Brrr.... Winter is here! And so are the holidays! It's a wonderful time of year!
Being unemployed makes this season that much tougher. Not only is money tight, but a lot of businesses will give you the - well, that person is out for the holidays so we'll decide early next year excuse.
Instead, you can keep your skills fresh and make some money at the same time. Here's how to survive doing freelance or contract work.
Alternatively,
so many places are hiring for the holidays that it's a great time to
get a seasonal job. I was just at the mall today and saw signs in just
about every store.
While retail may not be your favorite cup of tea, here's how to extend that job beyond the holidays.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Wed, 12/4 - Plymouth
NH (details here)
M - F through 11/27 - Bow (Exel event)
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Monday, November 25, 2013
Monday, November 18, 2013
Draft Tips #23 - 14 things to look for, impress the robots, and what if it was Bizzaro world?
This weekend, I had the chance to attend a UMass football game at
Gillette with my son. It was great weather for a game and always great
to be in that type of surrounding.
When you go to a game like that, ever notice certain things? Like how robotic the ticket takers or concessions can be? Or ever wish they understood how standing in line or being herded like cattle can be aggravating?
That like job hunting. With technology, it seems like you are trying to impress robots instead of an actual human being. Well, to get that robot to notice you, use these tips.
During the interview and job hunt process, take time to notice these things. These are not normally things that people see, but can tell a lot about where you are trying to get a job.
What if the world was turned upside down, and recruiters had to go through what candidates go through? Here's a tongue-in-cheek-but-not-so-funny look at the process.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Thurs, 11/21 - Quincy
NH (details here)
Mon, 11/18 - Nashua (Technical Needs event)
Mon, 11/18 - Derry
Thurs, 11/21 - Concord (Leddy Group event)
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
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When you go to a game like that, ever notice certain things? Like how robotic the ticket takers or concessions can be? Or ever wish they understood how standing in line or being herded like cattle can be aggravating?
That like job hunting. With technology, it seems like you are trying to impress robots instead of an actual human being. Well, to get that robot to notice you, use these tips.
During the interview and job hunt process, take time to notice these things. These are not normally things that people see, but can tell a lot about where you are trying to get a job.
What if the world was turned upside down, and recruiters had to go through what candidates go through? Here's a tongue-in-cheek-but-not-so-funny look at the process.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Thurs, 11/21 - Quincy
NH (details here)
Mon, 11/18 - Nashua (Technical Needs event)
Mon, 11/18 - Derry
Thurs, 11/21 - Concord (Leddy Group event)
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
And...will you pass this email on to a friend who is also in transition? They may benefit from this information as well.
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Monday, November 11, 2013
Draft Tips #22 - What are your best tips?
Sometimes, you just need a change.
Like trying a new restaurant, or a new outfit to wear. Or, for me, this weekend was doing these new workout DVDs with my girlfriend.
It was a different type of exercise than what we've done in the past, but it was still difficult nonetheless. As I'm typing this, my legs are really sore.
Speaking of change, this week, I'd like to hear from you. Post comments below on your best tips on:
Interviewing
Networking / job hunting
Resume writing
Salary negotiating
Even if you're still looking for a job, there certainly are things you've done well in the job hunt process. Let's share and help each other!
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Tues, 11/12 - Haverhill
Wed, 11/13 - Leominster
Fri, 11/15 - Auburn
NH (details here)
Thurs, 11/14 - Manchester (FedEx event)
Fri, 11/15 - Conway (Renovation Services event)
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
And...will you pass this email on to a friend who is also in transition? They may benefit from this information as well.
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Like trying a new restaurant, or a new outfit to wear. Or, for me, this weekend was doing these new workout DVDs with my girlfriend.
It was a different type of exercise than what we've done in the past, but it was still difficult nonetheless. As I'm typing this, my legs are really sore.
Speaking of change, this week, I'd like to hear from you. Post comments below on your best tips on:
Interviewing
Networking / job hunting
Resume writing
Salary negotiating
Even if you're still looking for a job, there certainly are things you've done well in the job hunt process. Let's share and help each other!
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Tues, 11/12 - Haverhill
Wed, 11/13 - Leominster
Fri, 11/15 - Auburn
NH (details here)
Thurs, 11/14 - Manchester (FedEx event)
Fri, 11/15 - Conway (Renovation Services event)
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
And...will you pass this email on to a friend who is also in transition? They may benefit from this information as well.
