There are so many job seekers all over the world today that it is difficult to give an exact count, but let's assume for once that the number is around 10 million. This might be the number of people who are currently looking out for a job change, and I mean ACTIVELY looking out. For a majority of these, making the switch might seem like a big deal simply because of one reason – lack of a proper resume. This is precisely where an online resume service helps so much.
Simply put, this service is available on a lot of the prominent job seeker sites, and entitles the job seeker to get a professional resume made by resume writers who have been in the industry for years. If you ask me, going for an online resume writing service is probably the best step one can take particularly at the start of one's career, since a set pattern is formed, and there can be simple additions without the positive effect going down at all. You can then review it once every couple of years to ensure that it it up to speed with the industry trends, but that is mostly all the investment you are going to make.
Truly a very correct step for a fruitful career ahead!
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
Online Career Advice - Why it is sometimes the best thing to do
Employed professionals are always found looking for better opportunities at some point or the other in their careers. Be it going from a low paying job to a high paying one, from a bigger organisation to a smaller one but at a better designation, or many of the cases that are exceptions in themselves, there is lots of movement in the job scenario. And where there are so many choices, it is but obvious that one would need advice regarding their careers. In this regard, online career advice has become a new trend for jobseekers to take the help of experts to find better jobs and plan their career.
In its initial years, people did not prefer the internet as a reliable source for anything, be it shopping, booking flight tickets, or job search. But as time passed by, and more security norms and regulations were imposed, the net became a trusted source for any and every requirement. Same was the case with online career advice. Initially viewed as just a sham for companies to promote themselves among prospective job seekers, this service has gained credibility over the years with a number of well-known professionals offering free guidance that is reliable as well as accurate. Currently, there are many such websites that give this service, and you have all to benefit from visiting and consulting the same.
In its initial years, people did not prefer the internet as a reliable source for anything, be it shopping, booking flight tickets, or job search. But as time passed by, and more security norms and regulations were imposed, the net became a trusted source for any and every requirement. Same was the case with online career advice. Initially viewed as just a sham for companies to promote themselves among prospective job seekers, this service has gained credibility over the years with a number of well-known professionals offering free guidance that is reliable as well as accurate. Currently, there are many such websites that give this service, and you have all to benefit from visiting and consulting the same.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Accepting an offer: Where should one draw the line
A lot of people are seen to have let go of perfectly decent opportunities just because they don’t think that the firm matches up to their standards. This post is an eye-opening job seeker advice for all of you who think that joining a small or not too known company means career disaster.
On the contrary, joining a small company ensures that you have a lot to learn. Imagine having to join the company of your dreams and getting a piece of your boss’ mind for not doing a seemingly trivial task simply because you did not know how to do it due to lack of experience. In a way, think of getting employed in a small or relatively unknown company as a sort of a training ground that prepares you for the future. Trust me; this is one job seeker advice that is going to do you wonders if you follow it.
Another point to consider is that it is a lot easier to get a good job when you are employed, since that is the industry norm. Also, it gives an impression to the other company that you at least know about working in an office, which is of particularly significant help in case of fresher.
All in all, I would say that one must never miss out on any opportunity to work, as it would definitely help you directly or otherwise in your career growth.
On the contrary, joining a small company ensures that you have a lot to learn. Imagine having to join the company of your dreams and getting a piece of your boss’ mind for not doing a seemingly trivial task simply because you did not know how to do it due to lack of experience. In a way, think of getting employed in a small or relatively unknown company as a sort of a training ground that prepares you for the future. Trust me; this is one job seeker advice that is going to do you wonders if you follow it.
Another point to consider is that it is a lot easier to get a good job when you are employed, since that is the industry norm. Also, it gives an impression to the other company that you at least know about working in an office, which is of particularly significant help in case of fresher.
All in all, I would say that one must never miss out on any opportunity to work, as it would definitely help you directly or otherwise in your career growth.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Why the top employment sites need 'modified' resumes
There are many people who are curious to know the degree to which they can 'manipulate' their resume, so to speak, to ensure that the top employment sites get them their desired jobs without having too much trouble. This way, candidates basically hope that the leading companies in their domain search for them, and not the other way around. However, this is easier said than done, since there are many who seem to have discovered the value of a good resume.
