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Learn the Basics of Building Your Job Search Network

Record unemployment across the nation÷ has÷ made job networking÷ the most sought after skill in America. That is not surprising when÷ studies show that nearly 75% of÷ jobs are filled by people who learned of the job opening by word of mouth.÷ Yet,÷ few job seekers÷ apply themselves to developing effective networking skills. This is difficult to understand when you realize that networking is simply about meeting people and asking them to÷ lend their eyes and ears to your job search. If you wish to÷ develop your networking skills,÷ sit down and make a list of÷ who you know.


Good Resume Karma for Hospitality Workers

So, you"ve done your turn in the trenches. You"ve been a busperson, head waiter, bartender, host, and what-not. After ten to twenty years, many hospitality workers, feeling burned-out at the late shifts and long hours, yearn to break into the ranks of higher management. Yet they find themselves in a kind of "glass ceiling" situation. They can"t get a recruiter to look twice at their resume, even when the qualifications are more than a match for the job.


Resume Shooting You in the Foot? . . . Take this FREE test!

We"ve come to expect a lot from a resume. Yet, in reality it plays only a peripheral role in your job search. Think of it more as a business card that introduces you to an employer.

In fact, no one is going to hire you on the basis of it. An employer has to get to know you before making a decision. So, how does your resume stack up?

It"s easy to find out. Get out a piece of paper and take this test. Just answer "yes" or "no". It will show you whether your resume passes muster in today"s sophisticated job marketplace. The old-fashioned methods of putting a resume together are OUT! Have you met the criteris expected of a sharp, assertive resume that"s expected of you these days? You can click in the link below to see how you"ve done.

DIRECTIONS: For your convenience, print this test out. Indicate either "true" or "false" if you agree or disagree with a statement. When you"ve finished, CLICK on the answer/scoring link. The scoring formula will help you evaluate your current state of readiness for the job marketplace.

1. A good resume should state your age.

2. Most employers prefers a multipage resume.

3. It"s OK to leave out salary information.

4. Employers want you include references in your resume.

5. Resumes are carefully scrutinized by employers who expect to find in-depth and detailed information.

6. Attaching a flattering recent photo of yourself enhances your chances.

7. A well-prepared resume leads to an early job offer.

8. It"s better to be upfront about a firing or other job history problem.

9. A resume should ideally be thought of as a personal advertising brochure.

10. Mailing your resume directly to an employer is the fastest way to land an interview.

11. Showing your compensation for each job builds your credibility.

12. Employers appreciate knowing what your salary requirements are.

13. For the best results direct your resume to the Personnel Manager.

14. If an employer never sees your resume, you"ll never see a job offer.

15. Most traditional resumes tell employers why they shouldn"t hire you.






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