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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-63934715806294783502013-02-14T06:21:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.105-08:00Featured Nonprofit Job: Fundraising And Development DirectorYou will need as many leads as possible as the <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/" target="_blank">nonprofit job market</a> gets more competitive, which is why we are always happy to share the top positions available with our readers. Today's featured nonprofit job gives applicants a chance to become a <a href="http://careercenter.nptimes.com/jobs/5158341/fundraising-and-development-director" target="_blank">Fundraising and Development Director</a>.<br /><br />CARC, Inc., a nonprofit that helps children with disabilities, is looking to hire for this position immediately. The successful candidate will be someone with a proven track record developing and coordinating annual giving, donor stewardship and securing other forms of giving. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Development Director will play an instrumental role in creating and implementing a robust and diverse fundraising and development strategy at CARC, Inc. <br /><br />In terms of day-to-day fundraising activities, the Development Director will be responsible for:<br /><br /><ul><li>Serving as the first point of contact for prospective donor and current donor questions, needs, and concerns;</li><li>Working with the Finance Director to streamline donation processing and gift entry, and to implement best practices and top-notch customer service for donors;</li><li>Ensuring timely and accurate gift entry and generation of acknowledgement letters and other donor recognition;</li><li>Building queries and generate reports and mailing lists; and,</li><li>Integrating fundraising and development activities with marketing and communications.</li></ul><div>The ideal candidate for this job will meet the following requirements:</div><div><ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Mature problem solving and conflict resolution skills.</li><li>Bachelor's degree or comparable experience.</li><li>4+ years in a fundraising and development specific role.</li><li>Computer literate and Microsoft Office proficient.</li><li>Flexible and willing to work evenings and weekends, as needed.</li><li>Website and social media savvy a plus.</li></ul><div>Interested in this position? Head to our <a href="http://careercenter.nptimes.com/jobs/#/detail/5158341" target="_blank">career center</a> for more details, including information on how to apply.</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-1374856574199708262013-02-14T00:05:00.000-08:002013-02-17T21:44:05.852-08:007 Reasons Why a Potential Employer Won't Read your Resume, and What to Do About it<h1><span style="font-size: large;">Resume ignored? Find out why</span></h1><img src="http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy286/newgradlife/resumewriting10.jpg" style="float: right; height: 120px; width: 170px;" title="resumes" /><br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-count="horizontal" data-via="NewGradLife">Tweet</a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script><div id="fb-root"></div><script src="http://connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#appId=185934474787280&xfbml=1"></script><fb:like href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2010/02/7-reasons-why-potential-employer-wont.html" send="true" layout="button_count" width="100" show_faces="true" font=""></fb:like><script src="http://www.stumbleupon.com/hostedbadge.php?s=1"><br /></script><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.linkedin.com/in.js"></script><script type="in/share" data-url="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2010/02/7-reasons-why-potential-employer-wont.html" data-counter="right"></script> <a class="DiggThisButton DiggCompact"></a><br /><br /><br /><br />When you write your resume (with or without advice and professional help), who is your target audience? Who are you trying to satisfy?<br /><br /><br /><br />First of all, you’re not writing your resume to satisfy yourself. For that matter, you’re not writing it to satisfy any “expert” – the author of the resume book you just read, or the recruiter you’re working with, or your career guidance counselor, or your cousin Fred who is a human resources manager, or even a professional resume writer.<br /><br /><br /><br />You are writing your <em>resume</em> for a particular kind of reader: a potential employer. And if you’re like most of us, you make some very, very optimistic assumptions about that reader. You are certain that your reader is eager to find the best person for the job. Your reader, you are sure, is going to read the important things in your resume, and his or her eye will be drawn to all of those clever formatting tricks you’ve used (columns, underlining, different fonts, boldfacing, italics, strong verbs, skills, numbers, results, etc.).<br /><br /><br /><br />But you’d better take off the rose-colored glasses. Your resume has a better than 98% chance of ending up in the garbage can (real or virtual).<br /><br /><br /><br />Here are 7 characteristics of the psychology of the typical resume reader: <br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>1. Resume readers are some of the smartest and most skeptical readers in the world.</strong> They know that at least half of what they read consists of lies, exaggerations, half-truths, and semantic and formatting “tricks.” They don’t accept anything at face value. Remember, the typical resume reader sees literally thousands; they know every trick in the book by now.<br /><br /><input type="hidden" name="IL_RELATED_TAGS" value="1"/><br /><br /><strong>2. Most readers are in a bad mood, not a happy mood of eager expectancy.</strong> They’ve got 300 resumes to read, and nobody is giving them an extra penny to carefully peruse each one. They are rushed for time, annoyed at having to read yet another <em>resume</em>, and hostile rather than sympathetic. Reading yet another resume is a burden that is keeping them from their attention to what they consider much, much more important matters.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>3. Therefore, the typical resume reader is looking for a quick and convincing reason to throw out yours.</strong> Some will even discard it if they don’t like the envelope or the way the email looks. Some will read only the resume and not the cover letter, or vice-versa. And they are unwilling to open up a zip file. You know how annoying it is to get an email that requires you to open up several files? For the resume reader, it is triply annoying.