I hadn’t planned on writing a resume ever again, even after my company died. With my background and contacts I expected my choice of interviews, a warm reception, and eager offers.
Dumb. I waited for employers to call. I didn’t acknowledge that the market was saturated with job seekers at all levels. Demand faded after the [...]
Entries Tagged as 'finding a job'
The Radioactive Resume
April 6th, 2009 · 6 Comments · Finding a job
Tags:finding a job·resume
Put Away Your Excuses
February 22nd, 2009 · 1 Comment · Finding a job, Solutions
I’m going to repeat that. Put away your excuses. Lack of computer savvy or “I’m getting old and don’t want to adopt these modern ways” are exactly that. If you’re unwilling to try new things, you can expect an extremely difficult job search in this market. So learn some new tricks and add online networking [...]
How To Get a Job in 2009
February 20th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Finding a job, Motivation
Ouch! The job market bites right now, but there’s no excuse for despair. If I can get a job, you can too. There is just one secret and here it is:
Network smarter than your competition.
Here’s how.
Stretch yourself. If you’re not already hooked into social networking sites, get online now. Twitter [...]
Repeated Failure Lands A Job
February 19th, 2009 · No Comments · Humor, New members
To the Editors
The Dead Company Club
Dear Sirs:
Please consider me to be a writer for your blog. I am perfect for the job. Here’s why.
1. I was a corporate chameleon at a company that was the icon of its industry when it was suddenly shut down by the SEC and Department of Injustice. Almost 90,000 people [...]
