2009 June | Keppie Careers by Miriam Salpeter

Plan your job hunt using The Vision Board to guide you

Published on June 30th, 2009
2 Comments

visionboard6a00e553b4c06088340115705ee287970c-800wi

As I continue posts for the “Job Search Future Planning Week” week, a review of Joyce Schwarz’s The Vision Board, a book that teaches you how to get started putting your dreams into reality.

Job search planning – steps, tips and tricks

Published on June 29th, 2009
3 Comments

I’m declaring this “Plan Your Job Hunt” week on Keppie Careers. Today – a checklist of ideas and resources to be sure you are on the right path. Stay tuned for some other creative planning ideas and exercises this week.

Can you find a job on Twitter?

Published on June 24th, 2009
2 Comments

Well, it turns out that a lot of Twitter users are really “Twoosers” – they don’t tweet, they have no profile, don’t follow anyone and no one is following them! Not a fun way to get engaged, get connected and help land a job! Is this you? You are not alone! Read on for some interesting stats and tips to get started.

How to evaluate a job description – are you qualified?

Published on June 22nd, 2009
1 Comment

Job descriptions are so involved and demanding. How can you decide when it is worth applying? Save yourself some aggravation and time and focus on whether or not you are qualified.

Edit your resume. It’s very impotent. :-)

Published on June 17th, 2009
1 Comment

There are so many potential pitfalls for job seekers to step in with their resumes. Make sure you are not telling your potential employer what a great “manger” you are or about your “impotent” work! A funny video ties it all together!

Why you didn’t get the job

Published on June 16th, 2009
9 Comments

Yesterday, I got on my soapbox and ranted about the fact that there is no one “right” way to search for a job. Today, a look at why you didn’t get the job that highlights my points!

The “right” way to look for a job…

Published on June 15th, 2009
2 Comments

You’re looking for the “right” way to job hunt? Read on for some good (and bad) news!

Delaying your job search? Ready to pack it all in?

Published on June 11th, 2009
2 Comments

Are you ready to pack it in and take the summer off from your job hunt? DON’T DO IT! Read on to learn why you’ll get left behind – and for resources to help get you going!

How to Win A Pitch

Published on June 9th, 2009
2 Comments

How to Win A Pitch, by Joey Asher, is a great read for anyone searching for a job and/or hoping to improve how they communicate their value at work!

Are you a career coward? Your guide to changing careers!

Published on June 8th, 2009
5 Comments

Katy Piotrowski offers a wonderful guide for anyone experiencing a scary career transition. Read on to learn how you can win a copy of her book for free!