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">| <b>1</b> |</span> <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/7-reasons-why-potential-employer-wont.html" style="color: black;">2</a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/7-reasons-why-potential-employer-wont.html" style="color: black;">Next Page</a></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-52120921202091728402013-02-13T07:00:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.114-08:008 Job Interview Tips<i>Originally Posted on the <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/" target="_blank">Nonprofit Job Seeker</a></i><br /><i><br /></i><i>***</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/careertips/jobinterviewprep.htm">Nonprofit job interviews</a> can be very stressful if you aren't properly prepared. Not only do you have to deal with the considerable nerves you will probably be feeling, you also have to account for the fact that every organization has its own individual mission, culture, and expectations.<br /> <br />One size truly does not fit all when it comes to interviewing in the <a href="http://www.thenonprofittimes.com/">nonprofit sector</a>. You need to individually prepare for the organization in question if you are to impress the interviewer, and you can achieve that goal by following these eight tips:<br /> <div class="tips"> <ul class="yellowArrow"><li><strong>Connect With the Mission: </strong>Today's nonprofit hiring managers want candidates to show a true commitment to the organization's cause. It is not enough to just say you want to "do good" or "give back to the community." Thoroughly research the organization and make sure that you are passionate about their goals.</li><li><strong>Prepare Questions: </strong>Hiring decisions are often made by the questions that candidates ask during an interview. You don't have to ask questions that are earth-shattering, but make sure you ask something; it shows that you did your homework.</li><li><strong>Do a Mock Interview: </strong>Get a good friend or family member to conduct a mock interview with you ahead of time so you can practice your responses. You should encourage whoever you are practicing with to let you know if any of your answers need fine-tuning.</li><li><strong>Ask About the Interview Structure: </strong>You should ask ahead of time how the interview will be structured. Will you be interviewed one-on-one, in a group, or in some other method? The answer to this question will give you a better sense of how to prepare.</li><li><strong>Dress Professionally: </strong>Unless you are specifically told you can be casual, it is alway safe to follow a professional dress code for the interview. That means wearing a tailored suit or a nice dress. Remember, it is always best to over-dress than to under-dress.</li><li><strong>Bring Important Documents: </strong>Come to the interview with at least two copies of your resume, cover letter, references and, if applicable, writing samples.</li><li><strong>Be Confident: </strong>Don't be afraid to brag about your accomplishments when talking to the hiring manager.</li><li><strong>Be Flexible: </strong>Nothing makes an employer happier than an employee who is willing to be flexible. You should clearly and concisely highlight your experience reacting to unexpected situations, or your ability to wear different hats. </li></ul></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-51898390642545311552013-02-12T07:51:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.121-08:005 Qualities To Seek When HiringHere's what most employers want to believe about the <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/hiringtips.html" target="_blank">hiring process</a>: Out of countless candidates, the best-qualified individuals are weeded out, and the organization then has no problem picking between those applicants.<br /><br />If only it were that easy.<br /><br />The most experienced <a href="http://nptjobs.blogspot.com/2012/04/checklist-for-nonprofit-managers.html" target="_blank">hiring managers</a> know that hiring is a difficult art even in the best of economic times. When the market is not as robust, as it is right now, staffing decisions can be stressful, exhausting, leaving overworked managers to wonder if there is anything that can make it easier.<br /><br />There is unfortunately no magic button that can make everything better, but there are some ways to make one of the most stressful aspects of the process -- reviewing qualifications -- simpler. In the revised edition of his book “Managing a Nonprofit Organization,” Thomas Wolf offers advice about the qualities a nonprofit executive should look for when reviewing the qualifications of prospective employees. The most important qualities are:<br /><br /><ul><li>Administrative skills related to the job to be performed;</li><li>Management skills in working with others, especially when some supervisory requirements come with a job;</li><li>Character traits that reflect creativity, flexibility, an enthusiasm for solving problems and an ability to work with others;</li><li>An understanding of the need for authority in an organizational structure; and,</li><li>Knowledge, sensitivity and enjoyment of the nonprofit field in which the employees will be working.</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-66396460881581325852013-02-11T07:04:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.129-08:00Major Gifts Officer -- Today's Featured Nonprofit JobToday's featured <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/" target="_blank">nonprofit job</a> will give applicants the chance to play a role in an important aspect of fundraising: Major gifts. Interested? Read on for more details.<br /><br />The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ) is looking to hire a <a href="http://careercenter.nptimes.com/jobs/5134015/major-gifts-officer-west-region-california-arizona-colorado" target="_blank">Major Gifts Officer</a> to promote the organization's mission of bringing the two major religions together and to build support among major donors. The chosen candidate will engage, cultivate, and solicit current and prospective major donors in the western region of the US (primarily California, Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico). The organization will consider applicants from all of these states, as well as those from Chicago, where IFCJ's corporate headquarters are located.<br /><br />Other duties of the Major Gifts Officer include:<br /><br /><ul><li>Cultivating major donors through appropriate moves management strategy;</li><li>Coordinating and conducting donor visits as necessary;</li><li>Managing a caseload of approximately 125 – 150 prospects/ donors;</li><li>Creating and closing proposals with a giving goal of $1 – 3 million annually;</li><li>Working closely with the planned giving team in identifying planned giving leads among major donor; and,</li><li>Updating the donor database and reports regularly as required and requested.</li></ul><div>IFCJ requests that all applicants meet the following requirements:</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent experience.