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Beat the 10 second rule - by Warren Simons

Beat the '10-Second Rule' By Warren Simons Want to dramatically improve your resume's response rate, while also creating a document you can quickly and easily customize to apply for new openings? Focus on two key sections: the Headline and the Summary of Qualifications. Located just below your Contact Information, these areas occupy a resume's most valuable real estate for a reason: Used correctly, they introduce your name with a tremendous air of professionalism. Unfortunately, many candidates still continue to utilize a bland Objective instead of the much stronger, more vigorous Headline. Read the rest here ... http://career-resources.dice.com/technical-resume/create_a_resume_that_beats_the_10_second_rule.shtml

100 Most Influential Headhunters according to Business Week.

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The 100 Most Influential Headhunters according to Business Week. http://images.businessweek.com/ss/08/02/0204_headhunters/index_01.htm

8 Ways to Keep Your Career Moving

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We all know how stressful and downright scary it can be to be looking for work if you have been or will soon be let-go. This week I wanted to touch on what to do if/when you are out of work. According to leading experts, you should "Take this time to be pro-active in developing your strategies and skills." If you're LOOKING for a job, this is a time when self-confidence and good orderly direction are more important than ever. Be sure to spend a few minutes of true introspection to uncover as much about yourself and your best assets as possible. Although this is sometimes easier said than done, it is important to keep it in perspective. Here are some thoughts on ways to keep your job search, along with your personal development, on track. http://career-resources.dice.com/technical-resume/eight-things-to-do-while-you-are-laid-off.shtml We have a couple fantastic positions that have opened up within the past week, namely a Senior Software Engineer, a Sharepoint User Adm...

12 tips to get your resume noticed....

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12 tips to get your resume noticed Summary: * Print out job postings from employeers you like. * Focus your resume to that job posting by reflecting the keywords and phrases in your updated and focused resume. * Post the focused resume for the job posting. * (The author suggests a focused cover letter, but I have not found that cover letters have any effect in 16 years) * Use your professional network to find a personal connection inside that company (You do have a professional network, right) * Follow up with phone call  * Ask "what is the best way to keep in touch" Read the whole article here