Job Search January Challenge #4 So you’ve set some job search goals, you’re networking, and you’ve built a skills inventory. What do you say when you meet someone who might be a good job resource? Here’s an example of what NOT TO DO (this is hilarious, be sure to listen): Genius Needs a Part-time Job [...]
Proofreading Pointers to Keep Your Resume in the Running
The job of your resume is to earn you a job interview. That’s a big job, especially when there is a lot of competition for each job opening. Hiring managers try to avoid frustration and eye strain by giving your resume a quick glance to determine whether it is worthy of a closer look. If [...]
Ignite Missoula–Resumes in the Raw!
I’ll bet you’re wondering how my presentation, Resumes in the Raw –A Report on Ridiculous, Erroneous, and Otherwise Regrettable Resumes went at Ignite Missoula v.3. When I last updated you all, I hadn’t yet composed the slides or organized my thoughts for the event. What is Ignite? Ignite is a community forum that began in [...]
Ignite Missoula – Share Your Passion
Yikes! I just submitted a topic to present at Ignite Missoula on October 14, 2010—just two and half weeks away. I’ve never done anything like this before. According to their website, Ignite is “a community event celebrating the passion and creativity of geek culture. ” Doesn’t that just make you happy? It is a forum [...]