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MBA Job Search and Career Network
As a job seeker it’s important to understand the motivations and how a recruiter functions. There are two different types of recruiters – retained or staff – their goals are still largely the same. Recruiters have one primary goal: fill the position as quickly as possible. This goal is especially true for what is called [...]
Just to recap our story so far; our executive launched her job search and in 8 short weeks had 2 job offers. She had “applied” online to only 1 position. The first few weeks were spent contacting 75 of her existing network who in turn referred her to about 30 more people which netted her [...]
The last tip was about creating your accomplishment list. Today we’ll address creating and growing your contact list.
By now you know that the best way to find work is to network. Statistics from the Department of Labor show that networking accounts for at least 60% of jobseekers success, if used alone. Throw in online networking [...]
How would it sound to you if you were only 6 weeks into your job search and you already had 1 job offer and another one about to be sent your way? Kind of exciting don’t you think?
If you’re a job seeker for any length of time, this might sound impossible. The thing is, it’s [...]
You sent the perfect resume, perhaps with the perfect cover letter, to that great opportunity you found online. Although you just knowyou’re the perfect candidate, you don’t get called in for an interview.
What could have happened?!
To answer this question, let’s make you a recruiter for a day! Keep in mind that this is now your [...]
In the last article we looked at identifying your skills. Now we’ll look at revising your resume or writing one. There are three common dilemmas job seekers are facing when revising or writing their resume:
1) Many haven’t updated their accomplishments while working.
2) Some job seekers are looking for work for the first time in 10, 20, [...]
In my previous article, we looked at assessing your work values. Now we’re going to look at identifying your skills.
When asked at the interview about your greatest strength, you’ll most likely respond by talking about one or two of the three skill types: technical, transferable, or adaptive (personality). You might address your expertise in product [...]
In my last article we looked at the importance of beginning the job search almost immediately after losing a job or completing an MBA degree. Now we’re going to look at assessing one’s work values, which is something people often overlook.
You’re at a crossroad in your life where you have to find a job. You [...]
You’ve got the basic ingredients of your resume covered. Your name and contact info are right there at the top, your job objective statement next, relevant employment history, education, and summary of skills all fall in line down the page, just as every resource you’ve consulted has advised. Your resume looks professional and complete.
But don’t [...]
It’s tempting to take a break to recharge your batteries after losing your job or completing your MBA degree—live off the severance package and UI benefits, go on the three-week vacation you’ve been promising the family, or take the summer off upon completing your degree—but this is a huge mistake.
As an example I give you [...]
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