Sensible advice for the upwardly mobile, career minded professional!
By Khalilah Starks “I’ve been looking for a job for 2 years.” “I’ve applied to 50 jobs and still no interview.” I hear this all too often. And, then after I ask a few questions, it becomes crystal clear why the person hasn’t been successful in landing a job. It has nothing
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By Khalilah Starks The employment market continues to be a challenge for many people. One of the things that I’ve observed is employers continued reliance on temporary workers. Some companies have been a bit reluctant to add permanent employees because of the sheer uncertainty of our econom
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By Khalilah Starks Desperate times call for desperate measures. And, the job search process can get pretty desperate, driving many to do things that they normally wouldn't do. However, no matter how bleak it may seem, there’s never a good reason to be dishonest during the job search process
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I like to think of an interview as the final exam. So, what do you need to do to ace your next interview? You’ve got to go that extra mile to beat out the other candidates. It starts with doing your research, but there’s much more! Take a look at my post on CareerBliss to get my six winn
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Resume length depends largely on your experience level and the level of the position (entry level, executive, etc.) that you’re seeking. Whether your resume is one or two pages, the content should always be relevant to the job that you’re seeking. Check out my YouTube video for general guidel
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By CareerBliss The elevator pitch – seldom actually delivered in elevators, it is a staple of professional networking. It can be challenging to sum up what you do, who you do it for and why you do it in 30 seconds or so. The challenge, however, is not insurmountable. Here are 5 tips for p
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By Khalilah Starks It’s all about attitude – a positive attitude, that is. Your task in the interview is to prove that you’re the best qualified candidate for the job while showing that you possess a great attitude that will complement the organization. That means keeping your comments
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I get so many questions about resumes. Take a look at my short video on writing a fantastic resume. Always remember that your resume should be visually appealing, targeted to the position that you’re seeking and focused on your accomplishments. Don't forget those strong action verbs and in
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By Khalilah Starks Actively searching for a job can be exhausting. But, there are professionals that land outstanding opportunities that they didn’t even search for. That’s right. It’s possible to land a job without even looking for one. These professionals are called passive job se
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By Khalilah Starks Networking events can be intimidating and pressure filled. I’ve read countless articles and presented workshops full of tips on how to work a room. And, for some, these tips actually work. These people are able to work the room and walk away with some great connections.
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