</li><li>Ability to travel domestically at least 50% of the time.</li><li>CFRE certification preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising and cultivating major donors.</li><li>Sales and customer relation management experience.</li><li>Proven ability to build relationships with a wide range of donors and to understand the needs and passions of donors.</li><li>Proven fundraising track record in major gifts and planned giving with ability to apply appropriate moves management strategies. </li><li>Deep understanding of both the Christian and Jewish communities.</li><li>Strong understanding of issues related to Israel and the Middle East.</li></ul><div>Head to our <a href="http://careercenter.nptimes.com/jobs/#/detail/5134015" target="_blank">career center</a> for more details on what it takes to be a Major Gifts Officer, and information on how to apply.</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-50508985120751638952013-02-11T00:09:00.000-08:002013-02-17T21:44:05.876-08:005 Crazy Job Interview Tips That Work<h1><span style="font-size: large;">Job interview tips you can't miss</span></h1><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Reprinted with permission from <a href="http://www.careerealism.com/pre-interview-routines-work/" target="_blank">careerealism.com</a>.</i></span><br /><br /><img src="http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy286/newgradlife/jobinterviewquestions7.jpg" style="float: right; height: 120px; width: 170px;" title="resume" /><br /><br /><a class="twitter-share-button" data-count="horizontal" data-via="NewGradLife" href="http://twitter.com/share">Tweet</a><script src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" type="text/javascript"></script><div id="fb-root"></div><script src="http://connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"></script><div id="fb-root"></div><script src="http://connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"></script><fb:like font="" href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2011/05/5-crazy-job-interview-tips-that-work.html" layout="button_count" send="true" show_faces="false" width="100"></fb:like><script src="http://www.stumbleupon.com/hostedbadge.php?s=1"></script><br /><br /><script src="http://platform.linkedin.com/in.js" type="text/javascript"><br /></script><script data-counter="right" data-url="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2011/05/5-crazy-job-interview-tips-that-work.html" type="in/share"><br /></script> <a class="DiggThisButton DiggCompact" href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=6399372143298042920"></a><br /><br /><br /><br />Preparing for an interview can be a nerve wracking experience. Fortunately, there are some ways to prep for it which will let you ace the <b>interview</b>. While these may seem like strange pre-interview routines, they actually do work and will help you to land the job of your dreams:<br /><br /><br /><br /><b>1. Look at Facebook</b><br /><br /><br /><br />This is actually two strategies in one. First of all, check your Facebook profile out and make sure that your own profile is set to private and there are no embarrassing photos of you tagged on the site. If there are, untag yourself from those photos and ask your friends if they would please refrain from tagging you. If possible, get the photos taken down. Double check as well that status updates you’ve posted aren’t embarrassing. If they are, delete them.<br /><br /><br /><br />While this won’t completely remove the record of those photos, it does make it harder to find. That in turn means if you ace the interview, your interviewer is less likely to find embarrassing material online which will make them think twice about calling you back for a second <i>interview</i>.<br /><br /><br /><br />The second half of this technique is to find out the name of the person who will be interviewing you and look up their Facebook profile. Get as much information as you can about the person since this will be helpful to you to throw into the conversation when you are meeting with them. Showing an interest in something the person is interested in is a sure way to get yourself remembered out of the hundreds of interviews the hiring manager has to conduct.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b>2. Prepare a Folder to Fiddle With</b><br /><br /><input name="IL_RELATED_TAGS" type="hidden" value="1" /><br /><br />Yeah, it sounds strange, but this is a great pre-interview technique that can come in handy. Often, you will be asked to wait for a few minutes before your interview. Most times, it’s just because the person interviewing you is busy or wants to make you feel as if you aren’t the most important person for them to meet. However, on occasion, this is actually a test. They will secretly observe you to see what you do when you are waiting to be interviewed. If you have a folder with your papers in it, you can spend the time appearing to organize yourself so you ace that test.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">| <b>1</b> |</span> <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/5-crazy-job-interview-tips-that-work.html" style="color: black;">2</a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/5-crazy-job-interview-tips-that-work.html" style="color: black;">Next Page</a></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-43125543545112067162013-02-11T00:00:00.000-08:002013-02-17T21:44:05.885-08:00How To Get The Best Recommendations<h1><span style="font-size: large;">A job seeker's secret weapon</span></h1><span style="font-size: small;"><i><!--INFOLINKS_OFF-->This post was written by Susanna Cha, a Content Writer and MSc. International Marketing Graduate, currently writing about <a href="http://jobs.guardian.co.uk/jobs/graduate/" target="_blank">graduate jobs </a> on behalf of Guardian Jobs.<!--INFOLINKS_ON--></i></span><br /><br /><img src="http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy286/newgradlife/networkingevents2.jpg" style="float: right; height: 110px; width: 170px;" title="jobs" /><div id="fb-root"></div><script>(function(d, s, id) {<br /> var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];<br /> if (d.getElementById(id)) return;<br /> js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id;<br /> js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1&appId=185934474787280";<br /> fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);<br />}(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk'));</script><html xmlns:fb="http://ogp.me/ns/fb#"><br /><br /><fb:like href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2012/02/how-to-get-best-recommendations.html" send="true" layout="button_count" width="100" show_faces="false"></fb:like><a href="https://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-via="NewGradLife" data-hashtags="collegegrad">Tweet</a><br /><br /><script>!function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs");</script><script src="http://platform.linkedin.com/in.