Archive for August, 2008
Resignation Letter Sample . . .
Dear (Employer Name):
I want to thank you for all you have done for me here at (Company). It’s been a pleasure working with you, and representing the company as your (job title).
I have accepted an offer with another firm and have decided to tender my resignation as of today. This decision has nothing to [...]
Weather-Proof your resume . . .
the number of Americans in a coastal county recently passed the 150 million mark, so it’s about 53 percent of all Americans live in what we would consider a coastal county.
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Sample Resignation Letter . . .
Dear (Employer Name),
This is to inform you that I have accepted a position with (new company name).
I want to express my gratitude for a rewarding professional association during my employment with (company name).
This decision was not an easy one and involved many hours of thoughtful consideration, particularly with respect to my own plans for my [...]
I’m unhappy at work, but can’t make a change now. Can you help?
Yes, with a Communication Style Analysis. Happiness in the workplace, at home or in relationships is often the result of Communication Techniques. The best communicators know themselves, recognize the demands of the situation and adapt strategies to meet those needs. When employees communicate well, they are “in sync” and teamwork occurs with less stress. People [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Job Search Issue for Women
Employers tend to hire people with whom they feel comfortable. Often this means they are most likely to hire people who are a lot like themselves. This often places women at a disadvantage, as historically, males have held positions of power in the business world.
People bring stereotypes of woman to the selection process, especially the [...]
With an unemployment rate below 5%, how can I hope to get a job?
Effective résumé preparation accompanied with job-search coaching/personal branding, and perhaps a “dose of reality” is part of the process. Finding a job is not always easy. However, with a clear objective, understanding of your marketplace value, development of a top-notch résumé, and job-search action planning, you can be successful in ANY job market. The unemployment [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Are there any advantages to using computerized job search techniques with a professional service?
Yes, finding current occupational information is notoriously difficult. The computer can cross-reference information from The Dictionary of Occupational Titles, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Worker Traits Data Book and other sources. These computerized resources provide quick, easy access to information on 30,000 occupations. Professionals easily pinpoint accurate job descriptions, necessary education, salary, future outlook, and guide you [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )What is professional Career Guidance and do I need it?
JaneCo’s SENSIBLE SOLUTIONS is a business that provides career guidance. Personal consultants administer nationally recognized career evaluations and provide reports. The reports are matched with The Dictionary of Occupational Titles and several other National Job Placement manuals. With this professional assessment, one can have the confidence that he/she has been guided toward a course of [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )When is the time to send a thank you follow up letter in a job search?
Some situations when you might want JaneCo to write a thank-you letter for you:
Before an interview, thanking the employer for being willing to see you.
After an interview, thanking the employer for the interview and mailing it within 24 hours after the interview takes place
After networking with someone who gives you a lead in [...]
Why send a thank-you – - follow-up – - after an interview?
To create a positive impression that you have good follow-up skills
To show that you have good manners
To remain in the employer’s consciousness at an important time
To discuss any weakness/concerns that may have surfaced in the interview and address the issue(s) in a positive way and restating why you are a good choice for the position
To [...]
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