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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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LinkedIn: What’s all the Hubbub about Hubs?

June 16th, 2010

By Phil Rosenberg

If you don’t know, the first thing you’re likely asking is…What is a hub anyways?

Hubs are a critical part of any job seekers face-to-face, Linkedin and Facebook networking efforts.

But let’s start out with definitions. A hub is someone in your network who is extraordinarily well connected. In face-to-face networking a hub is the person who “knows everybody”. On Linkedin and Facebook, a hub is an open networker, and has over 500 first level connections.

Think of a hub like the hub of a wheel, with many spokes.
Why are hubs important to a job seeker? Hubs can bring a huge boost to your networking efforts. Think of it this way….Hubs know everybody, so you don’t have to. And if you’re someone who wants to know everybody, other hubs accelerate your efforts.

In face-to-face networking events, for instance, hubs can be your most important connections. Think about it…you tell everyone you meet that you’re looking for a job – how many hiring managers do you meet that are looking for your skill set right now (unless you’re at a job fair)? Hubs can introduce you to many hiring managers, because of the size of their networks.

On Linkedin and Facebook, for a broad networking strategy, connecting to hubs blows up your database, fast. For a tight networking strategy, where job seekers network with a close contacts, adding a few hubs to your network is efficient and adds tremendous firepower without adding significant network management time to your efforts. » Read more: LinkedIn: What’s all the Hubbub about Hubs?

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Networking: Job Hunting for the Prepared Introvert

May 19th, 2010

By Patricia Weber

Patricia WeberVarious polling methods report 60% to 70% of jobs are found through networking. Thank goodness it doesn’t necessarily mean going to a networking event; but it does mean to tap into your already established network.

I LOVED interviews when I was an employee. It may be the arrogance that an INTJ, that’s a type in Meyers Briggs talk, can often unconsciously portray that would get me every job I really wanted.

Introvert, shy or reluctant extrovert, use your networks effectively for anything you need including a job. Introverts may find this approach more suitable since it’s from an introvert perspective. Leverage your innate strengths and you’ll boost that confidence for your job search.

Plan methodically. Lay out for the week what you will do to find that job. Use Mondays to plan out the rest of the week. Possibly Tuesdays are interview days and some live networking, Wednesdays are company and job research and another consideration for live networking, Thursdays are the “second interviews,” Fridays are your Thank You notes and catch up. Then the weekends you can continue to research if you need or want to. Do use some of the weekend for recharging yourself. The job search is a full time job. » Read more: Networking: Job Hunting for the Prepared Introvert

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