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Wednesday, April 27th, 2011
Facebook may sometimes look like a way to simply post some pictures, chit chat with loved ones or tell your friends about your birthday, but on the other hand it can be useful in your professional career. Facebook allows job seekers tap an informal network of friends or friends of friends who can play a vital role in creating success. The collections of friends you have on Facebook are more likely to have your back.
How to take benefit from it?
Modify your avatar In an online search, your avatar is usually the first thing that a potential employer sees on Facebook. So if you are in search of employment, it is significant to have a professional avatar, which can help you get hired. You should get a custom avatar which should include your contact information and it should let people know that you are looking for a job. In addition, your profile must be kept secret; it just should contain the information of your email address and the history and experience of jobs so that recruiters can reach you directly.
Make use of your status
Using you status is a good way to tell your Facebook friends that you are looking for a job. For instance, refer to your own website, which features samples of your work and curriculum resume, or ask them to write you an e-mail if they are be acquainted with any of a good lead. Be specific when you tell your friends about what type of job or company you’re after. It will make it easier for them to help you out. We suggest that during your job search use your status to update your friends on how it goes. Do not flood friends with all the little details; try to make every status conversational and optimistic.
“Keep it real” but never get yourself appear like a saddest and most hopeless person alive.
Take out an ad of Facebook
When you complete you degree and graduated from university, you wish to get hired for a job, so at that time you can take out an advertisement on Facebook to target the desired companies. The advertisement is seen to the Facebook users. Once you click on the advertisement, users can refer your personal website that contains your curriculum resume/CV. After that each company will be able to inform that your resume is passed on to their Human Resources department and or wish to meet you. Facebook is the fastest and easily useable platform which contains a number of job opportunities for everyone like you.
Companies where you desire to work:
Since most companies have a presence on Facebook these days, by clicking on the “like” button on the fan page of any company will be the signal that you are interested in doing a job there. In addition, it is a simple way to learn about the latest news and happenings in the company, It can be helpful with interview. Also remember some companies also place their available jobs on their page.
Always Keep it genuine
As we all know that Facebook is a less formal network, people expect to see a more relaxed part of your personality so there is no need to bestow a professional tone. Try to present a casual as well as professional and responsible personality. It will give a great effect.
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2011
Congratulations, you did it! You are done with collage and now degree holder so you are finally ready to make your mark. You are now in the real world and it is time to start your professional career. If you’re in the middle of this crossroad, it can be exciting, scary, overwhelming, confusing or all of the above mentioned. Here are some steps to make a successful transition from college life to real World.
Step 1: Identify your way:
After achieving 4, 5 or 6 years bachelors or masters degree, you are quite sure what you want to do, right? If not, now is the time to determine what your strengths are and identify what sort of careers that is best for you. Are you someone who enjoys being around people? Or are you happier numbers of calculations or computer programs to create? Think of all your weaknesses, strengths, interests, and dislikes when thinking about your career plans. Read about fields that seems interesting to you and talk to others who do work in that field that you find interesting. Focus more on fields that match your interests and talents.
Step 2: Do research on the companies that interest you:
It is essential to learn as much as possible about the companies that interest you and consider all options. You must have an open mind on opportunities in businesses and industries that you would not have thought of before. Once you’ve identified the companies you want to target, look at their Web sites, read news articles and talk to current employees to learn as much as you can. Remember you must also consider the stability of a company, this the company will be there for the long term or not.
Step 3: Create your toolbox:
It is important to have the right tools for any task. The tools needed for job search are a resume/CV, portfolio of your work and a cover letter. Take the time to develop a resume and cover letter to clearly communicate your strengths and experience. Here are some tips to remember:
Think about the type of resume/CV you need. A functional resume/CV that highlights your abilities and capabilities rather than your work history is a good choice for those seeking employment for the first time.
Highlight your results and accomplishments you have achieved, rather than plain descriptions of experiences. Use action verbs in your resume and cover letter describing your experiences, such as “managed”, “insider” and “product”. If you are low on practical work experience, look at your part-time work, school activities or volunteer positions. Assess your entire experience and interpret how it applies to any position you wish to apply.
