“ Intellectuals solve problems. Geniuses prevent them.” ” – Albert Einstein. Interviewers and human resource managers often go through hundreds of applicants, many of which express the same characteristics. In short, look for emotional intelligence. Characteristics of High Performers. Self Management. Social Skills.

“ If you do not know how to ask the right question, you discover nothing. ” – William Edwards Deming. These are the vague, confusing interview questions that get thrown at you when you are trying to get the best management consulting, strategy consulting or investment banking jobs. What are situational interview questions?

A few years ago I went on vacation with my family to Costa Rica. While we were there, we visited Arenal Volcano. Although the volcano is in a “resting” phase, there was plenty of smoke and some rocks shooting out of the top. Not sure I would want to be there for a full eruption (lava and burning alive does not really appeal to me).

The largest employer in the U.S. is the government. Chief attractions of a government job include diversity of career options, employment stability, salary, and benefits–including retirement plans. More people are interested in pursuing careers in the government, particularly as baby boomers retire. Explore the Diversity of Career Choices.

“ The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty. ” – Winston Churchill. If you’re looking for IT sales jobs, computer jobs, web developer jobs, or IT support jobs, it’s best to use a specialist recruitment agency, as this will give you a head start. This is a Guest post.

We live in an “always online” world these days. Whether we are responding to emails at our desk, checking updates on Facebook, texting our friends, looking up just about everything on Google, it is never-ending. Well job search is no different. There are a several categories to consider: File management and storage and other utilities.

“ Long-range planning works best in the short term. ” – Doug Evelyn. If you’re a job seeker looking for IT support jobs, computer jobs, IT sales jobs or web developer jobs, remember that you only get one chance to impress … and that means your CV has to be compelling. Recruiters receive hundreds of CVs, so yours needs to stand out.

“ All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them. ” – Walt Disney. The dental profession offers numerous career opportunities. Apart from a general dentist, you can also opt for positions like dental hygienists, dental assistants, and lab technicians. Dentist. Dental hygienist. Dental assistant.

“ Wise men don’t need advice. Fools won’t take it.” ” – Benjamin Franklin. get regular emails from my readers suggesting career or job search related articles. tend to save those until I have enough for a post (20 sounds like a good number). Thanks to everyone for submitting these articles. Enjoy! Take a look.

“ It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome. That’s what defines your career. ” – Carlton Fisk. With the economy suffering greatly, there are tricks to getting hired online because it can be a tough market out there. The first tip would be to join a professional group or organisation. This is a Guest post.

“ The person who goes farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare. The sure-thing boat never gets far from the shore. ” – Dale Carnegie -. Finding the best job involves a lot of effort and time on the part of career-oriented individuals. Some Tips on Successful Job Search. This is a Guest post. Good luck in your search.

“ A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him. ” – David Brinkley. Linkedin is the Facebook of the corporate universe and anyone who’s anyone has an account. Let a few concise words be your guide and let them highlight the stuff you’re good at and the area you’re interested in.

Hard to believe, but 50 job search boards is just the tip of the iceberg. These are not necessarily the 50 biggest or best, but the list does include the usual suspects. would be the first to tell you that you should not be using 50 job search boards (less than five is ideal and two or three would be best). Foodservice.com – Food industry.

“ The skill of writing is to create a context in which other people can think. ” – Edwin Schlossberg. Job descriptions are the ultimate selling proposition (USP) of an employer if we talk in terms of sales and marketing. The better you propose and negotiate, the more you grow and get good people. About You. Specific Information.

“ Remembering you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart. ” – Steve Jobs. friend once mused to me about changing jobs. When I asked him why doesn’t he just do it, he said he was not sure if it was the right decision.

“ Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. ” – Buddha. Guest post by Rhonda Campbell. Ace Your Next Job Interview. When it comes to feeling nervous during a one-on-one conversation, interviewing for a new job ranks up there with going out on a first date. clean suit).

“ Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a misprint. ” – Mark Twain. Targeted job search posts are always in the top 10 on my site and my posts on targeted Healthcare jobs are near the top of the list. That is more than 300,000 jobs per year! They sometimes have access to jobs that are not advertised elsewhere.

