Why You Do Personality Tests During the Interview & Hiring Process
In addition to the job interview, some employers (whether they’re big names such as business executive Charles Phillips Oracle or new entrepreneurs) are now requiring personality tests, IQ tests, and EQ tests before making a hiring decision. While it may seem like a formality, it’s not unheard of to be turned down based on the […]
10 Tips for Writing Your First Resume
Whether you’re an accountant, engineer, programmer, lawyer or administrative assistant, if you’re looking for employment, there’s one thing you have in common with virtually every other job seeker: You’ve got to write a resume. For those new to the job hunt, that can pose a challenge. You may never have written a resume before. Or […]
5 Ways to Use Twitter in Your Job Search
Join #socialjobhunt on 11/5 from 9 p.m. – 10 p.m. EDT to learn best pratices in finding your next dream job using social media. Presented by @Geico & @sbcareercenter. Are you a college student about to graduate in December or May? Have you already graduated and are still looking for that dream job? Did you […]
Job Seekers Guide to Referrals, Leads, Recommendations and Endorsements
I recently worked with a terrific young graduate who told me that despite going online every day and having many referrals, he was frustrated with his job search. Upon closer examination, I learned that his referrals were really just email addresses provided by previous employers and contacts. Having an email address for a target company […]
Career Fair Tips for the Job Seeker
Did you just notice a flyer for a career or internship fair at your school? Your college or university may have a fair on campus or in a nearby city with other schools. A career or internship fair is a great way to make valuable connections with employers! Career Fair Tips for the Job Seeker […]
United States Colleges Offer Opportunities for International Job Skills Development
Students who decide to leave their home countries to attend college in the United States share a desire to succeed that transcends their fear of the unknown. That courage and determination is important for success in college and in the “real world,” after graduation. If you’re going to study in the U.S., think about how […]
