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Why employers use pseudo-interviews
Started this discussion. Last reply by Marleen Apr 25, 2010.
7 steps to using the power of intuition in your job search
Started Feb 24, 2010
How to deal with a layoff-Part 1
Started Feb 9, 2010
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Are you ready to return to work? Employment readiness checklist
Are you READY to return to work?The decision to return to work is a thorny issue , one that is rooted in a number of issues affecting the unemployed. Among the thousands of clients I have assisted, including adults with severe mental illnesses, the decision to work again, or to end a lengthy absence from the workforce necessitates careful thought and reflection. I wish I could credit the author of a resource called the “Readiness checklist.” The resource is organized into three categories:-Can…See More
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360 degrees could be your best online marketing strategy
When was the last time you used Yellow pages? Perhaps the online version, yellowpages.com? I was inspired by a Yellow pages ad in the Globe and Mail newspaper. The newspaper featured a "360 degree online marketing strategy." The seven aspects of the strategy all directly applied to an online marketing strategy for your job search. 1. yellowpages.com is an invaluable source for tapping into the hidden job market. Job search solution: www.twellow.com If you…See More
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One of top videos on an HR magazine is how employers are using social media to find workers, www.HRreporter.com
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My FREE twitter webinar is on www.careerealism.com/how-use-twitter-in-a-job-search
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My Twitter webinar features 5 secrets of using the social media platform: http://ning.it/uOYQwY
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presenting a seminar on Twitter at a major career conference, www.cannexus.ca
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Mina replied to Melissa C Martin's discussion '100 top employers'
Do you know where the US equivalent of this list can be found? Thanks :)
How to recover from a layoff: Recovery=resilience
How to recover from a layoff: Recovery = resilienceThis previous post was inspired by the 33 rescued Chilean miners. What an inspiration they are! Their experience resonates resilience. You`ll soon understand what I mean. Back in September, I posted an article, "Facing a layoff: 10 ways on how to deal with the signs," part I. Here's the sequel. Recently, I…See More
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What N-E-T-W-O-R-K-I-N-G really means to reach potential employers
I just stumbled upon a book on networking called The Frog and Prince: Networking for business and life by Rezac and Donahue; the book's title and content gave me pause.N= never leave homeThis is SO vital for job seekers. Time and time again, when I have asked clients/job seekers about their weekly job search activity, invariably, they rely exclusively on electronic means to apply for jobs. STOP relying on this ineffective strategy. You MUST connect with people to get you closer to your goal…See More
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Accepted to speak at a major career conference in 1/11. Topic: how to use social media in a job search. www.cannexus.ca
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How a professonal trainer's 5 principles of strength can boost your job search
A client showed me an article he had written about fitness conditioning. He referred to Russian strength expert Pavel Tsatsouline, who used five principles to train the American military's special forces. At first blush, they relate directly to a successful job search:1. FocusedApplying for jobs haphazardly, without a goal and without targeted employers or companies automatically weakens your job search and puts you in a "deficit" position. Deficits may include applying for "anything," applying…See More
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- About Me:
- Canada's bilingual coach and social media job search specialist.
Career counsellor.
Over 13 years' experience.
Clients: Military, military spouses, employment insurance recipients, unemployed, underemployed, adults recovering from mental illness.
certified educator (English/French)
Certified in teaching English as a second language.
Certified in solution-focused interviewing and counseling, University of Toronto.
Owner: careercoachingbyphone.com
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Are you ready to return to work? Employment readiness checklist
Are you READY to return to work?
The decision to return to work is a thorny issue , one that is rooted in a number of issues affecting the unemployed. Among the thousands of clients I have assisted, including adults with severe mental illnesses, the decision to work again, or to end a lengthy absence from the workforce necessitates careful thought and reflection. I wish I could credit the author of a resource called the “Readiness checklist.” The resource is organized into three…
ContinuePosted on February 2, 2012 at 7:30pm
360 degrees could be your best online marketing strategy
When was the last time you used Yellow pages? Perhaps the online version, yellowpages.com? I was inspired by a Yellow pages ad in the Globe and Mail newspaper. The newspaper featured a "360 degree online marketing strategy." The…
Posted on February 1, 2012 at 4:40pm
Keep your online ID squeaky clean during your job search
Posted on February 1, 2012 at 4:30pm
Build your self-esteem during unemployment: A starter guide
Quite often, career professionals like myself deal with the "employability factor" to help you get hired, but sometimes dismiss an issue that can make or break a prolonged period of unemployment, battered self-esteem.
So how do you stay calm, composed and maintain self- esteem in tough economy times? Here are some tips you may to…
Posted on February 1, 2012 at 4:25pm
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