by Joellyn Wittenstein Schwerdlin | Dec 9, 2015 | Job Search Strategies
Many people will put their job search activities “on hold” between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, because they believe that companies don’t hire during this time of year...and this couldn’t be further from the truth! Employers hire ALL 12 months of the year. Many new...
by Joellyn Wittenstein Schwerdlin | Nov 27, 2015 | Job Search Strategies
When conducting a confidential job search, be careful to avoid making these top nine mistakes, to ensure that your search stays off of your employer’s radar: 1) Attending job fairs. You might think that job fairs are “safe” activities, especially if your employer’s...
by Joellyn Wittenstein Schwerdlin | Aug 31, 2015 | Job Search Strategies
One of the best times to look for a new job is when you already have one. Employed candidates are usually more desirable to some hiring managers than those who are unemployed. Some employers have even stipulated that applicants must be employed to be considered;...
by Joellyn Wittenstein Schwerdlin | Feb 27, 2015 | Job Search Strategies
If your goal is to get a new job in the New Year, here are eight “prep steps” to get you started: 1. Update your resume. While your resume should be customized for a specific job, having an up-to-date resume targeted for a specific type of position is the next best...
by Joellyn Wittenstein Schwerdlin | May 22, 2014 | Job Search Strategies
Access the Hidden Job Market: The hidden job market comprises 75% of the total jobs and perhaps 90% of the best jobs. Hiring decision makers will talk about the company’s problems, needs, changes or opportunities, long before they advertise an official job posting to...
by Joellyn Wittenstein Schwerdlin | May 14, 2014 | Job Search Strategies
When you’re unemployed (or under-employed and working part-time), you may find yourself all alone behind your computer, applying for jobs online and posting your resume on Monster and CareerBuilder. While you do need to apply for positions for which you’re qualified,...
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