I set out to create a list of best practices or best tips I can provide my clients and job seekers to help them during their job hunting process and I realized, I already do just that on Twitter. Please read some of my latest tweets which I have listed below. (Follow me on Twitter to keep yourself up to speed during your job search.)
Keep in mind that Twitter is a micro-blogging platform that only allows 140 characters (therefore some of the unusual abbreviations). Also RT means Re-tweet and so you will find that I repeated the Tweet of a fellow career professional whose Twitter account name you will find listed right next to RT. Feel free to follow them as well!
Tweets:
Don’t write ur resume focused on what u desire. Who cares!? But, are u offering what employers need right now? Now that's interesting!
Cover letter tip: convey *justified* confidence. No If, But, Maybe, Think; instead know, guarantee, project and call to action.
Returning-to-work moms: if u volunteered, trained, aided the community and this is relevant to ur job target--promote it in resume.
The #1 strategy in developing your resume is job target/relevance; #2 is achievements
Job hunting is self marketing. Every contact is a chance for self promotion (distribute network cards) http://tiny.cc/NTXNr
RT @MartinBuckland Why should I employ you? What makes you so unique? Does your resume and cover letter tell that story?
Job seekers panic with interview question "why should I hire you." Relax. It's code 4 *help me understand your unique value*
IT Leaders: What sets you apart from others in the IT world!? Hint: not programming, development, or tech skills.
Executive Resume Action Verbs: Pioneered, Orchestrated, Strategized, Strengthened, Positioned, Leveraged, Saved, Turned Around
Writing your resume is writing a career plan: You write to the future using your past as a springboard!
Reminder: have u updated your online resume (career sites). Keep your account active and recent with minor tweaks.
Resume tip: don't bold text just because u want to pretty up your resume. Be selective--bolding emphasizes.
Would someone who stumbles upon your LinkedIn (other) realize u are seeking employment?
Overwhelmed writing ur resume? Tip: Day 1. Build all sections 2.Position/weigh qualifications 3.Optimize content and proofread.
Companies need qualified, team-oriented, and approachable candidates. The wrong mindset, attitude can ruin your chances.
A client once spoke to company and quoted wrong company info (too many job submissions, no proper tracking).
Always research company b4 interview and keep info track. www.Jibberjobber.com - great job search tracking tool!
Jobseekers: Do you have a unique selling point? What sets you apart?
Salary Negotiations: check out http://salarynegotiations.com
Hey, be careful what you say/post online. What goes online…stays online…forever!
A creative resume layout is to capture attention – the content and value offered is what will compel and ignite action.
RT @RiseSmart RT @marilee_lafond : Job Seeker- prepare your references! http://tinyurl.com/c2tv78
Smiling is contagious. Simply smiling during your interview can help create a positive ambiance for you to excel
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