Your earning ability today is largely dependent upon your knowledge, skill and your ability to combine that knowledge and skill in such a way that you contribute value for which customers are going to pay. Brian Tracy. We all have an innate set of skills that develop as we go through life. Communication. Organization. Professionalism.

“ Who seeks shall find. ” – Sophocles. Very few people will make it all the way through their careers without changing jobs at least once. Whether you leave because you want to or because the employer makes you, the separation process is awkward and uncomfortable for everyone involved. You may want to come back. Word gets around.

“ Fortune favors the prepared mind. ” – Louis Pasteur. Sometimes, against all odds and due to no fault of your own, you find yourself either out of work or about to be out of work. Maybe your company has gone out of business or is taken over by another company. Your whole world has been turned upside down, now what?

“ The man who views the world at 50 the same as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life. ” – Muhammad Ali. Post contributed by Amanda Keight on behalf of PaperStarter.com, a free resource for Outstanding Essay and Paper Topics, and The Importance of Being Earnest Thesis Statements. Introduction. Interview Tips. Conclusion.

“ A superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions. ” – Confucius. With our current economy, people have found it harder than ever before to find a job. Many people are beginning to discover their true need for a sufficient education past high school, because otherwise it may be impossible for them to find a job.

“ Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself ” – George Bernard Shaw. Guest Post by Amanda Valenti. So you found a job you think you are perfect for. Congratulations! Now comes the hard part: getting and nailing the interview! In order to land the interview, you should have your résumé perfected.

“ I always wanted to be somebody, but now I realize I should have been more specific. ” – Lily Tomlin. It can happen to anyone. bad interview, a resume error (big time), insulting the interviewer. Of course sometimes it is just plain and simple stupidity or lack of awareness. And some stories are almost too strange to be true.

“ Don’t say anything online that you wouldn’t want plastered on a billboard with your face on it. ”  – Erin Bury, Sprouter community manager. The world continues to evolve and the rules dictating employment change with it. In the last decade, employers have changed the way they find and screen potential employees. Keep Your Profile Tame.

“ A word to the wise ain’t necessary – it’s the stupid ones that need the advice. ” – Bill Cosby. It’s no secret that an eye-catching resume increases your chances of getting that job you want. Pocket Resume. Winning Resume. Top Resume Tips. PrinterShare Mobile Print. Resume App Pro. Resume Writing Secrets.

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit. – Aristotle. If you’ve just completed or are nearing completion of art college, you’re most likely well aware of the competition in the arts jobs market you’ll undoubtedly be facing. Portfolio Optimisation. This is a Guest post.

“ At every party there are two kinds of people — those who want to go home and those who don’t. The trouble is, they are usually married to each other. ” – Ann Landers. Four (maybe more) long years and here you are at your last Spring Break. Who would’ve thought? Four years sounded like a long time when you were a Freshman.

“ Whatever you are, be a good one. ” – Abraham Lincoln. If you’re looking to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment then retail is the industry you need to be in. With flexible hours, you can choose to work full time or part time and choose between mornings, during the day or even at night. Appearance is Key. Sell Yourself.

“ Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value. “  – Albert Einstein. Much has been discussed about what should go into your resume. But are there any inclusions that could cost you an interview? Certainly – you need to follow resume etiquette to ensure that you come across as a consummate professional.

“ It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so. ” – Mark Twain. One of my friends has been spending a lot of time building his LinkedIn contacts. He’s been working for over 25 years and is in the “500+” club on LinkedIn. Read on.

“ I’d rather regret the things I’ve done than regret the things I haven’t done.” ” – Lucille Ball. Choosing a career is one of the biggest decisions you have to make in your life. physical therapy career opens the door to a variety of rewarding job opportunities. Travel Opportunities. Salary. Insurance.

“ Action speaks louder than words but not nearly as often.” ” – Mark Twain. The way to find a job is changing and it is becoming more and more important to have a solid network to help you land a job. You are more likely to get an interview if you have a recommendation or an “in” at the company.

“ Decide that you want it more than you are afraid of it. ” – Bill Cosby. It’s so easy (relatively speaking) to send your resume to companies, apply for specific jobs online, email your resume to recruiters and sign up at lots of job search sites. There are other factors to consider as well (spelling errors). 

