Whether you're moving from one job to another or unemployed and looking for work, there are steps you can take to make sure you get the best possible salary offer.
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Each year, thousands of entrepreneurial minds pour their money and/or sweat equity into a product, service or even just an idea, only to see it fail. So now what?
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You straighten your tie and check your teeth for lettuce before the big interview with your potential boss, but there's another interview you should be prepared for -- that with the company's receptionist.
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About a month ago, we published an article on FINS.com called The Ten Worst Things to Put on Your Resume. Among the 200 or so comments it generated, about a quarter of them debated which was the right format that job applicants should use when submitting resumes.
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If your resume and cover letter seem to be lost in the black hole of job applications, you're not alone. We gathered a few suggestions from staffing agents and career coaches on following up with non-responsive recruiters.
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Job candidates who seem perfect for a position can ruin their chances by saying something senseless in an interview. Here's what not to say.
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According to a 2010 Accountemps survey, 28% of executives say the resume is where most job seekers make mistakes in the application process. But what exactly constitutes a mistake?
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One of your first moves when considering a job change should be to review your professional network for people who can serve as references. Prospective employers are likely to ask you for three or four people who can endorse you as a professional.
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When you go on a job interview, failing to impress the hiring manager with your eloquence may be the least of your worries. There are some things you might do that go way beyond flubbing a tough question.
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Getting it right in an interview for a developer job takes more than just plain smarts. Emphasize your ability to innovate and work in a team.
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