Just prior to the end of 2009, I connected with Jacqueline Recchia, a Recruiter with Great Expressions Dental Center; then I followed through in a LinkedIn Group.

As an HR professional, I asked Jacqueline if she could give me her perspective on a personal situation I have faced and struggled with for so long with my resume. I wanted to share my question and her response in hopes that those facing the very same issue could benefit from her comments. A great big note of “THANKS” to Jacqueline for allowing me to share this information. (more…)

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Did you know that numbers can make a huge difference in your ability to create a quality resume? It’s true. The more numbers you add to your resume, the more you are enhancing it and increasing your chances of getting called in for an interview.

Of course, adding numbers doesn’t simply meaning writing “1, 2, 3” in random places around the resume. They have to be used strategically to make a difference. But if you adopt the right strategies, you can bet that you will have enhanced your resume tenfold. (more…)

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Along with practicing job interview techniques and interview questions, company research is critical before the job interview. Nothing impresses an employer more in the job interview then hearing a candidate speak about their company. This will really show an employer that you really want to work for them and you are determined to succeed. So what should you research and how do you begin? Research the industry, get a perspective of the company and recent activities or accomplishments, find out what products and services they provide, who their competitors are. Also if possible, determine what the company culture is like and read their mission statement.

Here are some valuable guidelines to keep in mind when researching a company online before your job interview:
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How to Successfully Participate in LinkedIn Groups

By Marleen Graham
It is very simple to contribute in LinkedIn Groups and you don’t have to spend a lot of time doing so. Start off with once a week for 30 minutes.

If you follow these tips, they will help you improve your networking skills; and in time you will be meeting lots of new people. If you just sit back and watch other people participate, no one will know that you are a member of that group and will not reach out to you. (more…)

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Here is the schedule and times for upcoming Webinars offered by Capella University.  A great opportunity to take advantage of!

Link to register: https://capella.webex.com/capella/onstage/g.php?p=149&t=m

• Feb 10, 2010 10:00 am: Job Application Documents: Tips for Creating Effective Resumes, CVs, and Cover Letters
• Feb 11, 2010 4:00 pm: The Teaching in Higher Education Job Search
• Feb 16, 2010 11:00 am: Online Social Networking: Cutting Edge Tools to Manage Your Career
• Feb 18, 2010 5:00 pm: Interviewing for Success
• Feb 22, 2010 12:00 pm: The Teaching in Higher Education Job Search
• Feb 23, 2010 4:00 pm: Job Application Documents: Tips for Creating Effective Resumes, CVs, and Cover Letters

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