Tuesday, January 20th, 2009
Once you’ve made the big transition through job searching and landed the job, the next goal is job success. There are specific skills you need to know and use to be successful at your job. It’s important to practice these skills prior to starting the job. This isn’t a complete list but will point you
Monday, January 19th, 2009
Everyone who sends out a CV has to send out a cover letter even if it’s not mentioned in the job advertisement. It’s expected that you will write and send a cover letter to accompany your CV....
Sunday, January 18th, 2009
“Only a piece of paper” is what some people say about a CV, but your CV is the single most important document you will ever be involved with in getting all jobs in your life. This piece...
Saturday, January 17th, 2009
A cover letter containing a typo may cost you a chance of an interview. As it is important to send out a CV with a cover letter, having an effective cover letter will add to your chance...
Friday, January 16th, 2009
Below is a list of 60 interview questions for a graduate/job seeker, you will absolutely be ready for any job interview if you know the right answers to these questions: How would you describe yourself? What specific...
Wednesday, January 14th, 2009
Explore 25 do’s and don’ts of dealing with a bad boss. When you are dealing with a bad boss, work is unbearable. Stress creeps in and productivity declines. Knowing the ways of dealing with a bad boss...
Monday, January 12th, 2009
You’ve sailed through the interview and you breathe a huge sigh of relief. And then comes the killer bite, “Do you have any questions?” This could make all the difference between being a job seeker and a...
Sunday, January 11th, 2009
Explore this 30 Job-Seeker’s Glossary (A-D) of Key Job-Hunting, Career, and Employment Terms. Quintessential’s glossary of job, career, and employment terms is designed to give job-seekers a quick definition — and then provide links where you...
Saturday, January 10th, 2009
Writing a CV not only demands time but also unwavering attention to detail. You have to think back for dates of education and jobs; you need to work out what you should say, and then write, revise...
Friday, January 9th, 2009
The daily reality of being a boss is hard work, thankless even. So why make life harder for the both of you. Heres a light-hearted look at some of the things you should avoid saying, unless you’re...