By admin, on September 8th, 2011 Guest Author: CareerAlley
Website: http://CareerAlley.com
 “Winning isn’t everything. Wanting to is.” – Elbert Green Hubbard
Do you remember your very first job? Not the one where you worked in the supermarket, but the first job that you felt it was the beginning of your career. I remember my “first job”. This was the first job where I had to wear a suit, travel to the city and work in an office. I was really pumped. A few days into the job in my first late night, my boss’s boss calls me into a big meeting with all of the big wigs. They needed my help (imagine!). So, on my way to get six coffees for these guys (in the pouring rain) I got my first lesson in what it means to “add value” and where I fit in the food chain. Whatever your first job and wherever you fit into your company, take aim at some of the best companies to work for.
- SAS – Number 1 on the list two years in a row (their 14th year on the list) . The career page provides a brief overview of the company followed with a worldwide career search function by region. Clicking through your region will lead to country and then a choice of Professional Opportunities and Student Opportunities. There are links on the left hand side of the page (once you get to your country) for How To Apply, Benefits and more. Following on to job search will allow registration or sign-in. A quick search for the US returned 182 job opportunities.
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By admin, on August 13th, 2011 Guest Author: William Frierson is a staff writer for CollegeRecruiter.com.
Website: http://www.collegerecruiter.com/
Your job interview is over and now you are waiting for a response. If you’re not granted a follow up interview, or better yet offered the job, it’s a disappointment. The interview seemed to go well, but obviously something wasn’t quite right. Instead of being clueless about your interview, ask the interviewer for feedback that can make the next one even better.
Asking for feedback after your interview may seem inappropriate, but it is actually not. In a recent article, one career coach says it’s necessary for a job seeker to get this information, especially if he or she is getting the interviews, but not the job. I would also add that asking for feedback after your interview could be beneficial if you have multiple ones scheduled close together. For example, if you have interviews on back-to-back days, you could apply feedback from the first interview to the second interview. Even if the first one goes well, you might learn something that improves the second one.
When getting feedback after your interview, be respectful of the interviewer. Ask questions politely and consider taking notes as a reference for future interviews. This will help you determine if you need to be a stronger candidate for a particular job and/or possess stronger interview skills.
If you don’t receive a job offer after your interview, then find out why. Ask the interviewer for feedback that can make your next opportunity better. After all, your goal is to land a job, not just the interview.
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http://thecareernews.com/newsletter.php?news=2538
By admin, on August 5th, 2011 Guest Author: William Frierson is a staff writer for CollegeRecruiter.com.
Website: http://www.collegerecruiter.com/
Has your internship been a success? If you enjoyed your experience and want to find a more permanent position with that employer, then tell him or her. Even though your internship may be over, your job search is not. That’s why it is important to stay connected to the company after your internship so that when job opportunities come up, you are fresh in mind.
Employers don’t mind hiring their interns. According to one article, in 2010 almost 45% of job offers reported to the National Association of Colleges and Employers were given to those with internships. This shows why job seekers should strongly consider these opportunities.
So, how do you stay connected after your internship? Here are some tips:
Know how the organization hires- Is hiring done based on recruiting or once there is a new vacancy? This information will help you understand when job opportunities are available.
Continue to network- Find out the best way to communicate with your employer to stay informed on the latest news.
Volunteer- If there are no job opportunities available at the moment, offer your services to the company when extra help is needed.
While your internship may have been a success, it will only take you so far in your job search. Tell your employer about your interest in remaining with the company. Even if no opportunities exist now, staying connected to it will position you as a good candidate later.
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http://www.thecareernews.com/newsletter.php?news=2532
By admin, on July 31st, 2011 Guest Author: CareerAlley
Website: http://CareerAlley.com
 “To those of you who received honors, awards and distinctions, I say well done. And to the C students, I say you too may one day be president of the United States.” – George W. Bush
It happens to most of us. Grade school, High School and College. We spend 4 years (except for those on the “5 year plan”) learning (and partying) and then the “big day” is here – Graduation! And then, as if overnight, we are faced with the hard, ugly facts of life (therefore the ugly bird picture today) – we now have to find a job. Those days of living off of our parents’ dime are over. We need to fend for ourselves. There is a word for that – UGH. Okay, not to worry. This is the beginning of an adventure. Hold on, because here we go.
- The 20 Essential TED Talks for New Grads – This is the perfect article for the new college grad. A bunch of great links. From links about what motivates you to work hard to links about what you want to do with your life, these links are definitely worth a review. While you are on the page, take a look at the related links on the left hand side of the page. Also take a look at the frequently asked questions on the right hand side of the page.
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