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br /><script type="IN/Share" data-counter="right"></script> <a class="DiggThisButton DiggCompact" href="http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=6399372143298042920&postID=1726210607032065032"></a><br /><br /><input name="IL_RELATED_TAGS" type="hidden" value="1" /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />So your university years are behind you and you've finally got that degree that you've worked so hard for. Now you find yourself in a competitive graduate jobs market. It's not impossible to get a job in the current tough climate, but it is tougher than usual. That doesn't mean you should give up, it just means that you need to be savvy about how you can give yourself competitive edge and know how to get the best recommendations.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b>1. Have you got some work experience?</b><br /><br /><br /><br />Having a degree is great. But do you have any work experience? Hopefully you've been working during your university time and you can put that work experience to good use in looking for a graduate job. Think laterally, your part-time job might have been burger flipping or warehouse unloading. But think carefully about the practical skills you've demonstrated during your time there. For example, you've shown that you can work as part of a team. You've worked under pressure to meet tight deadlines. You have a good understanding of customer service. Analyse everything you've done and distil the skills from it. If you haven't had any work experience, don't despair, it's not too late. While you're job hunting, there's time to cram in some experience. <br /><br /><br /><br /><b>2. Have you considered volunteering or an intern opportunity?</b><br /><br /><br /><br />If you're short on work experience (and even if you're not), then it might be worthwhile doing some volunteering. This will not only give you valuable experience, it will impress future employers. There's a <input name="IL_RELATED_TAGS" type="hidden" value="1" />possible added bonus that you might find yourself an opportunity in the field that you want to work in.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">| <b>1</b> |</span> <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/how-to-get-best-recommendations.html" style="color: black;">2</a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/how-to-get-best-recommendations.html" style="color: black;">Next Page</a></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-43344928847192402282013-02-07T06:21:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.146-08:005 Strategies For Job SeekersIf searching for work is like a job already, <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/" target="_blank">job seekers</a> would tell you that it's one of the worst ones out there. There's nothing fun about filling out countless applications only to see your hard work go unanswered. It can be tempting to just give up the search but that's a temptation you must avoid. Instead of throwing in the towel, why not make your job search simpler?<br /><br />It's easy to overload your brain with a lot of information when looking for jobs. Thankfully, there are some tips you can follow to make the job search easier and, in turn, less stressful. Here are some of those strategies:<br /><br /><ul><li><b>Don't stress over your resume: </b>Resumes and cover letters are very important to your success, but they aren't the be-all-end-all items they are sometimes made out to be. Make sure they are crafted to the best of your ability, but don't spend the majority of your time constantly re-working them.</li><li><b>Be selective: </b>You don't have to apply to every single job that you come across. You should instead take the time to lay out the qualities that you are looking for in your next position.</li><li><b>Be truthful: </b>This seems obvious, but some job seekers feel the need to embellish the truth to make themselves more attractive to employers. There's no need to concoct spectacular tales to show you are worthy; if you are truly right for the job, just the facts will do.</li><li><b>Use your alumni network: </b>Most colleges and universities have alumni networks of which you should take full advantage. Take a look at the directory and see if there are any individuals who can help you land a new job.</li><li><b>Don't forget your zip code: </b>If you have your resume posted on your LinkedIn page or a database for all recruiters to see, make sure to include your zip code. Recruiters often do database searches for candidates who are local, so including your zip code will make you easier to find. </li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-35876945978860487992013-02-07T00:05:00.000-08:002013-02-17T21:44:05.894-08:00The 10 Biggest Job Hunt Myths<h1><span style="font-size: large;">Don't fall for these traps in your job search</span></h1><img src="http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy286/newgradlife/jobhunt2.jpg" style="float: right; height: 180px; width: 170px;" title="jobs" /><br /><br /><a class="twitter-share-button" data-count="horizontal" data-via="NewGradLife" href="http://twitter.com/share">Tweet</a><script src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" type="text/javascript"><br /></script><div id="fb-root"></div><script src="http://connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"></script><fb:like href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2010/05/10-biggest-job-hunt-myths.html" send="true" layout="button_count" width="100" show_faces="false" font=""></fb:like><script src="http://www.stumbleupon.com/hostedbadge.php?s=1"><br /></script><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://platform.linkedin.com/in.js"></script><script type="in/share" data-url="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2010/05/10-biggest-job-hunt-myths.html" data-counter="right"></script> <a class="DiggThisButton DiggCompact" href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=6399372143298042920"></a><br /><br /><input name="IL_RELATED_TAGS" type="hidden" value="1" /><br /><br />There's more <b>job search</b> mythology being passed around than even the ancient Greeks could have imagined. Some of the most well-traveled and persistent myths are also the most dangerous ones -- because following this faux wisdom could sabotage your job search efforts. <br /><br /><br /><br />Here are 10 of my favorite job-search myths, and the reality to replace each one.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">MYTH:</span> </b>In your resume, you should talk about how you're great at everything.