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What Are Your Top Job Search Questions?

I get a fair share of job search questions from clients, contacts, and friends. I’m wondering, though, if the questions in my little corner of the world and the internet are the same ones that most job seekers are asking. So I’m writing an open question to job-seekers and job search bloggers:

What are the biggest job search questions that you are asking, or are being asked?

Please take the time to leave a comment with your question – I’ll do my level best to answer them in upcoming posts!

Note: This post is extracted and adapted from the post by the same name on Tough Economy Jobs. In addition to being the creator of the Tough Economy Jobs blog and HuntingToHired, Danny is also co-founder of Firepole Marketing, the definitive marketing training program for entrepreneurs, small businesses and non-marketers.

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Comment by Judy Herrmann on May 4, 2009 at 8:15am
I have been looking for work since July 2008. I have 11 years in medical billing and collections, and a college degree. My degree has little to do with any positions for which I am applying (B.A. in language arts) so I'm wondering if I should remove it from my resume? I'm afraid that potential employers might think I am overqualified for some of the entry level jobs I am seeking.
Comment by Danny Iny on May 4, 2009 at 8:20am
Hi Judy. I wouldn't remove it from your resume, but if your educational background won't be a strong support in helping you land the job that you want, you might want to move the 'Education' section of your resume to the end, after work experience.

The best place to clarify why you are a good fit for the job is a cover letter. Explain why this is where you want to work (and stay, potentially), and what value you will bring to the company.

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