“ If you don’t know where you are going, any road will get you there. ” –   Lewis Carroll. So, you got the job. Congratulations! Now, you actually have to show up and fit in. For some people this is as sweet and easy as taking a bite of pie, but for others it can be the hardest part of a new job. Don’t let this happen to you. Smile!

“ Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant. ” – Robert Louis Stevenson. Have you recently left university, keenly clutching your hard-earned degree, and are now considering your next move? Such priorities include… …keeping your online profile clean. So, what do you do instead?

“ Dream as if you’ll live forever, live as if you’ll die today.” – James Dean. So how many job search boards do you think there are? Thousands? This is, of course a rhetorical question because I’m not sure that anyone knows the answer (but I am willing to be proved wrong). Many of old information or wrong information.

“ One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things. ” – Henry Miller. If you are a graduate looking to widen your career opportunities then work experience is crucial. This may sound paradoxical for graduates. How are you supposed to get your first job if it requires already having worked in a similar job before?

“ It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to open one’s mouth and remove all doubt. ” – Abraham Lincoln. Finding your ideal internship can be a lot like hunting snipe – you end up chasing your own tail looking for something that just isn’t there. Long) before you start looking …. Be a Doer and a Joiner. Buck up.

“ A pessimist is one who makes difficulties of his opportunities and an optimist is one who makes opportunities of his difficulties.” ” – Harry Truman. My first major in college was music. My “dream” was to be a successful entertainer. In the short term it was an interesting experience. Good luck in your search.

“ Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I’m not sure about the universe. ” – Albert Einstein. Whether you are looking to better your career or you lost your job, that job hunt is on. Here are 5 resume killers to stray away from. Misspellings and grammar. Again this is another red flag for employers.

“ The first rule of business is: Do other men for they would do you. ” – Charles Dickens. friend of mine found out that their job would be ending in 6 to 12 months. That sounded like more than enough time to find a great job with time to spare. Plenty of time to be patient and pick the best opportunity. Research all of your picks.

“ It’s a job that’s never started that takes the longest to finish. ” – J. Tolkien. Online marketing is a career opportunity that’s hot and growing hotter. Among them, social media marketing is currently one of the biggest career opportunities in online marketing. Certification is not required, but may be helpful.

“ An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all.” ” – Oscar Wilde. Not everyone heads into the office each morning wondering whether or not they are going to make out alive, but for some, this is a reality. Top 7 Most Dangerous Jobs in the US. Structural iron and steel workers. Roofers. Loggers.

“ The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks, and then starting on the first one. ” – Mark Twain. friend of mine has been “looking for a job” for a very long time. But the tools are only half of the story.

“ Never too old, never too bad, never too late, never too sick to start from scratch once again. ” – Bikram Choudhury. Those looking for a change of career may not have considered the jobs associated with social work. What is a social work? social worker is a professional who works with people and helps them manage their daily lives.

“ To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business, and your business in your heart. ” – Thomas Watson, Sr. How have you engineered your online presence so far? Do recruiters know where to find you and how to know more about you? Do you have an online career brand? Discover And Develop Your Career Brand. Spread The Word!

Guest Post by Greg of Ivy Exec. We are all familiar with the hardships involved in being an unemployed job seeker.  Not only is it frustrating and depressing when you can’t find a job, but the feelings become magnified as the length of time unemployed increases. Here are her suggestions: 1. Really understand your strengths and weaknesses.

“ It has been my observation that most people get ahead during the time that others waste time.” ” – Henry Ford. There are many advantages for those who work on a freelance basis. Freelancing allows greater flexibility and a level of control over your life that full time employment simply can’t compete with.

“ It doesn’t work to leap a twenty-foot chasm in two ten-foot jumps. ” – American Proverb. According to the Bureau of Labor statistics employment report for January 2012, employment is starting to rise again, with about 243,000 jobs added in January. Here are seven things to make sure potential employers see when they check out your resume: 1.

“ Never too old, never too bad, never too late, never too sick to start from scratch once again. ” – Bikram Choudhury. Many of us are unsatisfied with our jobs. That’s just the way things go sometimes. It makes sense that so many of us fuss about disliking our jobs. This is good. It keeps us trying. You Don’t Fit In.

