What are the biggest challenges for job seekers during 2011?

I think there are many challenges facing job seekers this year including shifting their thinking and strategies, especially for those who haven remained unemployed for over a year. I think a new reality needs to set in as well; gone are the days of staying with one ... Continue Reading

How Do Job seekers Stay Optimistic and Motivated During Job Search

As a fellow active candidate: 1. It is critical to network in person, both with those who are employed as well as those who are in transition. This is important, not just because of the old “70% of jobs are gotten via networking” statistic (source: federal Bureau of Labor Statistics JOLTS ... Continue Reading

Things that a job seeker must have at the job fair

1. Advance research can be very helpful. Most job seekers aim to find the best employment possible. Hence, it is important to do some advance research before going to a job fair. Usually, the organizers of this event will post the companies that will participate on the job fair. Obtaining some information ... Continue Reading

What reasons have you been given for not getting an offer?

Jeff asked: When someone is good and thoughtful enough to give you feedback what are they telling you? Good answers: As a job seeker most of us try to find a position that will be a really good fit with our past experience and skill set. Sometimes companies may have multiple positions for ... Continue Reading