Being aware of advertised openings is always important to your successful job search, but often, the real power lies in the hidden job market – those opportunities that are not publicly advertised or promoted. Employers typically opt to keep such vacancies discreet because it’s more cost effective, the positions are of a sensitive nature, or [...]
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If Fresno County is home, or you would like it to be where you grow your career and lifestyle starting in 2024, which professional opportunities and growth trends should you be aware of as you seek out your next employer? Job openings are up in a variety of areas, from roles requiring a doctoral or [...]
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The number of jobs in the United States for the current ten-year period, through 2031, has been projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to grow by 8.3 million. Growth across industries will vary, of course – and along with more traditional roles like nurse practitioners, theater workers, and athletes, there are some unique roles [...]
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Business and careers revolve around people. Even if you’re not in a direct customer-facing role or industry, you still need to connect with others in order to build your brand and achieve your professional goals. Ask any successful person how they got where they are today, and virtually every one will tell you that their [...]
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With the holiday season approaching, you may be contemplating a temporary job. Or, maybe it has nothing to do with the time of year. You might want to gain additional experience in a particular field or industry, or prefer the smaller time commitment associated with a temporary position. Or, it may be a stepping stone [...]
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Why live in Fresno, California? And, what kind of job opportunities are there if you did decide to make it your hometown? Fresno offers the advantages of big-city living, yet it has retained a small-town feel. Amenities like shopping, an amazing, diverse restaurant scene and world-class hospitals compliment farmers markets and fresh produce all year [...]
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Being unemployed for an extended period can be frustrating, depressing, and frankly, soul-gutting. It can lead you to doubt your abilities, your strengths, and if it’s too prolonged, your self-worth. Even if you’ve experienced a job loss due to factors outside your control, like the economic cutbacks that have been so prevalent in recent years, [...]
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Never underestimate the importance of a telephone interview. It’s much more than just a formality. Be excited and pat yourself on the back, because even getting this far in a potential employer’s hiring process is a victory. It means your resume has passed muster and yes, they’re interested in learning more about you. But, this [...]
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Just how important is your resume? It’s a potential employer’s first impression of you. It marks the difference between getting your foot in the door for an interview and having your chances end right then and there. So, important only begins to describe it. You need a resume that’s compelling, outstanding, flawless and delivers a [...]
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As you launch your job search, your first thought may be that summer isn’t the best time for it. Well, think again. Although it’s true that many people, including hiring managers, take vacations at this time of year, employers’ goals to hire top talent never take a break. In fact, even if you have to [...]
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May 24, 2024