“ The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary ” – Donald Kendall. get a lot of email suggesting websites to review, articles links to post and apps to review. save most of these suggestions and then periodically dedicate a post to reviewing and listing the links. Definitely worth a look.

“ Don’t rule out working with your hands. It does not preclude using your head. ” – Andy Rooney. In this economy, finding work can be extremely difficult and time-consuming. But if you are a recent college graduate with only an inkling of what you want to do with your life, finding work can seem practically impossible.

Guest Post by Jason Sanders of Ivy Exec. Most of the resumes that I receive nowadays come from job seekers using a career coaching service during their executive job search. They may receive advice from an outplacement company hired by their employer, or they may have hired someone themselves. This is a Guest post. Good luck in your search.

“ You got to know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em, Know when to walk away and know when to run.” ” – Don Schlitz. Job interviews are kind of like beauty contests. You put on your best suit, some lipstick, make sure there is nothing stuck in your teeth and off you go. Avoiding the Job From Hell.

“ Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why. ” – Bernard Baruch. If you haven’t looked for a job in awhile, you may be surprised at what you experience once you get a foot in the door. How to get your piece of paper past that scanner is another issue entirely, one that deserves some time and attention.

“ The minute you’re satisfied with where you are, you aren’t there anymore. ” – Tony Gwynn. Not likely to help. Wishing for a job, that is. Wishing is nice from a “positive thinking” point of view but it won’t get you a job without putting in the time. Building your Job Search Toolkit should be your first priority. Read on.

Guest Post by Jason Sanders of Ivy Exec. As Ivy Exec’s Vice President of Executive Search I spend a lot of time interviewing high quality candidates, as you might imagine. Candidates talk with me about their executive job search , career progression, skills, experiences and personal lives. Maybe you only have twenty minutes, or perhaps only five.

“LinkedIn is for people you know. Facebook is for people you used to know. Twitter is for people you want to know” – Author Unknown – Via socialmediatoday.com & Via Jay Baer, Convince & Convert. As technology continues to advance, social media platforms such as, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, continue to rule the web.

“ Success is falling nine times and getting up ten. ” – Jon Bon Jovi. This guest post is provided by Comparethemarket, a UK price comparison site that helps people save money on a range of financial products, including Life Insurance. If you are having issues finding something in your own niche, try someone else’s! Volunteer.

“ Success is where preparation and opportunity meet. ”— Bobby Unser. When I was in college I worked part time as a teller in a bank. The Head Teller (which is only like one level above teller) had been working in the bank for 40 years and was about to retire (at 65 years old). Doing a good (or even a great) job may not not be enough to get promoted.

“ If you’re looking for the next big thing, and you’re looking where everyone else is, you’re looking in the wrong place. ” – Mark Cuban. When is the last time you sat down with a newspaper to start looking for a job, dropped your resume off in person at a business, or even filled out a hard copy of a job application? Making it Happen. Networking.

“ You can make more friends in two months by becoming genuinely interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you. ” - Dale Carnegie. She has a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from the University of Quebec in Montreal (UQAM). mail : genevieve@matchfwd.com.

“ I don’t know what you could say about a day in which you have seen four beautiful sunsets.” ” – John Glenn. Talk about the “right stuff” So I got to thinking, what is the “right stuff” required for job search? Following are a few apps to help you get started. Pressed for time? Careers

“ A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step. ” – Lao Tzu. As far as careers go Gunsmithing is a highly specialized field. Typically it is those who appreciate firearms, use them, and take care of them that find a career in gunsmithing rewarding. There are several roads to success, all of them long.

“ The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page. ” – Saint Augustine. Have you ever considered moving overseas for a job? If the answer’s ‘no’ you’re closing yourself off to loads of job opportunities. If you’re searching for Singapore IT jobs but are coming up empty handed, don’t worry. This is a Guest post.

“ Keep your face in the sunshine and you cannot see the shadows. ” – Helen Keller. There is no denying the fact that a good college education can open up a lot of doors for you professionally, but finishing a four-year university is not a mandatory prerequisite for having a successful career these days. Real Estate Broker.

“ By working faithfully eight hours a day you may eventually get to be a boss and work twelve hours a day. ” – Robert Frost. You are somewhere in your (hopefully) four year college career and, if you’ve not already figured this out, the experience is likely to be different than you envisioned when you began. Company Research.