<br /><br /><br /><br />Have you ever seen a <i>job posting</i> that said, "We want to hire someone who's good at everything"? Individual department managers get approval to hire people to perform certain specific duties. The last thing you want on your resume is a message that says, "I can do Sales, Marketing, Finance, Customer Service, or Manufacturing!" No one will believe you, and you won't be the best fit for any job, anywhere.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Reality:</span></b> Use your resume to talk about how you're really strong in two or three areas. If you need more than one resume, so be it.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">MYTH:</span></b> The people who get jobs are the ones who apply for the most jobs<br /><br /><br /><br />The people who actually get jobs are the ones who create thoughtful, targeted approaches to the jobs they're especially well suited for. Lobbing dozens of random resumes with boilerplate cover letters into inboxes across America doesn't help you.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><b>Reality:</b></span> Approach each job opportunity with a targeted letter and, if necessary, a customized resume that links your background and the job's requirements.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">MYTH: </span></b>The more information on your resume, the better!<br /><br /><br /><br />Editing is an important business skill. If your resume includes the details for the <b>jobs</b> you held before 1990, your resume is too long. Two pages in an absolute max for non-academic resumes, and in those two pages you want to tell us the most important bits, not every task and duty you've ever been responsible for.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">Reality:</span></b> The best resumes are concise, pithy and specific. Less is more when it comes to describing your strengths and talents.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">| <b>1</b> |</span> <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/10-biggest-job-hunt-myths.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">2</span></a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/10-biggest-job-hunt-myths_23.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">3</span></a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/10-biggest-job-hunt-myths.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Next Page</span></a></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-20956656701279368402013-02-06T07:01:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.154-08:006 Cover Letter MistakesLike it or not, first impressions are everything when it comes to job applications. This is especially true with your <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/careertips/writingacoverletter.html">cover letter</a>. Just because you have included everything you needed to in your letter doesn't mean you got rid of all of the unnecessary things. Failing to exclude these items will only serve to hurt your first impression.<br /><br />When writing your cover letter, make sure to avoid these six "don'ts":<br /><div class="tips"><ul class="yellowArrow"><li>Don't open your letter with "Dear Sir/Madam." Hiring managers want to see that you have done your homework, and there is no better way of showing this by looking up their name and opening your letter with it. If you can't find a name, include "Attention Human Resources Department" in your subject line.</li><li>Don't forget to mention for which position your are applying. Organizations usually hire for multiple jobs, so don't leave it up to the hiring manager to determine which position you want.</li><li>Typos and grammatical errors are a death sentence for your cover letter. Proofread it thoroughly before sending.</li><li>Don't focus on your needs. Employers want to know how you can help the organization, not why you liked the job description.</li><li>Don't send a copy-pasted cover letter. This is a surefire way to indicate that you didn't do a lot of work researching the organization.</li><li>Don't mention that you have already sent out a lot of applications. This will make you appear desperate.</li></ul></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-5937710739585306892013-02-05T07:04:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.159-08:004 Tips For Nonprofit Executive JobsNot all job searches are created equal. As nonprofit job seekers scour the web for the latest positions, they should know that the process for acquiring an entry or mid-level job is entirely different than the one for getting an <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/findjobs/chief-executive-officer-ceo.html" target="_blank">executive job</a>.<br /><div><br /></div><div>Executive job seekers need certain tools to stand out from a highly qualified field of candidates. It is not enough to simply submit your application, do a little networking, and call it a day. It's true that the executive resume and cover letter will still be the main focus of your application, but they can't be your only leverage. In the book "Executive's Pocket Guide to ROI Résumés and Job Search," Louise Kursmark and Jan Melnik write that applicants need to implement the following four tools into their job hunt if they are to be successful:<br /><br /><ul><li><b>Elevator Speech: </b>The <a href="http://nptjobs.blogspot.com/2012/02/kings-elevator-speech.html" target="_blank">elevator speech</a> is a 30-second summary that introduces applicants to individuals who can help them with their search. Four elements should be included in this introduction: Who they are, what they do, what they're seeking, and any other information that is relevant to their experience and/or goals.</li><li><b>Networking Script: </b>While conversations with networking contacts should feel genuine and unique, it helps for job seekers to have some key points prepared.</li><li><b>Leadership Initiative Document: </b>This document, usually one to two-pages in length, will list up to five career-defining stories. These anecdotes should describe specific challenges faced, and the tactics taken to solve them. the leadership initiative document is a good way for managers to determine what the applicant can bring to the position.</li><li><b>Professional Biography: </b>This is a portfolio of everything the applicant has accomplished during his career. Some applicants choose to have this put on a web site, but it can also be in the form of a document.</li></ul></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-18565424889868562862013-02-05T00:05:00.000-08:002013-02-17T21:44:05.913-08:0050 Job Search Tips That Work<h1><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Get one job in many ways</span></h1><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Reprinted with permission from <a href="http://blog.hiredmyway.com/50-proven-job-search-tips-for-serious-job-seekers/" target="_blank">blog.hiredmyway.com</a>.