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Barbara Safani - ArticlesBarbara Safani, owner of Career Solvers, has over twelve years of experience in career management, recruiting, executive coaching, and organizational development. Ms. Safani partners with both Fortune 100 companies and individuals to deliver targeted programs focusing on résumé development, job search strategies, networking, interviewing, and salary negotiation skills. She is a triple-certified resume writer, contributor to numerous career-related publications, and co-creator of the resume writer certification exam for an internationally recognized career professionals’ organization.
Create an Authentic and Ethical Resume to Win the JobA resume is a marketing tool and I encourage job seekers to position their accomplishments in the best possible light. However, it is critical that all information reported on the document is accurate and something you can back up with facts if questioned. Here are some of the ways I see job candidates crossing the line of ethical resume writing practices and some suggestions for creating a more authentic presentation of your qualifications. What Have You Done for Your Network Lately?Savvy professionals continuously manage their careers by creating visibility in their professional communities and creating authentic relationships with people who could be in a position to help them if they ever find themselves in a job search. Develop a networking strategy where you give more than you get and see how quickly people start giving back to you in the form of advice, leads, and general job search tips. Managing Your Career in a Difficult EconomyThe sobering developments at Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch, Washington Mutual, Wachovia, AIG, and UBS have served as a catalyst for many to examine their current work situations and future career management strategies. Here's some food for thought as we navigate through these difficult times. Creating Compelling Interview StoriesDuring a job search, several tools and strategies can be used to weave together a compelling story of your value to an employer. Resumes, interviews, and networking meetings should be rich with memorable information about you and the problems you have solved for organizations. Your story should be so good that the interviewer can't wait to repeat it to the next person in the hiring chain. Four Methods of Job SearchThere are four core methods of job search and I encourage job seekers to use all of them. When you are in search, looking for a job is your full-time job and you should plan to dedicate 35-40 hours per week to your search or a percentage of that it you are searching while employed. Here's a quick rundown of the four methods of search. Ten Tips for Optimizing LinkedinAre you using LinkedIn as a career management tool?. Here are ten tips for building a strong profile and creating genuine relationships online. How to Discuss a Past Downsizing During an InterviewExplaining that you were let go by a previous employer can be a difficult conversation during an interview. Here are some tips that can help you better prepare for this conversation. Keeping your Network Alive After you Land a New PositionAfter you find a new position, the relationships you developed during your search may continue to be important to your career. Here are a few suggestions for maintaining a viable network once you conclude your job search. Ten Tips for Mastering the Phone InterviewPhone interviews are becoming more and more common as companies gain greater access to candidates and as more recruiters and hiring managers work from virtual office locations. Below are some tips for getting the most out of your phone interviews. Four Ways to Step Up your Search During the Holiday SeasonDecember can be a great time to step up your job search campaign because so many applicants believe that there is no hiring activity during this time. When people drop out of the job market during the holiday season, there's an opportunity for you to accelerate your search in a climate with decreased competition.
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