Posts Tagged ‘interview’

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June 24th, 2010

The New England Job Show has an active FaceBook page that can help you keep tabs on job search related information. Check out our page for information on:

  • Current updates on unemployment extensions and other legislation with a direct impact on the job seeker
  • The latest NEJS shows and blog articles
  • Other hot articles, video’s and radio broadcasts with information on how to improve your chances of getting a job

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Career Tips: The Riley Guide

June 17th, 2010

The Riley Guide

The Riley Guide is one of the oldest directories of career and employment resources available online. Provided for free to all users, it guides users through all aspects of a job search — not just where the jobs are listed online but also where to look for employers, how to avoid scams, and what other options exist for you when your current job or career field is on the decline.

Individual sections cover topics such as Networking, Resumes & Cover Letters, Career Options, and what to do before you search for a job. Some highlights from the site (click on the section title):

Sites with Job Listings:
The entry to 50 pages of job sites, from Monster and CareerBuilder to SnagAJob… from TurboTAP to AgCareers … from Iowa to American Samoa and beyond. These pages divide hundreds of listings into categories like the big boards to Local US Jobs and International Resources, and even cover internships, apprenticeships, and self-employment. Looking for something specific? Try the Google Search Bar, which covers the entire site, or check the A to Z Keyword Index.

Scams and Schemes in Work and Employment Services:
A resource identifying many scams directed toward job seekers, particularly persons who are desperate to find new sources of income. Most recently added was a notice regarding “employers” requesting job seekers submit credit reports with their resumes.

Veterans & Transitioning Military Personnel:

Resources and links to services to aid veterans and transitioning military personnel in finding new jobs. This page also links to services for wounded warriors, military spouses and dependents, and veterans who need to verify pay and employment status. » Read more: Career Tips: The Riley Guide

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Q & A: What does it say about a company when . . . .

April 22nd, 2010

By Joe Redshaw

Joe RedshawThe same position is open for over a year?  Why are so many jobs just rehashed on the job boards as “new” when they have been out on-line for many, many months?  What should a potential candidate infer from this?

There could be many reasons.

  • One is that the company could be looking for the perfect candidate and not willing to settle (perfect candidate can mean matching skills/technologies, fit with the group, personality, compensation).
  • Another is that the group is growing.  For example for about 2 years I have had an Inside Sales role posted.  We have been growing our inside sales team and have about 1 opening per month, so it always seems to be open.
  • There could be high turnover in that role so the company always seems to need a backfill.  Or because of turnover, or future growth, the company feels it will have that as an opening (or it could be a core job they “typically” hire for).  In that case they always want candidates in the pipeline for when it does open.

For some, it is considered “proactive recruiting” rather than “reactive”.  Reactive is a job opening up and you now have to start recruiting.  Being proactive helps a company, but can leave a sour taste with candidates. » Read more: Q & A: What does it say about a company when . . . .

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