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Hump Day Hunting Help: March 30, 2011

by Kassandra McGhee on March 30th, 2011

Tip of the Week: Expand Your Resume IQ!

And just when you thought you knew all there was to know about resumes…

In our world of ever-changing and expanding technology, resumes have not been left behind.  Ever heard of a QR code? And what about using lines or borders on resumes when uploading them to applicant systems?  Well, here’s some more resume information to consider and add to your job search tool kit.

Now, never abandon resume professionalism, essentials and staples but do keep your eyes open for some new, “proven” things to consider when updating your resume.  Remember, your resume is your professional “snapshot” and introduction to an employer.  So do keep up with the new trends and who knows, you might just find something that helps you stand out in the crowd.

Don't Waste Your Time

by Kassandra McGhee on March 28th, 2011

Time is like money—invest it wisely and you will reap the benefits.  –Kassandra McGhee

There really is no time to waste. Really!  Every day is a new opportunity to invest in your future and provides 24 hours of additional assets.  And with every investment you should expect an ROI.  So ask yourself, I am really investing my resource of time wisely so I can gain the most profit?  

If you are not working full-time but desire to do so, you have the luxury of time on your side. No, not time to waste but the benefit of time to get this task accomplished.  So, ask yourself the following:

  • Am I an “active” hunter?
    • Job-hunting  at least 30 hours weekly
  • Am I a “productive” hunter?
    • Organized with clearly defined goals, tasks, growth-points, accomplishments, etc.
  • Am I a “skilled” hunter?
    • Utilizing a diverse job search plan including networking, job boards, social media, etc.
  • Am I an “invested” hunter?
    • Willing to change my job plan, time investments, etc. to obtain my career goal

Time is of the essence and there is no time to waste!  Make sure you are spending it wisely to get the results you desire. 

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I attended a resume writing seminar & conducted mock phone interviews with a Microtrain career counselor. These two activities gave me a leg up on distinguishing myself from all the other people looking for work. Since the career counselor's at Microtrain had a track record of getting people hired, their insight and positive past experiences helped me tremendously in getting hired with a Cisco Voice Systems Integrator in the Chicago area. I was hired as a Cisco Voice Tech Engineer with a starting salary of $65,000 / year with a Cisco voice systems reseller located in the Chicagoland area. Microtrain was very instramental in making this a reality. From expediting my WIA grant, to providing excellent hands-on training from knowledgable instructors I was able to achieve becoming certified with my CCNP. Microtrain's career services was the final catalyst in connecting me with this company by communicating with them on my behalf and with me in setting up the interview. One week later and I was hired. No joke. Thanks Microtrain!

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