Personal branding is the new trend—and I’m sure, if you’ve been in the job search market and done even minimal research about resume writing, then you’ve heard these terms: personal branding, value proposition, and career summary. So what is personal branding … and what does it mean to you?
Personal branding is what differentiates you from [...]
Entries Tagged as ‘Job Seeker Tips’
November 5, 2009
Why is Having a Personal Brand So Important for My Resume?
November 5, 2009
Second careers that give back
James Otieno always knew he was going to retire early and when he did, he knew he would do one of three things:
Join the PGA senior golf tour. Become the benevolent dictator of a peaceful island. Or apply himself to his passion improving education, particularly for those who live in poverty.
Pro golfer? Political leader? Hey, [...]
August 6, 2009
Fashion 101: What does an unemployed woman wear to a job interview?
You landed the interview and now you’re staring at your closet thinking you have nothing to wear. Don’t worry; getting dressed for an interview can be easier than you think. You most likely have a few items in your closet, which paired with something else, will work perfectly.
1. Think neutral. Look for pants or skirts [...]
July 7, 2009
8 Jobs That Are in High Demand for the Future
With the economy shrinking, many job-hunters are looking for a new career that pays well – and they need to find out what are the best jobs for the future. Here are the careers that are forecast for strong growth over the next decade, based on Bureau of Labor Statistics projections through 2016.
Robin Ryan, career [...]
May 21, 2009
Body Language During Interviews: Do’s and Dont’s on Video
What you say is important. But did you know that your FIRST impression is made within the first 30 seconds of an interview. The way you LOOK when interviewing is crucial – not just issues of your hair looking good, or your suit pressed – but your body language is also something to [...]