</i></span><br /><br /><img src="http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy286/newgradlife/jobsearch6.jpg" style="float: right; height: 120px; width: 170px;" title="resume" /><br /><br /><a class="twitter-share-button" data-count="horizontal" data-via="NewGradLife" href="http://twitter.com/share">Tweet</a><script src="http://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" type="text/javascript"><br /></script><br /><br /><div id="fb-root"><br /></div><br /><script src="http://connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"></script><fb:like font="" href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2011/06/50-job-search-tips-that-work.html" layout="button_count" send="true" show_faces="false" width="100"></fb:like><script src="http://www.stumbleupon.com/hostedbadge.php?s=1"><br /></script><br /><br /><script src="http://platform.linkedin.com/in.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script data-counter="right" data-url="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2011/06/50-job-search-tips-that-work.html" type="in/share"></script> <a class="DiggThisButton DiggCompact" href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=6399372143298042920"></a><br /><br /><br /><br />It’s a tough job market out there.<br /><br /><br /><br />It’s not uncommon for hundreds of resumes to flood a company for just one position. This means that it’s a buyer’s market for employers and you’ll need to bring your A-Game to stand out from the crowd. <br /><br /><br /><br />Every day we work with employers and recruiters to find and hire serious job seekers. One advantage for you is that we’ve been able to compile the best tips from top companies and recruiters.<br /><br /><br /><br />Here are 50 of the top job search tips and strategies that we’ve uncovered –<br /><br /><br /><br />Preparation<br /><br /><br /><br /><b>1. Do Your Homework</b>: Always research the organization prior to interviewing. Knowing some of the company’s successes and accolades, such as awards and charitable actions, shows that you have done your homework.<br /><br /><b>2. Have a Focused Plan</b>: Create a list of companies that you will systematically contact. Prioritize companies that are a close match to your experience and skills.<br /><br /><b>3. Schedule Networking</b>: Treat networking like a job. Fill your calendar with events and follow-up regularly.<br /><br /><b>4. Arrive 10 Minutes Before the Interview</b>: Arriving early relieves the stress of possibly being late and demonstrates that you are responsible and dependable.<br /><br /><b>5. Professional Email</b>: Don’t use your “party email” for follow-up. Get an email address that is simple and professional.<br /><br /><input name="IL_RELATED_TAGS" type="hidden" value="1" /><br /><br /><b>6. Get Business Cards</b>: Make a point of asking for your contact’s business card. This will ensure that you have correct titles and spelling for follow-up.<br /><br /><b>7. Stay Updated</b>: Set up Google Alerts for each of your top employment prospects. Review the latest news before your interview.<br /><br /><b>8. Practice Your Writing Skills</b>: All professional positions require excellent writing skills. Take the time to upgrade yours.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">| <b>1</b> |</span> <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/50-job-search-tips-that-work_2202.html" style="color: black;">2</a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/50-job-search-tips-that-work_23.html" style="color: black;">3</a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/50-job-search-tips-that-work.html" style="color: black;">4</a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/50-job-search-tips-that-work_2202.html" style="color: black;">Next Page</a></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-58959934295088385812013-02-04T06:18:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.167-08:00Featured Nonprofit Job -- Regional DirectorAre you a a job seeker living in South Florida? If so, our latest featured <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/" target="_blank">nonprofit job</a> might be of interest to you. Read on for more details.<div><br /></div><div>The PACE Center for Girls, Inc. in Jacksonville, Fl., is looking to hire a <a href="http://careercenter.nptimes.com/jobs/5122219/regional-director-south-florida" target="_blank">Regional Director</a>. This individual will maintain the cohesiveness of the organization, communicate regional influences, share best practice and resource development information, and serve as the liaison among the PACE Center Executive Directors, local Boards of Directors, State Office and regional community leaders.</div><div><br /></div><div>The chosen candidate will be responsible for the coordination and collaboration between PACE Centers in the region; performance management, coaching and training to support Executive Directors to maximize their performance and provide leadership and guidance to the Executive Directors and local Center Boards. In addition, the Regional Director must focus on balanced performance and building the PACE brand both internally and externally and serves as a member of the PACE Center for Girls, Inc. Executive Leadership Team.</div><div><br /></div><div>Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for this position:</div><div><ul><li>Ten plus years of direct work experience in relationship management and managing staff;</li><li>Thorough knowledge of the characteristics and financial needs of education and social service agencies;</li><li>Proven expertise in understanding of financial statements, program operations and policies and procedures;</li><li>Strong presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal capability;</li><li>Demonstrated success at resource development and leadership coaching; and,</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li></ul><div>You can learn more about this job by visiting our <a href="http://careercenter.nptimes.com/jobs/#/detail/5122219" target="_blank">career center</a>.</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-82320028569940818752013-02-04T00:22:00.000-08:002013-02-17T21:44:05.920-08:00Ignore The Economy, College Grads<h1><br /><span style="font-size: large;">College grads, time to black out the negative news</span></h1><br /><img src="http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy286/newgradlife/recentcollegegrad.jpg" style="float: right; height: 108px; width: 170px;" title="entry level jobs" /><br /><br /><a class="twitter-share-button" data-hashtags="collegegrads" data-via="NewGradLife" href="https://twitter.com/share">Tweet</a><br /><script>!function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs");</script><br /><br /><div id="fb-root"><br /></div><br /><script>(function(d, s, id) {<br /> var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];<br /> if (d.getElementById(id)) return;<br /> js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id;<br /> js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1&appId=185934474787280";<br /> fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);<br />}(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk'));</script><fb:like href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2013/02/college-graduates-job-market-news-careers.html" layout="button_count" send="false" show_faces="false" width="100"></fb:like><script src="http://www.stumbleupon.com/hostedbadge.php?s=1"><br /></script><br /><br /><script src="http://platform.linkedin.com/in.