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Monday, November 4, 2013
Draft Tips #21 - The most important 6 seconds, 5 signs, and Moneyball
This weekend was great! The Red Sox won the World Series and had a great
parade on a great day. But if you're like me, it's a little sad to
think that baseball is over.
But that doesn't mean some of the principles of baseball don't apply to job seeking. Baseball is about probabilities, and sometimes so too is the job seeking process. Here's what interviewers look for?
When your resume is seen by a human being, what does that person look at? Here's the answer.
Regardless, sometimes working for a bad employer is worse than not working at all. Watch out for these 5 signs.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Thurs, 11/7 - Lowell
NH (details here)
Mon, 11/4 - Manchester (Diamond Staffing event)
Wed, 11/6 - Berlin (Gorham Paper event)
Thurs, 11/7 - Rochester
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
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But that doesn't mean some of the principles of baseball don't apply to job seeking. Baseball is about probabilities, and sometimes so too is the job seeking process. Here's what interviewers look for?
When your resume is seen by a human being, what does that person look at? Here's the answer.
Regardless, sometimes working for a bad employer is worse than not working at all. Watch out for these 5 signs.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Thurs, 11/7 - Lowell
NH (details here)
Mon, 11/4 - Manchester (Diamond Staffing event)
Wed, 11/6 - Berlin (Gorham Paper event)
Thurs, 11/7 - Rochester
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
And...will you pass this email on to a friend who is also in transition? They may benefit from this information as well.
Share the archive of weekly emails with them. The link is here.
Monday, October 28, 2013
Draft Tips #20 - Don't follow these rules, ace your interview, and ask these questions
Sometimes, you need to go to the basics while recognizing that times have changed.
Like playing fundamental baseball - the Sox are killing themselves with errors in this World Series...but I digress...
Going back to the basics is good, but make sure you also keep up with the times. Here are 7 "basic rules" that should be broken.
Once you have the interview, don't forget these basics. Professionalism and common courtesy never go out of style.
In the interview, as in sales, one way you earn credibility and trust is by asking great questions. How often do you ask these?
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Wed, 10/30 - Middleborough
Fri, 11/1 - Boston
NH (details here)
Mon, 10/28 - Nashua
Wed, 10/30 - Somersworth (Leddy Group event)
Thurs, 10/31 - Manchester (FedEx event)
Thurs, 10/31 - Manchester (Microtech Staffing event)
Thurs, 10/31 - Littleton
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
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Like playing fundamental baseball - the Sox are killing themselves with errors in this World Series...but I digress...
Going back to the basics is good, but make sure you also keep up with the times. Here are 7 "basic rules" that should be broken.
Once you have the interview, don't forget these basics. Professionalism and common courtesy never go out of style.
In the interview, as in sales, one way you earn credibility and trust is by asking great questions. How often do you ask these?
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Wed, 10/30 - Middleborough
Fri, 11/1 - Boston
NH (details here)
Mon, 10/28 - Nashua
Wed, 10/30 - Somersworth (Leddy Group event)
Thurs, 10/31 - Manchester (FedEx event)
Thurs, 10/31 - Manchester (Microtech Staffing event)
Thurs, 10/31 - Littleton
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
And...will you pass this email on to a friend who is also in transition? They may benefit from this information as well.
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Monday, October 21, 2013
Draft Tips #19 - Don't find a job, make a job
Back in 2004, I was working in a large regional bank handling small to mid-sized businesses and their loan requests. I had my own little office, and a nice title and salary.
But I was miserable.
Sick of the big bank, I left for a small bank doing the same thing.
Well, 6 months later, the large bank I left announced that they were buying the small bank.
We all had to re-interview for our jobs, and while there were nice people, I wasn't interested in going back.
So, I went to another institution which was really the first professional taste of what I now.
Well, that didn't work out either. That organization changed their mind in what they wanted to do.
Back out on the street I went, and that's when I decided to start my own practice. It's been hard, and a lot of blood, sweat and tears. And I struggle with motivation and discipline all of the time.
But I wouldn't trade it for anything.
So, as you are looking for that next great opportunity, consider making your next great opportunity.