“ We are what we repeatedly do; excellence, then, is not an act but a habit. ” – Aristotle. Do you know what a resume writing service and a plumber have in common? Imagine that your kitchen sink is spewing water. You have held a wrench before, but you have never tackled an issue of such size and importance. Insider Knowledge.

If your business takes you to France, count yourself lucky to be among a people who love good food, good wine and all things of beauty. But while the culture is dotted with  joie de vivre , it’s all business in the boardroom. to around 7 p.m. Expect some close-talking. Maintain moderate eye contact. Your business card. Keep it single-sided.

“ Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. ” – Albert Einstein. If you are looking to kick start your career, the following options could be the ideal solution for a satisfying role that continues to keep you motivated for the years ahead. Business to Business Sales Representative. Account Manager.

“ Diligence is the mother of good luck. ” Benjamin Franklin. While successful job hunting is all about planning and executing on your job search marketing plan, there is always a bit of luck in the process. “Luck?” ” you say? Yes, luck. But are you maximizing your network? How to leverage contacts in your network.

“ When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. ” – Lao Tzu. Today’s job market is more competitive than ever before. Even before starting any job search, it is important to know with certainty the kind of career path that you want to take. This is because you want to make a long-term decision of the type of career to undertake.

“Aim at heaven and you will get earth thrown in. Aim at earth and you get neither. ” – C. Lewis. Author Website: [link]. In a world where bigger is often viewed as better, it’s sometimes tough to decide whether to choose products and services based upon size or other specific factors. Criteria for Choosing Your Niche Job Board.

There are many different groups wondering if women are naturally better leaders than men. It is said that leadership is mostly about collaborations, healthy relationships, and a natural nurturing talent. Many believe that women are more prone to excel in these fields, while men are more likely to be competitive, aggressive, and individually focused.

“ What we think, we become. ” – Buddha. You’ve given your resume a complete makeover, revamped your wardrobe, and practiced your networking skills on LinkedIn, but you still haven’t gotten any job leads. If this sounds familiar, it’s possible you have overlooked some very helpful career resources. Industry Associations.

“ You can’t always get what you want. But if you try sometime you find. You get what you need ” – M. Jagger/K. Richards. In your deepest darkest secrets, if you could have anything you wanted, what would be your “dream job”? know what mine is. What is Your Dream Job? Define Your Dream Job. So, where to start?

“ Either you’re the one erasing or you’re the one being erased. ” – Jim Carrey. How much time and thought do you put into your overall appearance preparations when you go on a job interview? If the answer is little to none, then there is a good chance that you are still looking for a job. The Suit Does Make the Man.

“ A place for everything, everything in its place. ” – Benjamin Franklin. There are numerous aspiring candidates who are in search of an accounting job in the present employment market. However, to compete against other potential candidates and to highlight your skills, you need to have a perfect résumé. This is a Guest post.

“ It is better to be prepared for an opportunity and not have one than to have an opportunity and not be prepared. ” – Whitney M. Young. You’ve probably heard hundreds of times that your resume is the most important document in your job search, and, that is  so. So, you may ask, what else do you need? Are You Prepared for the Interview?

“ Climbing to the top demands strength, whether it is to the top of Mount Everest or to the top of your career. ” – Abdul Kalam. When you apply for any job, your resume is your first impression on the potential employer and you must make it a lasting one. It will introduce you to the employer. Select the appropriate format for your CV.

“ A great wind is blowing and that gives you either imagination or a headache ” – Catherine the Great. In Part 1 of this article, we covered reinventing your career ( Reinvent Your Career and Job Search – Part 1 ). Today’s post focuses on reinventing your job search. Or maybe your current job search is not yielding results.

“ You have to leave the city of your comfort and go into the wilderness of your intuition.  What you’ll discover will be wonderful.  What you’ll discover is yourself.” ” – Alan Alda. The days of going directly to companies HR departments with printed resumes or posting them via snail mail are history now.

“ Ch-ch-Changes. Just gonna have to be a different man. Time may change me. But I can’t trace time ” – David Bowie. Every so often I cover suggestions/recommendations from CareerAlley readers. The following are resources &/or articles recommended via email. Enjoy and please keep the recommendations coming. Take a look.