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script data-counter="right" data-url="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2013/02/college-graduates-job-market-news-careers.html" type="in/share"></script> <a class="DiggThisButton DiggCompact" href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6399372143298042920"></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="MsoNormal"><br />“Half of <i>college grads</i> have jobs that don’t require diplomas,” “Half of all grads have moved back in with their parents,” “College grads face bleak job prospects” – okay, we get it. Times are tough, there’s no doubt about that at all. But how does it help you to keep reading day by day individual horror stories of struggling college grads?<br /><br /><br /><br />The real thing is, as a <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2013/01/college-grads-college-experience.html">college graduate</a>, if you have a <i>job</i> now, you can still sympathize with those who are struggling – you probably went through that rough patch at one point in your life to get that very first job. There’s nothing wrong with being able to reminisce and relate.<br /><br /><br /><br />Unfortunately, if you are a college graduate who does not have a job yet, you have to start questioning the effects of reading such dreadful stories on the regular. I’m not staying stick your head in the sand and ignore reality, because unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past 4 years you probably know the job market isn’t that great now. The point is that you should really start to ignore – yes, ignore - the horrific headlines regarding what <i>college graduates</i> are going through right now. I mean it.<br /><br /><br /><br />If you are willing to move to another city or state to land a job, then by all means do pay attention to the unemployment rates. If you have no intention of ever doing this then don’t concern yourself with places you don’t live in, whether better or worse. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">| <b>1</b> |</span> <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/college-graduates-job-market-news-careers-02041302.html" style="color: black;">2</a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/college-graduates-job-market-news-careers-02041302.html" style="color: black;">Next Page</a></span></div><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-82373479780733664592013-02-04T00:20:00.000-08:002013-02-17T21:44:05.930-08:007 Job Interview Sins You Cannot Make<h1><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Job interviews have a few more tricks to them thank you think</span></h1><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><i>This post was originally written by Pete Leibman and was reprinted with permission from <a href="http://www.ncmahq.org/Jobs/jobseeker.cfm?navItemNumber=534&itemnumber=9572" target="_blank">ncmahq.org</a>.</i></span><br /><br /><img src="http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy286/newgradlife/jobinterviewquestions020302_zps8b6c51a7.jpg" style="float: right; height: 110px; width: 170px;" title="jobs" /><br /><br /><a class="twitter-share-button" data-via="NewGradLife" href="https://twitter.com/share">Tweet</a><br /><script>!function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs");</script><br /><br /><div id="fb-root"><br /></div><br /><script>(function(d, s, id) {<br /> var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];<br /> if (d.getElementById(id)) return;<br /> js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id;<br /> js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1";<br /> fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);<br />}(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk'));</script><fb:like href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2013/02/job-interview-sins-job-interview-questions.html" layout="button_count" send="true" show_faces="false" width="100"></fb:like><script src="http://www.stumbleupon.com/hostedbadge.php?s=1"><br /></script><br /><br /><script src="http://platform.linkedin.com/in.js" type="text/javascript"></script><script data-counter="right" data-url="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2013/02/job-interview-sins-job-interview-questions.html" type="in/share"></script> <a class="DiggThisButton DiggCompact" href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6399372143298042920"></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><b>1. You are not well-prepared.</b><br /><br /><br /><br />The job is won or lost before the interview begins, based on your preparation.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b>2. You have not taken the steps necessary to control your anxiety. </b><br /><br /><br /><br />-It's normal to be nervous in a<i> job interview</i>. While some people will naturally get more nervous than others, you can control and reduce your anxiety by being well-prepared, practicing ahead of time, looking your best, showing up early, and so on.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b>3. You are not professional at all times.</b><br /><br /><br /><br />I won't list all the possible ways you could be unprofessional. Let's just say that you can blow your chances of getting hired in the first three seconds you meet someone. Make sure you have confident body language, your breath is fresh, and that you don't have any body odor or smell like smoke. Make sure you are nicely groomed. Turn your cell phone off before the interview. Don't say anything that could damage your chances. Don't volunteer more information than is needed. Never let your guard down. And...don't be weird! Seriously. One of my friends started her own business recently, and she told me of all sorts of bizarre ways that people showed up and acted in interviews. She said it was amazing how hard it was to find someone who was "normal."<br /><br /><br /><br /><b>4. You give the interviewer too much credit.