Here's some tips on how to start with less than $100.
And there's lots of websites out there letting people freelance as a way to start their own company. This article talks about this new economy.
Can you actually make a living doing odd jobs? Yes you can. This article highlights someone who does.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Mon, 10/21 - Boston (National Career Fairs event)
Wed, 10/30 - Middleborough
NH (details here)
Mon, 10/21 - Manchester (Adecco event)
Wed, 10/23 - Portsmouth (VPNE Parking event)
Wed, 10/23 - Portsmouth (Leddy Group event)
Wed, 10/23 - Concord
Wed, 10/23 - Conway
Thurs, 10/24 - Nashua (Shaws event)
Thurs, 10/24 - Somersworth (CoWorx event)
Fri, 10/25 - Milford (Shaws event)
Fri, 10/25 - Portsmouth (Hurley Machining event)
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
And...will you pass this email on to a friend who is also in transition? They may benefit from this information as well.
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But I was miserable.
Sick of the big bank, I left for a small bank doing the same thing.
Well, 6 months later, the large bank I left announced that they were buying the small bank.
We all had to re-interview for our jobs, and while there were nice people, I wasn't interested in going back.
So, I went to another institution which was really the first professional taste of what I now.
Well, that didn't work out either. That organization changed their mind in what they wanted to do.
Back out on the street I went, and that's when I decided to start my own practice. It's been hard, and a lot of blood, sweat and tears. And I struggle with motivation and discipline all of the time.
But I wouldn't trade it for anything.
So, as you are looking for that next great opportunity, consider making your next great opportunity.
Here's some tips on how to start with less than $100.
And there's lots of websites out there letting people freelance as a way to start their own company. This article talks about this new economy.
Can you actually make a living doing odd jobs? Yes you can. This article highlights someone who does.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Mon, 10/21 - Boston (National Career Fairs event)
Wed, 10/30 - Middleborough
NH (details here)
Mon, 10/21 - Manchester (Adecco event)
Wed, 10/23 - Portsmouth (VPNE Parking event)
Wed, 10/23 - Portsmouth (Leddy Group event)
Wed, 10/23 - Concord
Wed, 10/23 - Conway
Thurs, 10/24 - Nashua (Shaws event)
Thurs, 10/24 - Somersworth (CoWorx event)
Fri, 10/25 - Milford (Shaws event)
Fri, 10/25 - Portsmouth (Hurley Machining event)
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
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Monday, October 14, 2013
Draft Tips #18 - 5, 5, 10 and 16
It's not a strange number sequence. Nor is it a new football play.
It is a great time of year to be job hunting before everyone really starts to get busy with the holidays.
Sharpen those skills and polish that resume. Make the most of your opportunities with these tips!
Are you stuck in a rut? The process can be really tedious. Here's how to break out.
Once you get that interview, here are the 5 do's and don'ts.
Or, use these 10 tips for making or breaking the interview.
When all else fails, go back to the fundamentals and re-study the classics. Here's 16 back-to-basics tips for that successful interview.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Mon, 10/21 - Boston (National Career Fairs event)
Wed, 10/30 - Middleborough
NH (details here)
Tues, 10/15 - Nashua
Thurs, 10/17 - Manchester (FedEx)
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
And...will you pass this email on to a friend who is also in transition? They may benefit from this information as well.
Share the archive of weekly emails with them. The link is here.
It is a great time of year to be job hunting before everyone really starts to get busy with the holidays.
Sharpen those skills and polish that resume. Make the most of your opportunities with these tips!
Are you stuck in a rut? The process can be really tedious. Here's how to break out.
Once you get that interview, here are the 5 do's and don'ts.
Or, use these 10 tips for making or breaking the interview.
When all else fails, go back to the fundamentals and re-study the classics. Here's 16 back-to-basics tips for that successful interview.
Upcoming Job Fairs!
Mass (details here)
Mon, 10/21 - Boston (National Career Fairs event)
Wed, 10/30 - Middleborough
NH (details here)
Tues, 10/15 - Nashua
Thurs, 10/17 - Manchester (FedEx)
Have a great week! Let me know how else I can be of assistance.
And...will you pass this email on to a friend who is also in transition? They may benefit from this information as well.
Share the archive of weekly emails with them. The link is here.
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