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Resume Tips: 15-30 Seconds to Sell Yourself

admin — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 01:37:27 +0000

15 – 30 SECONDS!?!?!

Yes. Your Resume has between 15 and 30 SECONDS to impress the reader.

That’s what Human Resources Recruiters are saying. Companies are receiving hundreds of resumes/applications for each open position. And, that means that your resume has 30 seconds at most to convince a recruiter that you warrant a screening interview/phone call.

What does that mean for your Resume?

That means that you have got to make sure your resume presents its most important points in the first few lines of the first page. You need to make sure someone can look at your resume and know what you are qualified to do in a moment.

It should also get across what makes you different from the hundreds of other candidates for the position.

Keep in mind that your resume is marketing material and YOU are the product it is meant to sell.

Interview Tip – Sounding Better on The Phone

admin — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:26:25 +0000

PROJECT A POSITIVE SOUNDING VOICE and ATTITUDE:

When participating in a telephone interview (or HR screening), it is best if you STAND during the conversation.

You will project a more positive sounding voice and possibly even a higher energy level. And, you will leave a better impression with the interviewer or HR screener.

If you’re not sure why this works, try sitting down and speaking – you might just read something aloud.

Then, do the same thing standing up. Hold what you are reading in front of your face so you don’t have to look down to read it.

You will be amazed at the difference this makes.

Hourly Jobs

admin — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:44:01 +0000

There is a web site that can help if you are looking for an hourly (full or part-time) position.

Try it out, it might just be a solution for you. If you click on the link, it will take you to another web site where you can input your zip code and it will display hourly jobs open in the area.

CAUTION: This site may show you positions listed for people to work from home. BE VERY CAREFUL with any such jobs – unless you know they are with a reputable company. For example, GE Money does have a “work at home” call center operation. And, other major employers may as well. Just be very careful about possible scams from employers you do not know.

Your FICO Score & Credit Reports

admin — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:13:04 +0000

Your Credit Reports (all three of them) and your FICO credit score are extremely valuable information when it comes to borrowing. They impact whether you get credit and, if you do, what rate (APR) you pay.

It’s important to know these things – especially if you’re getting ready to buy or lease a car or buy a house or just refinance your current house.

Don’t Fall Victim to Identity Theft

admin — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 03:02:45 +0000

Unless you’ve been living in a cave, you know that Identity Theft is a MAJOR ISSUE and continues to grow every day.

There are a number of steps you can take to keep you from falling victin. You should at least investigate LifeLock.

Expedia.com – Save money on Travel

admin — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 02:48:58 +0000

If you need to make reservations, consider using EXPEDIA.com and see how much you can save. Just click on the link to go to their site.

Expedia Flights: Book Any Flight Without Booking Fees! Valid on flights booked by 5/31/09.

Wall Street Journal – Savings

admin — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 02:12:39 +0000

If you want to see the jobs advertised in the Wall Street Journal or if you need to keep up with the Street, consider the savings here.

Save on FTPress (Pearson Education) Books

admin — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 01:43:42 +0000

e4myJob’s Bookstore

admin — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 00:50:27 +0000

The Bookstore contains publications that you may find helpful in your job search.

e4myJOB’s Bookstore

Protect Your Family

admin — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 22:35:11 +0000

If you’re thinking about such things as Wills and Powers of Attorney, at least consider this before you spend lots of money elsewhere.