“ It’s not the hours you put in your work that count, it’s work you put in the hours. ” – Sam Ewing. When you’re going to a job interview there are a number of interview questions you can naturally expect. What are your strengths?” is simply a chance to recite the best parts of your CV. Why do you want this job?”

“ Success is a journey, not a destination. ” – Ralph Arbitelle. Author Byline: Jessica Hernandez, expert resume writer, is a nationally-recognized resume authority and former HR Manager who has achieved over a 99% success rate securing interviews with prestigious organizations through exclusive, personal branding strategies.

“ Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. ” – Confucius. ran into an old friend (metaphorically speaking) that I used to work with very early in my career. When we worked together, he was not your average guy. He was a very successful business man, near the top of his field. And you know what?

“ Opportunity is a haughty goddess who wastes no time with those who are unprepared.” ” – George Clason. Some interviewers like to get a little creative, and put their interviewees in the hot seat by asking questions that break the classic interview mold. What book are you currently reading and why? This is a Guest post.

“ We are ready for any unforeseen event which may or may not happen.” ” – George W. Author Byline: D. Lawton. Author Website: [link]. Securing the Right Job or Career Transition in the New Economy – part III. Part III – A Method to Make your Job Search More Productive. Step One: The Planning Stage. Never!

“ Today, there is no black or white, Only shades of gray ” – Barry Mann & Cynthia Weil (recorded by the Monkees, et al). One of my friends received a job offer last week. The position was with a stable company, higher pay (after lots of back and forth), better benefits and more responsibility. Job Offer Sound Too Good?

“ There is more credit and satisfaction in being a first-rate truck driver than a tenth-rate executive. ” – B. Forbes. America needs truck drivers. Most truck driving jobs don’t require a degree, but they do require specialized training and specific licensing. In the current economic climate, jobs in many sectors are scarce.

Many people react to getting laid off with anger and sadness. This is an understandable, but controllable human reaction. You may assume that your company was looking for ways to cut corners on payroll in order to afford hiring a business speaker or upgrade their hardware. It’s to network with people who may know of jobs. Update your resume.

“ Been dazed and confused for so long, it’s not true. ” – Jake Holmes. In college on your “own”, trying to figure out midterms, finals, spring break, dealing with roommates, meal plans, rushes, finding time to party, etc. It’s a delicate balance. Take a look at this site. Take a look. Study Abroad ([link].

By Cynthia Kocialski. What we indirectly learned in our school years has a profound impact on our success later in life. Not the factual knowledge that school is intended to teach children, but those lessons implied and habits picked up that were not intended as part of our formal schooling. Best Forgotten Habits. 1.Winning Doesn’t Matter.

“ If You’re Not the Lead Dog, the Scenery Never Changes “  – Lewis Grizzard. When I was in college I worked as a “runner” on Wall Street during the summer (yes, it was a very long time ago and no, I’m not referring to drugs). At the time I was 19 years old and this was my first non-fast food job. Get it?

“ It is possible to fail in many ways…while to succeed is possible only in one way. ” – Aristotle. You get a call from the HR department and learn you’ve finally landed the big interview. You’re well prepared. Months and months of unemployment could be about to come to an end. How long are lunch breaks? smoke.

“It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it. ” – Aristotle. It seems like not a day goes by without another gloomy report on the news about rising levels of unemployment, businesses laying off staff and companies going out of business. What does Upskilling Show to Employers?

“ When the dog bites. When the bee stings. When I’m feeling sad. simply remember my favorite things. And then I don’t feel so bad ” –   Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. I’ve seen hundreds of career and job search sites over the three years that I’ve been writing for CareerAlley. Take a look.

“ You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. ” – C.S. Lewis. Are you in a current career rut and wishing you would have gone to or finished college? Earning a college degree can lead to a great career, if approached correctly. Bill Gates: Co-founder of Microsoft. Dropped out of college. John D.

“ Anything worth doing, is worth doing right. ” – Hunter S. Thompson. So when you look for job opportunities, do you just do a search based on job openings or do you have a “list”? If you are now thinking “what list?” ” then this post is for you. Use the drop down box to put in your state. Visit me on Facebook.