Coming back to the main topic, resume manipulation might seem like an unethical thing to do, but in the current times, it's very important to 'show-off' your skills and the kind of responsibilities you are used to handling. Of course, this does not mean that you fictitiously give the impression of being an acting CEO while being a senior manager, it is somehow essential to highlight your present duties by just playing around with words. This is essential because when companies interested in recruiting candidates check out the top employment sites, they always check the resume before calling the person for interview. However, you must only include things in your resume that you can actually prove. For instance, if you have stated that your job includes interacting with external clients, you must be able to demonstrate that skill should be called for a demo of the same. So, it is essential to be prepared regarding whichever questions that can be thrown on you at the time of the interview.
Coming back to the main topic, resume manipulation might seem like an unethical thing to do, but in the current times, it's very important to 'show-off' your skills and the kind of responsibilities you are used to handling. Of course, this does not mean that you fictitiously give the impression of being an acting CEO while being a senior manager, it is somehow essential to highlight your present duties by just playing around with words. This is essential because when companies interested in recruiting candidates check out the top employment sites, they always check the resume before calling the person for interview. However, you must only include things in your resume that you can actually prove. For instance, if you have stated that your job includes interacting with external clients, you must be able to demonstrate that skill should be called for a demo of the same. So, it is essential to be prepared regarding whichever questions that can be thrown on you at the time of the interview.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Top employment sites helping job seekers and recruiters alike
These days, thanks to the fantastic pace at which technology and the internet have advanced, one doesn’t actually need to go to companies or search in newspapers to find the perfect job. Some of the top employment sites do the job perfectly well for job seekers to get the perfect job in their chosen domain.
Even for the recruiters, these top employment sites are of significant help, since there is now a one-click access to thousands of resumes (maybe even more, in certain cases) for them to zero in on the right candidate. This is a sea change from the earlier practice of companies needing to hire recruitment agencies for hiring purposes, and going through days and weeks of conducting interviews to find the right match for the job.
Even for the recruitment agencies, who are hired in case there is not particular HR department, like in start up firms, or if there is a bulk requirement that can’t be handled by the in-house HR. There is absolutely no issue regarding the educational qualifications, experience, skill set, and so on, since these employment websites make sure that all the recruiters’ needs are met with designated fields for displaying only relevant resumes. For the job seeker, it works the other way around, as they can search particularly for openings they are interested in.
All in all, it’s a win-win situation for all three parties, all thanks to the internet.
Even for the recruiters, these top employment sites are of significant help, since there is now a one-click access to thousands of resumes (maybe even more, in certain cases) for them to zero in on the right candidate. This is a sea change from the earlier practice of companies needing to hire recruitment agencies for hiring purposes, and going through days and weeks of conducting interviews to find the right match for the job.
Even for the recruitment agencies, who are hired in case there is not particular HR department, like in start up firms, or if there is a bulk requirement that can’t be handled by the in-house HR. There is absolutely no issue regarding the educational qualifications, experience, skill set, and so on, since these employment websites make sure that all the recruiters’ needs are met with designated fields for displaying only relevant resumes. For the job seeker, it works the other way around, as they can search particularly for openings they are interested in.
All in all, it’s a win-win situation for all three parties, all thanks to the internet.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Accepting an offer: Where should one draw the line
A lot of people are seen to have let go of perfectly decent opportunities just because they don’t think that the firm matches up to their standards. This post is an eye-opening job seeker advice for all of you who think that joining a small or not too known company means career disaster.
On the contrary, joining a small company ensures that you have a lot to learn. Imagine having to join the company of your dreams and getting a piece of your boss’ mind for not doing a seemingly trivial task simply because you did not know how to do it due to lack of experience. In a way, think of getting employed in a small or relatively unknown company as a sort of a training ground that prepares you for the future. Trust me; this is one job seeker advice that is going to do you wonders if you follow it.
Another point to consider is that it is a lot easier to get a good job when you are employed, since that is the industry norm. Also, it gives an impression to the other company that you at least know about working in an office, which is of particularly significant help in case of fresher.
All in all, I would say that one must never miss out on any opportunity to work, as it would definitely help you directly or otherwise in your career growth.
