Things you should know when seeking a new job

Searching for a job requires you to do a lot of things the right way, avoiding missteps that can doom your efforts despite your strong qualifications and experience.

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Finding a new job while still working

wuha wuha - 22 months ago

 

  • Use your common sense
  • Resist the urge to brag
  • Don`t leave things lying about
  • Leave diplomatically

 

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Tiptoeing Through the Minefield

wuha wuha - 22 months ago

Landmine #1: Oops, I did it again! Ready, fire, THEN aim that email

Landmine #2: Having potential employers call you at your current workplace

Landmine #3: Using your current company’s intranet or internet access for job seeking and interviewing

Landmine #4: Don’t slack off at your current job

Landmine #5: Attending a job or career fair that includes a booth for your current company

Landmine #6: Listing your current boss or coworkers as references while conducting a stealth job seeking campaign

via ezinearticles

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10 mistakes to avoid when seeking a new job

wuha wuha - 22 months ago

#1: Relying on human resources office

#2: Using an unprofessional e-mail address

#3: Having an unprofessional telephone greeting

#4: Overlooking misspellings in your cover letter

#5: Failing to write a post-interview thank you letter

#6: Dressing inappropriately for the interview

#7: Omitting accomplishments from your resume

#8: Arriving late for an interview without letting someone know

#9: Bad-mouthing a former employer

#10: Failing to leverage existing contacts

via techrepublic