Demonstrating how you stand apart from the competition is key to landing your next job – and it all starts with the right resume. Your resume is the door opener to the next step on your job search: landing an interview and ensuring your spot as a top contender for the position on the table. [...]
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Connections and networking have always been key elements of successful job hunt strategies. In today’s increasingly competitive market, maintaining a profile on the social/business site LinkedIn should be a key element in your successful career path plan.LinkedIn is not just another Facebook – so don’t confuse the two. Think of LinkedIn as Facebook’s more professional [...]
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The economic hub of the San Joaquin Valley, the Fresno metropolitan area is home to more than one million people. Its leading employers encompass a variety of industries and predominant among them are agriculture, manufacturing and health care.Here’s a snapshot:Talking Turkey – And Then Some One of Fresno’s employment success stories is Foster Farms, whose [...]
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If you are not happy with your current job, you are not alone. The Society for Human Resource Management reports that only 38 percent of United States employees are "Very Satisfied" with their current job. The recent recession has encouraged individuals to remain in unsatisfactory positions for fear of an even worse situation. However, economic [...]
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Searching for a new job can be a stressful, demanding and sometimes disappointing process. Even though there’s usually a light at the end of the tunnel i.e. the hope that you’ll land a great interview, the experience itself is emotionally draining and often discouraging.But it certainly doesn’t have to be. By taking measures to refresh [...]
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It’s rare to meet a person who actually likes going on job interviews.For most of us, it’s an anxiety-filled, stressful process that requires a lot of preparation. It’s difficult to be charming, friendly, knowledgeable and confident all at once. Add to the mix that you’re also meeting a new person for the first time and [...]
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Fresno is a medium-sized city in Central California. With a population of just over 500,000 people, Fresno is the fifth largest city in California (and the largest inland city in the state). It’s known as the financial, industrial, trade, and commercial capital of the Central San Joaquin Valley.Fresno is located approximately 200 miles north of [...]
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Modesto, California is a mid-sized city located in Stanislaus County. With a population of just over 200,000, Modesto is known for its proximity to rich farmland and a large agricultural industry.In terms of geography, Modesto is approximately 90 miles north of Fresno and 92 miles east of San Francisco. Many local residents find work in [...]
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There’s a highly important step to the interview process that 3 out of 4 job seekers routinely forget: the follow-up email.Within 24 hours after your interview, it’s essential to email the individual who interviewed you to increase your chances of staying top of mind and relevant in the company’s job search. A short, polite and [...]
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A recent article in Forbes Magazine reported that it takes approximately 7 seconds for someone to develop a first impression. For job seekers, this means that prospective employers are making assessments about you based on your appearance, body language and behavior as soon as you walk through the door.Here are the top 5 ways to [...]
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October 29, 2013