</b><br /><br /><br /><br />First of all, do not make the person interviewing you into some almighty king or queen. When I interviewed with an NBA team president as a college student, I talked to her like an equal, and she respected me for that. Secondly, do not assume the interviewer knows what he or she is doing. I conducted interviews for a previous employer and I had no training, and none of my colleagues did either! This happens more often than you might think, and more often than any employer will publicly admit. Lastly, do not assume the interviewer is familiar with your background. I once interviewed with a senior executive when I was in the process of leaving my <i>job </i>in the NBA. I showed up with a professional portfolio with the logo of the team I used to work for on it. The interviewer said, "Oh, are you a big fan of theirs or something?" I replied, "Well, yes, I work for the team." He said "Oh, wow, that must be very cool." The guy had clearly not even read my résumé or cover letter at all!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">| <b>1</b> |</span> <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/job-interview-sins-job-interview-questions-0213.html" style="color: black;">2</a> | <a href="http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/10/job-interview-sins-job-interview-questions-0213.html" style="color: black;">Next Page</a></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-42056590781083679482013-02-01T21:52:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:13:25.058-08:00Administrative Assistant Job Objectives<b>Overview</b><br /><br />The objective statement of the Administrative Assistant position is the central theme of the applicant’s resume. Just like personalizing cover letters, the job objective in every resume should also be customized according to the company where the resume is being sent. It generally comprises of one or two specific sentences that match the job title or position being applied for. Few examples of Administrative Assistant’s position job objective are given below. You are free to select one for your resume.<br /><br /><b>Administrative Assistant Resume Objective Examples</b><br /><br />• An Administrative Assistant position with the Sky Technologies where a strong attention to detail and exceptional clerical skills will be fully utilized<br /><br />• Secure an Administrative Assistant position at the ABC Company, using extensive administrative experience in a diverse and multicultural environment<br /><br />• Seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant job, exercising independent discretion in decision making and using experienced judgments in solving complex problems<br /><br />• Looking for a Senior Administrative Assistant job at the prestigious company Johnson and Johnson, utilizing secretarial experience to provide effective administrative and project support to its management<br /><br />• To obtain an Administrative Assistant position with the Hyatt, providing administrative support to G4S local field office and acting as a liaison between management and security personnel<br /><br />• Aiming for an Administrative Assistant job, carrying out independent analysis of admin responsibilities synchronizing demands of dynamic and fast-paced environment<br /><br />• To pursue a career in a project management firm as an Administrative Assistant, using my vast knowledge of various GCO applications such as eTMF, CTSRS, Beacon and GREATS for project support<br /><br />• Desire an Administrative Assistant post at QS Marketing firm, performing administrative tasks while effectively communicating and interacting with management in a professional manner<br /><br />• Become the most efficient Administrative Assistant in a well-reputed healthcare organization, utilizing my relevant experience and awareness of scientific and medical terminology<br /><br />• Administrative Assistant 1 full-time position at the FandN insurance, performing all sorts of administrative tasks and supporting managers with exceptional organization capabilities<br /><br />• Interested in getting the Administrative Assistant position at Intel, carrying out complex and diversified assignments being able to work with globally dispersed teams<br /><br />• To become a part of GTandT as an Administrative Assistant for its Global Project House, sharing my experience and supporting business decisions aimed to maximize shareholder value<br /><br />• Attain the Administrative Assistant position at the Strategy and Portfolio Management Group at ConocoPhillips, providing administrative, secretarial and project support with flexibility and commitment<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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<br/></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12563655200790503167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2579894456937698921.post-27829801327194971842013-02-01T11:16:00.000-08:002013-02-18T15:06:53.176-08:00The Top 10 Nonprofit Job Seeking TipsThe newest statistics form the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show that the <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/02/business/economy/us-adds-157000-jobs-unemployment-rate-edges-up-to-7-9.html?_r=0" target="_blank">economy added 157,000 jobs</a> last month, continuing a series of steady gains for the market. That doesn't mean it will be any easier to get the <a href="http://www.nonprofitjobseeker.com/" target="_blank">nonprofit job</a> of your dreams.<br /><br />As the job market continues to improve, more job seekers will be looking to restart their search, potentially making an already competitive environment even tougher. Job seekers need to adjust themselves to this new market, and this can be done by re-examining the strategies they have so far followed.<br /><br />In an article posted on the website of The Bridgespan Group's, Tom Friel, a former advisor to the Boston, Mass.-based organization, stressed that individuals looking for employment will not have the success they desire until they follow these 10 job search tips:<br /><ul><li>Do a thorough and honest assessment of your own motivations, skills, and capabilities, and record them. </li><li>Decide very specifically what you want to do and make sure your qualifications match the job requirements.</li><li>Learn who the key players are at your target organizations and find a way to get in front of them.</li><li>Consider an interim path to your goal if necessary, such as consulting, temporary assignments, internships, or volunteering.</li><li>Use your personal network smartly and efficiently. It likely is much larger than you think it is.</li><li>Recognize that most people will want to help you, but they won’t do your homework for you. </li><li>Get connected with recruiters and other intermediaries who are specifically involved in the searches that fit your capabilities and objectives.</li><li>When preparing for a meeting, think about the needs of the person you’re meeting with. Over time if you help your contacts, they will help you.</li><li>When given an interview, prepare thoroughly and ask thoughtful questions.</li><li>When your search is completed, thank the people who helped you.</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><a href="http://cover-lettersample.blogspot.com">Cover Letter Sample</a><br/>
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