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Doesn’t it seem like the job search is one big question mark? While so many job seekers have grown accustomed to answering questions sent their way, not too many take the time to send some questions to themselves. Interviewing yourself can be especially beneficial for the job seeker that is just starting off or has been going at it for a while. Your honest answers can get you back on track and into a job quicker. Check out the following six questions every job seeker should ask themselves: Be Honest: 6 Questions Every Job Seeker Should Ask Themselves.  read more »

More employers are using phone interviews as screening mechanisms to narrow down their applicant pool. These calls can range from short and perfunctory to long and in-depth, but either way, it's crucial to be prepared for them. Here are 10 tips to help you become a phone interview ninja: How to Stand Out in a Phone Interview.  read more »

It’s time to dump the old line: “Please accept this application in response to… ” If you’re still starting your cover letters with this overused one-liner, then we implore you to stop what you’re doing, delete the line, and spend a few minutes reading this article to discover seven new examples of how you can catch the hiring manager’s attention with an attention-grabbing opening line: 7 Examples of Fresh New Ways to Start Your Cover Letter.  read more »

When it comes to job interview prep, much emphasis is put on having the right answers. But while you're struggling to come up with responses to queries on your biggest weakness and why you should be hired, don't forget to craft some smart questions, too. You will be judged, after all, by what you ask (or fail to ask): 5 Questions to Ask on Your Next Interview.  read more »

When you're applying for a new job, you often have to write a cover letter to accompany your resume and serve as an introduction to who you are. These letters must be brief yet compelling so you don't require much of the reader but still appear unique. This can be pretty tough, but if you utilize the principles of good storytelling and concise writing you can put together a letter that won't get lost in the pile. Here's how: How to Write a Cover Letter That Employers Will Actually Read.  read more »

You did your research, tailored your resume, and applied for a great position. You may have even scored an interview, came prepared, and impressed the interviewer. Now it’s just time to play the waiting game, right? Wrong! If you’re sitting around waiting for your dream job to find you, you’re ignoring a crucial part of your job search: the follow-up. Following up is essential in your job search because it reinforces your interest in the position for which you applied or interviewed and it helps you stand out among other candidates. Here are 5 tips for following up: What You May Be Ignoring In Your Job Search.  read more »