Step 4: Social Network:
One of the most important errands of any job search is networking. Enjoy all the resources you have, including the office of your school career placement, friends who have finished ahead of you and are already working, and friends of your parents, neighbors and former teachers. Send an e-mail to ask if your contacts know somebody who can help. Spend your resume/CV and ask others to do likewise. Call your contacts to see if they know somebody who works for a company you are interested to join in.
Step 5: Your appearance plays a vital part:
If you want to step in the professional world, you have to look and must act like a professional. Buy a business suit and wear it to all of your job interviews. Make sure your email address and greeting are appropriate. This means that if your user name e-mail is “koolbuddy”, you might have to make a new account. You should also think about being professional at home. Be prepared for a call or a telephone interview any time. The more you play the part of a well mannered and trained professional, the more people see you as a professional.
Step 6: Never Give Up:
The real world can be a challenge. Set realistic expectations and recognize that you are likely to start at the bottom and work your way. You will probably face rejection as you start looking for your full-time job at first, but everyone goes through. Just remember to be persistent, proactive, and we remain convinced that there is a great work out there for you.
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Friday, May 28th, 2010
Has the price hike driven you crazy? And your car’s expenditures have compelled you to think to sell it? Don’t sell your car rather make it a source of income for you! How? The answer may be in front of your eyes but you are ignoring it! Yeah you are right! Automobile advertising!
You see cars driving on roads covered with advertisements — the owners of these cars are actually paid to get these ads wrapped on their cars. The companies that want their ads to get the place on your car pay monthly salary; you are just required to get accepted by such a company.
In order to be eligible to avail such opportunity, you must be a permanent resident of Pakistan, 18-year of age or above, must possess a valid driving license and a controversy-free driving record. In addition to this, if you live in a populous area, it is a plus point for you because that way the advertisement on your car will reach maximum number of audience. But if you live in a less crowded area and travel a lot, even then you can get the opportunity to get companies’ ads on your car.
The companies have a set criterion and they want you to cover a certain distance every month in order to publicise their product and in return, they pay you the salary. You may also be required to attend a large event such as a cricket match, music concert, a cultural festival, etc where thousands of people gather — so that more and more people can get to notice the ad on your car.
Therefore, if you want to turn your car into a money earner for you, contact the advertising agencies in your area/city and get to know the details of the business. If you are lucky enough to own more than one car, utilise all of them in automobile advertising and earn money without doing any regular job or business.
Another important point to consider is that stylish and somewhat different looking cars gain more people’s attention so here you are required to unleash your creativity in order to give a stylish and innovative look to your car — it will enhance your chance to be selected by the advertising agency.
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Friday, August 8th, 2008
Be Early
Make a winning impression by showing you are reliable and organized. Get directions in advance and take a test drive if you are unfamiliar with the area. Also, check out the parking situation or public transportation schedules. Allow enough time for traffic and unexpected delays.
It’s All About You
Review your resume thoroughly, but don’t memorize it word for word. When talking, focus on your skills and accomplishments and how they correlate to the position you want. Hone in on how your experience has prepared you for this job and what you can bring to the table.
Dress to Impress
Follow this simple rule of thumb: “It’s better to be over-dressed than under-dressed.” Even if the work environment is casual, your appearance still must be neat, clean and professional. Unless the interviewer specifically tells you to dress casually, a classic suit is always your best bet. Also, limit your use of jewelry, makeup and cologne or perfume.
The Name Game
Make sure you know the correct name and pronunciation of the interviewer. Listen carefully when the interviewer states his or her name and repeat it back when you say hello. Before you leave, ask for a business card from each person you met. This gives you the necessary information to write thank-you letters.
Hand It Over
A firm handshake is a sign of confidence, but avoid the bone crushing vice grip. Weak and clammy handshakes typically make a bad impression. Don’t forget to look the interviewer directly in the eye when initiating contact.
Body Language
Appear confident by sitting up straight and maintaining good eye contact throughout the interview. Poor posture may translate to low self-esteem. Refrain from fidgeting or chewing gum or candy.
Be Nice
You never know who you’ll meet in the parking lot, elevator or lobby, so be polite to everyone from the receptionist to the CEO. After all, they could have an influence in the hiring process.
Short and Sweet
Avoid long-winded answers. Practice in advance and you will sound more focused and polished.
