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Three Myths of Job Hunting

As a job search architect it is frustrating that these three job search myths are still around and readily believed in today’s job market. Here are 3 of the top job search myths that will kill your job search if you believe them:

Myth #1 – Only Apply Online for Jobs: Yes it is very easy to find a job opening online using a plethora of available resources:

Search Engines: Google, Bing, etc.
Job Posting websites: Indeed, Simply Hired, LinkedIn Jobs, etc.
Company’s website: Many companies have a career page and post their job openings there.

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Five Resume Killing Errors to Avoid!!

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Looking for a new job, whether you are employed or not, can be a daunting challenge. Job hunting, like buying a car or home, is only done occasionally and things can change dramatically from the last time you undertook this task. Whether you are new to the job market or an experienced job hunter, crafting a well-written resume is a key part of presenting yourself in a professional manner and impressing hiring authorities. I have reviewed thousands of resumes, both as a recruiter/owner of a franchised recruiting firm and also as a hiring manager in industry. I am shocked and dismayed at how many resumes I review that have errors and are poorly written. As a job hunter you need to avoid these five common errors: