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How To To Do What You Love For A Living

Thursday, April 5th, 2012

How To To Do What You Love For A Living

When you talk to people about their dreams, most don’t feel like they’re achieving them. Many of us feel like we’re stuck in a dead end job, not getting any closer to the job of our dreams.

With job security dwindling, and fear of the recession lingering, most people feel dissatisfied with their current work, and have hidden aspirations to do something bigger and better. What is stopping you from living your dream? These four steps offer you a place to start. (more…)

Importance of Linkedin when Applying to Jobs Today

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

Most have heard the old saying about finding a job; “it’s not what you know, but who you know”. Connecting with the right people at the right time increases your chances of finding a job. The most indispensable tool for the job seeker today is a social networking website.

This is where a high value, professional network can be created. The most effective networking site for the job seeker is Linkedin. Linkedin provides a complete range of online services such as contact management, profile and resume viewing, email and job search tools. Sharing network connections with others in your network and gaining access to new contacts is a powerful benefit of the system. (more…)

Interview with a Software Analyst

Friday, November 4th, 2011

Considered working as a Software Analyst? This interview will take you through the ups and downs you can expect in the position, what it takes to land the job, what you can expect to earn and more.

This is a true career story as told to LatPro.com for its ‘What They Don’t Teach’ series - a collection of interviews with Hispanic and bilingual professionals from a Division Leader to an Insurance Agent, and everything in between.

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How Not to do a Video Resume

Friday, August 5th, 2011

How Not to do a Video Resume

The interconnectedness of the internet has made it possible for information to spread faster than ever before, for better or for worse. That makes it very easy to root out fakers.

Case in point: Aleksey Vayner.

The Yale student created a “video resume” in 2006 that he sent to the HR department of financial firm UBS. On the tape, Vayner karate-chopped cinderblocks in half, demonstrated his ballroom dancing skills and bench-pressed 495 pounds. Needless to say, it was hilarious, and the video - titled “Impossible Is Nothing” quickly went viral, exposing even more lies in Vayner’s background (including his claim that the Dalai Lama wrote his college recommendation letter). Needless to say, he didn’t get the job.

He has since taken the video down, but here is a funny parody from Michael Cera: (more…)

Helpful Tips You Can Do to Help Stay in Your Job

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

Helpful Tips You Can Do to Help Stay in Your JobAs we all know, we are in deep recession and jobs are trying to cut losses by laying people off. Considering their options, they will usually keep employees that they see are a perfect fit for the company.

Although, there are some companies that start the laying off process by eliminating those at the bottom of the company first. So what can you do to keep your job? It is all common sense really! Just by following these simple steps, you can increase your chances of not being chosen to be laid off. (more…)

The Most Satisfying Jobs

Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011

Find a job that you enjoySatisfaction is largely subjective, which makes nailing down the most satisfying jobs a rather difficult proposition. Everyone has preferences when it comes to what they would like to do, but most people fall into one of two categories: they’re either givers or takers. Some just want to create something of value, help others, or do their part for the betterment of mankind.

Others are happiest when they’re sampling all that the world has to offer. If you determine which category you fall into, you’ll have a much easier time finding the perfect job when browsing through those job search sites. But until then, here are a few that might whet your appetite (some of them literally). (more…)

10 Great Networking Tips for a Web 2.0 World

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

If you’re in the midst of a job search, you know that networks are important. Powerful. Essential. Most jobs are found through some kind of networking contact, so bolstering your relationships with all members of your network must be among your first priorities as you pursue your next role.
10 Great Networking Tips for a Web 2.0 World
Effective networking is all about giving. And although the holiday giving season is far behind us, when it comes to your network, giving is a year-long activity.

One of the best gifts you can give to members of your network is help in building their personal brands. When we make others look good, we look good – to them! So consider these free or very low-cost, Web 2.0-focused personal-branding presents. It’s time to demonstrate your personal-brand attribute of generosity and your knowledge of social media.

Here are my Top 10 tips: (more…)

How to Dress Modestly for In-Person Meetings

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Unlike telephone conversations and email correspondence, in-person meetings add an extra dynamic to the mix. No one can see what you’re wearing or tell what you look like by the sound of your voice or by reading your email message. When you meet someone in person, it’s your only chance to make a completely professional first impression. That’s why dressing in modest clothing is an absolute must for in-person meetings.

The following guidelines can help you to dress appropriately for meeting face to face: (more…)

Practical Resume Tips

Thursday, August 5th, 2010
Practical Resume Tips

Practical Resume Tips

Today we are going to write about a pleasant experience we had not long ago when we could help out one of our readers.

MyOnlineCareerSpace.com was contacted by an avid job seeker who was not sure how to format his resume and if it in fact was up to scratch. As we’ve written before, having a resume that stands out from the bunch is extremely important. Yet there is a delicate balance to be struck with standing out and still remaining professional.

This was exactly the problem our reader was having so he asked us to have a look. We made a few notes and remarks along the way which we would like to share with you today. (more…)

A Timeline: 374 Years of Higher Education

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

A Timeline: 374 Years of Higher Education
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