The Sounds of Silence
While it may be golden, silence can be uncomfortable. However, jumping in with irrelevant comments just to fill up airtime will only make you look nervous. If you are experiencing trouble forming an answer to a question, wait a few seconds before responding. The use of “um, uh, like, well, err …” sounds well, um … stupid. Take your time and think before you speak.
Cold Hard Cash
Although salary is an important factor in your job search, don’t let it be the driving force behind your choice. In interviews, it’s more important to talk about why you’re the right person for the job. Do not bring up salary unless the interviewer asks.
Practice Makes Perfect
Rehearsing is not just for actors. Take time to review what you want to say by asking a friend to play “the interviewer.” By practicing your responses to typical interviewing questions, you will significantly reduce your stress level and improve your chances of making a winning impression on the interviewer.
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Friday, August 8th, 2008
Since you need to connect with the person responsible for the interview, it is helpful to discover as much as you can about that person as well. Is this your prospective boss or someone screening applicants? If possible, discover what the person is interested in and where he or she previously worked or went to college. Gather information that will help you establish an easy rapport.
Your quest for information can seem elusive without the ability to conduct an audit of the company’s financial statements or at least interview employees of the company. With a bit of networking, the latter might be more feasible than you would initially think. Several other resources will help you:
• The company website
• Company statements and brochures
• Newspaper and magazine articles
• Reviews of best and worst companies
• Employees of the company
• Public records
• Information held at local job search agencies
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Friday, August 8th, 2008
The three main ways of making contact are telephone, email, and snail mail. If you call your potential interviewee, it might help to write down what you plan to say ahead of time. If you send something written, be sure to proofread your missive. It is especially important that you do not say or do anything that makes it sound as though you’re trying to get the person to hire you. While that would be nice, it’s not the point of the informational interview.
Telephone calls, emails, and letters basically follow the same structure:
1. Introduce yourself
2. Explain that you’re interested in the field in question, but that you would like to learn more about it through someone like your potential interviewee, who has a lot of experience and wisdom.
3. Give a specific reason you’re interested in talking to the potential interviewee – you’ll show you’re serious and focused when you, for example, tell the head of a public relations firm that you know her organization does a lot of work for environmental groups, and you’re specifically interested in that aspect of PR.
4. Ask if the person has time for a 30-minute meeting during which you could learn more about the interviewees’ work and thoughts about their career.
This whole process of contacting interviewees might make you a little nervous – if you’re new to the working world and low on the totem pole, calling up a business executive can be a little frightening. You may be especially hesitant because you feel like you have nothing to offer in return for that executive’s time. Relax. Most successful members of the working world have an intimate understanding of the networking system. They know that when they were inexperienced, seasoned professionals helped them out. And now that they’re the high-level executives, they’ll talk to you at a business conference or grant you a 30-minute meeting – with the understanding that when you’re a big shot, you’ll take a few minutes out of a busy day to advise a newcomer about your line of work. And, if that answer doesn’t satisfy you, remember that most people love talking about themselves and relish the experience of feeling like an important expert in their field.
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Thursday, July 3rd, 2008
Using the internet to find a local job doesn’t necessarily replace talking to colleagues, reading classified ads, or rewriting your resume. Yet, the great news for employees is that the web can dramatically increase their awareness of job openings. Web can inform you regarding salaries, companies and names of decision makers. The internet is very important for a successful local Job Searches because it exponentially increase your job search activity, number of contacts and ability to contact others.
Local Job Searches are still in demand for finding new job opportunities into the present hidden job market. It could be the fastest and easiest way to land a new job. The benefit you get for local Job Searches is the possibility for you to network your skills and expertise .Getting the names of the managers and recruitment officers from network is the real value of your Job Searches purpose.
Most of the persons you know may not have the information about specific job vacancies but they may have connections and relation to the managers and recruitment officers of the company you want to work. The real purpose of having a network for local job search is to educate and inform the people you know about your Job Searches, the type of work you are qualified, and where you would want to be assigned in case you are hired.
Tips for local Job Searches
- When conducting a local job search, it is important to focus your job search criteria on the specific location where you want to work.
- If you don’t find enough local job listings, broaden your Job Searches to include a radius 10, 15 to 20 miles from the city, to get a greater selection of job postings.
- It’s also a good idea to use sites that focus on a local Job Searches and sites. The job search engines and job portal like www.bayrozgar.com that can help you search fast for local jobs.
