for an interview. It’s so important when you are job hunting that a professionally written resume should be your number one priority. To learn more about how to write a professional resume, visit Resume Writing Strategies Revealed.

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Sample Job Interview Questions

April 11th, 2009

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This article reveals some sample job interview questions to help you prepare for your next job interview. When you are prepared, you’re much more confident and able to answer even the toughest questions. In today’s competitive job market, it can make the difference between getting a job offer and not getting a job offer. Read on for some useful job interview tips and check out this this great resource The Job Interview Success System.

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How to Build Self Confidence and Be Happy

April 3rd, 2009

Self-confident people are generally more successful, positive and happy. They behave differently, are more likely to take risks and expect things to work out for them. Their self-confidence shows in their body language, how they speak and the quality of their relationships. On the other side, low self-confidence and self esteem can cause people to be negative, stressed out and not achieve very much. The good news is that improving self-confidence is possible. Check out this great resource for help Unstoppable Confidence.

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Overcome the Fear of Public Speaking

April 3rd, 2009

To be a leader, it is necessary to speak in public today. It is a very natural thing to be scared to address a group of people, even if you know them very well. In today’s world it is difficult to avoid public speaking, because the trend is to accomplish tasks in teams and groups. Public speaking need not be stressful for you at all. There are certain key principles which one can use, and this could enable you to make public speaking a satisfying and enjoyable experience. And there’s help with the Public Speaking Sensation Home Study Course.

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Career Management Strategies for Aspiring Executives

April 3rd, 2009

Successful career advancement requires developing some key skills that position you as a leader. As the saying goes, “If you want to be successful do what other successful people have done”. By studying the success habits of others, you’ll be much more likely to become successful yourself and you’ll avoid having to re-invent the wheel. For more help with career management strategies, visit How To Become A Rising Star.

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Stress Management Techniques

April 2nd, 2009

Stress is the number one cause of illness and disease in our world today. We live harried lives and seldom take time for ourselves to relax and rejuvenate ourselves. Below are some ways to slow down and reduce your stress levels so that you have more energy for all of your other daily commitments such as work and family. For more stress management techniques, visit Conquer Stress and Anxiety.

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Job Search Tips for Success

April 2nd, 2009

This article offers three tips you can use to improve your chances of landing a new job. In today’s competitive job market, it pays to learn as much as you can about conducting an effective job search campaign. If you want to increase your job search knowledge and skills, visit The Simple Job Search System.

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Job Interview Questions & Answers

March 30th, 2009

In today’s competitive job market, it pays to be prepared for a job interview. Below you will find job interview questions and answers to help you prepare and feel confident in your next interview. If you really want to get an edge over your competition, check out this this great resource The Job Interview Success System.

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