If you’re a strong candidate for a hard-to-fill, technical or highly paid opening, you could land your next job through a search firm recruiter. But it’s important to know how to work with them. The #1 point to remember about search firms is that they work for employers, not for you. That’s not necessarily bad [continue reading…]

There are three questions you’ll be asked in job interviews and job search networking situations, over and over again. Answer well, and doors will open.

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To boost your chances when applying to a job, send your resume directly to the hiring manager, the person who would be your boss, not just to human resources. So how do you find the email address of the hiring manager? Here are 7 methods, all free.

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Looking for a professionally challenging volunteer opportunity? Skills-based volunteering can be a great job search strategy, a way to gain experience and contacts in a new field or update your skills when returning to the workforce after a lengthy break. The tricky part is finding volunteer opportunities that are relevant to your career goals. For [continue reading…]

Do you find job search networking stressful, depressing or unproductive? Shifting your focus from openings to organizations could transform your whole experience–and get you a great job, sooner.

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