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Video Recap of Last Week’s T.A.P. Questions

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 26, 2010 at 8:46 pm
To read each question and see exactly what our career experts had to say on Twitter, follow the links below: T.A.P. Q#474 – Best Practice for Submitting a Two Week Notice? T.A.P. ... (more)

Defining the “Renaissance Personality”

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 26, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Ilona Vanderwoude - Do you wish you would figure out your true passion in life once and for all? - Do you find yourself hoping to live for a few ... (more)

Should I Offer to Work for Free?

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 25, 2010 at 1:00 am
JT & Dale Talk Jobs’ is the largest nationally syndicated career advice column in the country and can be found at JTandDale.com. Dear J.T. & Dale: There’s ... (more)

Avoid Being Caught Up in Layoffs

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 24, 2010 at 1:00 am
JT & Dale Talk Jobs’ is the largest nationally syndicated career advice column in the country and can be found at JTandDale.com. J.T.: Occasionally we like to invite ... (more)

The Death of the Verb, Rise of the Noun

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 23, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Joshua Waldman You and I have both heard the typical line from career counselors, “Use power verbs in your resume.” Right? They’ve even ... (more)

T.A.P. Q#476 – I Spelled the Hiring Manager’s Name Wrong!

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 22, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Dear Experts, When I was confirming an interview with the hiring manager via email, I realized (after sending it) I misspelled her name! Should I send her another email apologizing ... (more)

CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert Program

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 22, 2010 at 12:14 pm
Free website – Wix.com Technorati Tags: career advice, career expert, expert program, job search advice No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another ... (more)

3 Concepts of Job-Search-Marketing Made Simple

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 22, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Rob Taub Job-search-marketing is a lot of work, but is doesn’t have to be complicated. Comprehensive, yes; complicated, no, yet so many people ... (more)

T.A.P. Q#475 – Interview Question: What’s Your 30, 60, 90 Day Plan?

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 21, 2010 at 1:42 pm
Dear Experts, I follow you on Twitter, receive your email updates, and visit your web site regularly. You have great practical advice and information. Thank you! It has helped ... (more)

Some Friendly Reminders for the Frustrated Job Seeker

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 21, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Rita Ogbeama Are you frustrated with your job search? If so, you are not alone. There is nothing more frustrating than looking for opportunities ... (more)

T.A.P. Q#474 – Best Practice for Submitting a Two Week Notice?

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 20, 2010 at 1:31 pm
Dear Experts, I was wondering when is the best time to submit a two week notice? Unfortunately, my job did not follow through on their promise to hire me full-time with benefits ... (more)

What Can YOU Learn From Leonardo DaVinci’s Resume?

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 20, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Sean Harry Leonardo DaVinci was the ORIGINAL Renaissance Man. Below is a copy of a letter Leonardo sent over 600 years ago to the House of Sforza. ... (more)

5 Reasons Why Nobody Should Job Search Alone

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 19, 2010 at 11:21 am
When we started this free advice site a year ago, our goal was to create the ultimate on-line job search and career development self-help guide. Today, we have over 40,000 readers ... (more)

The Art of Biting One’s Tongue (Interview Strategies)

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 19, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Teena Rose It’s not about quantity, it’s about quality. If you keep your answers short, and bite that “flapper of a tongue,” you may actually ... (more)

Now the Rumors Are Circulating

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 18, 2010 at 1:00 am
JT & Dale Talk Jobs’ is the largest nationally syndicated career advice column in the country and can be found at JTandDale.com. Dear J.T. & Dale: Last year I ... (more)

I Have Resume Gaps Due to Medical Issues

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 17, 2010 at 1:00 am
JT & Dale Talk Jobs’ is the largest nationally syndicated career advice column in the country and can be found at JTandDale.com. Dear J.T. & Dale: I’d like ... (more)

Under Pressure: Who’s Most Stressed in Job Search & How You Can Be A Career Hero

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 15, 2010 at 11:13 pm
By CAREEREALISM founder, J.T. O’Donnell Today, April 16th, is Stress Awareness Day. It’s actually part of National Stress Awareness Month, aimed at getting Americans ... (more)

T.A.P. Q#473 – Should I Keep My Dreadful Job or Take Chances on Market?

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 15, 2010 at 1:04 pm
Dear Experts, I was downsized from my job doing phone sales about a month ago and have been on the hunt for a new one in any field, but sales. For three weeks I scoured every job ... (more)

6 Easy Ways to Take Charge of Your Career

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 15, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Patricia Erickson If you haven’t been on the career fast track, chances are you really haven’t thought much about career management. Career ... (more)

T.A.P. Q#472 – What’s the Value of a Post-Graduate Certificate?

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 14, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Dear Experts, Could you provide insight on the value of a post-graduate certificate. Does it offer any benefits in the job market? For example, my field is in international development ... (more)

The Danger of First-Draft Living

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 14, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Tiffany Monhollon This weekend, in a bout of spring cleaning, I attacked the living room with a wild abandon, taking bric-a-brac and hastily displayed ... (more)

T.A.P. Q#471 – Seasoned Professional & Still Uncertain What to Be When I “Grow Up”

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 13, 2010 at 12:58 pm
Dear Experts, I have been a manager in the publishing industry for 20 years, and another 15 years in the printing industry. I absolutely hate the printing industry and the publishing ... (more)

6 Ways Volunteering Can Boost Your Career

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 13, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Tai Goodwin Income…$0. Value…Priceless. It’s always a good thing to give back. Whether it is doing hands on service with a group like Habitat ... (more)

Top 10 Creative Job Search Secrets

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 12, 2010 at 1:00 am
By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Jessica Miller-Merrell Leveraging your network is extremely important in your job search. Collaboration is no different. It’s essential in ... (more)

Cover Letters: A Waste of Time?

From CAREEREALISM: Because EVERY Job is Temporary
April 10, 2010 at 1:00 am
Dear J.T. & Dale: I’ve heard writing a strong, customized cover letter is the key to getting your resume noticed. Having devoted a lot of time to writing letters and ... (more)