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Monday, June 30th, 2008
Healthcare industry is one of the today’s most dynamic and growing fields, with a wide range of opportunities and challenges. The industry is changing in terms of how and where care is delivered, who is providing those services and how that care is financed. Healthcare Industry requires talented people for Healthcare Jobs to manage the changes taking place. The industry consists of following segments. The employee should select the Healthcare Jobs from these segments before applying.
- Hospitals
Hospital Jobs may be on an inpatient (overnight) or outpatient basis. The mix of workers in Hospital needed varies, depending on the size, geographical location, goals, philosophy, funding, organization, and management style of the institution. Hospitals work to improve efficiency, care continues to shift from an inpatient (overnight) to outpatient basis whenever possible. Many Hospitals have expanded into long –term and home Healthcare Jobs, providing a wide range of care for the communities they serve.
- Nursing and residential care facilities
Nursing care facilities provide inpatient nursing and health-related personal care to those who need continuous nursing care, but do not require hospital services.
- Offices of physicians
About 37 percent of all Healthcare Jobs fall into this industry segment. Surgeons and physicians practice privately or in groups of practitioners who have the same or different specialties.
- Dentist Jobs
About 1 out of every 5 Healthcare jobs is a dentist’s Job.
- Home Healthcare Services
Skilled nursing or medical care is sometimes provided to the patient in home, under a physician’s supervision.
- Laboratories
Medical and diagnostic laboratories provide the fewest number of Healthcare Jobs. Workers may take x rays, analyze blood and computerized tomography scans, or perform other clinical tests.
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Friday, June 27th, 2008
Job Search can take months of time and effort. An employee can speed up the process by using many methods to find job openings. Researches find that people who use many job search methods find jobs faster than a people who use only one or two. Here are some methods are described to find a job.
School and college career placement offices. School and college placement offices help their students to find jobs. Some invite recruiters to use their facilities for interviews and career fairs. Most offer career counseling, career testing and Job Search advice.
Employers. Directly contacting employers is one of the most successful means of Job Search. Through internet research and library, develop a list of potential employers in your desired career field and then call these employers and check their web sites for job openings.
Classified ads. The “Help Wanted” ads in daily newspapers and the internet list numerous jobs, and many people find work by responding to these ads. You should keep a record of all ads to which you have responded, including the specific skills, educational background, and personal qualifications required for the position.
Professional associates. Many professions have associations that offer employment information, including career planning, educational programs, job placement and job listings. Job Search information can be obtained directly from an association through the internet, by mail or by telephone.
Community agencies. Many non profit organizations, including vocational rehabilitation agencies, and religious institutions, offer counseling, career development, and job placement services, generally targeted to a particular group, such as women, youth, minorities, ex-offenders, or older workers.
Internet Job Search. Using the internet in Job Search is not necessarily easy. It crosses a variety of information resources and services. It includes many job hunting websites with job listening. To find good prospects; begin with an internet Job Search using keywords related to the job you want. Use forums specific to your profession or to career-related topics to post questions or messages and to read about the job search or career experiences of other people.
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Thursday, June 12th, 2008
Overview: Purpose of a Cover Letter
A cover letter is a brief letter that introduces your resume to the company or organization to which you are applying. Your cover letter should emphasize why you want to work for that particular organization and why you would be a good fit. An effective cover letter engages the reader and encourages him or her to invite you for an interview.
A resume should always be accompanied by a cover letter. It serves as the first sample of your writing ability and attention to detail.
Getting Started: What to Include in your Cover Letter
Formatting
• Address your cover letter to a named individual, whenever possible.
• Make it brief – one page or less, with ample margins.
• Use an adequate font size – no smaller than font size 10.
• Include pertinent personal data: name, address, email and phone number.
• Proofread for spelling or grammatical errors.
Content
• State why you are writing and for what position you are applying.
• Demonstrate energy and enthusiasm for the position.
• Highlight or expand on key information from your resume, but do not simply repeat what is listed.
• Actively sell your unique qualities and tell the reader why he or she should choose you.
• Target your skills, interests and experience to the needs of the organization.
• Show you have done your homework; emphasize why you want to work for that particular organization.
• Encourage the reader to take a closer look at your resume.
Writing Style
• Be clear and concise.
• Use powerful action verbs and phrases to describe your skills, interests, and abilities.
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