On the contrary, joining a small company ensures that you have a lot to learn. Imagine having to join the company of your dreams and getting a piece of your boss’ mind for not doing a seemingly trivial task simply because you did not know how to do it due to lack of experience. In a way, think of getting employed in a small or relatively unknown company as a sort of a training ground that prepares you for the future. Trust me; this is one job seeker advice that is going to do you wonders if you follow it.
Another point to consider is that it is a lot easier to get a good job when you are employed, since that is the industry norm. Also, it gives an impression to the other company that you at least know about working in an office, which is of particularly significant help in case of fresher.
All in all, I would say that one must never miss out on any opportunity to work, as it would definitely help you directly or otherwise in your career growth.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Bye Bye Recession! Jobs are back
Doesn’t the title of this post make you feel like jumping with joy over the fact that now, there are endless opportunities to explore, and that the bad phase is finally over. However, it is also the time when you can recklessly choose a stream that is not really your core area of expertise, which is why you need sound job seeker advice before really jumping onboard any particular job.
And if you may like to counter that point by saying that regardless of what you do, if you’re good at it, you will eventually succeed. But this is where many are mistaken, since career professionals aren’t about forcing you to go down the tried and tested path, but to make you realise your true potential and help you channelize your energies in the right direction. Often, job seeker advice is given to those who are either in the wrong job, or are confused about their career. But in no way does it mean that only those who are not skilled enough to find jobs need to have professional advice.
Many of the most talented people in diverse industry verticals have taken professional advice to enhance their skills. But what is most important while going for such counselling is that you must be completely ready to accept change, and trust the other person completely. I would also be presenting a list of everything that needs to be done before consulting a professional in my next post.
Stay tuned for a better career!
And if you may like to counter that point by saying that regardless of what you do, if you’re good at it, you will eventually succeed. But this is where many are mistaken, since career professionals aren’t about forcing you to go down the tried and tested path, but to make you realise your true potential and help you channelize your energies in the right direction. Often, job seeker advice is given to those who are either in the wrong job, or are confused about their career. But in no way does it mean that only those who are not skilled enough to find jobs need to have professional advice.
Many of the most talented people in diverse industry verticals have taken professional advice to enhance their skills. But what is most important while going for such counselling is that you must be completely ready to accept change, and trust the other person completely. I would also be presenting a list of everything that needs to be done before consulting a professional in my next post.
Stay tuned for a better career!
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Present benefits or future opportunities - The never-ending confusion - Part 1
While deciding upon joining a new job from multiple options available, there are often times when one opportunity provides you a better salary, but the company is not a very well-known one, and another one that is vice-versa, i.e., a very established brand-name that would be a fabulous addition to your resume, but does not pay as much as the other offer. And if you are presently employed with another firm, this adds on to the confusion. What you need to decide now, is how to choose between the two: better future prospects, or present monetary benefits. Let’s analyse the situation for an unbiased job seeker advice.
As a rule of thumb, deciding between whether you want to go for a better salary or a good position varies from individual to individual, his/her family responsibilities, position in the present organisation, and so on. Let’s take the example of an executive who is presently in search of a new job to leave his present one. A better salary might be on his priority list if he is concerned only about short term or monetary growth. However, if he wants to stick to the same domain in the long term, he would be better off going for an offer that gives him a better brand name, even if it is at a comparatively lower salary or position than the other offer, or the current job. For example, a senior copy writer in a small advertising firm might take up a regular copy writer position at a bigger firm, even if the pay is the same or marginally up, since he knows that the future prospects would be good. Similarly, if he wants to switch over to some other domain, he might accept a job at the same salary, regardless of the level of the firm, since he is looking forward to gaining exposure before going after bigger pay scales.
This is just one of the many cases that require sound job seeker advice. We would be taking a look at all of them in the following posts.
Stay tuned!
As a rule of thumb, deciding between whether you want to go for a better salary or a good position varies from individual to individual, his/her family responsibilities, position in the present organisation, and so on. Let’s take the example of an executive who is presently in search of a new job to leave his present one. A better salary might be on his priority list if he is concerned only about short term or monetary growth. However, if he wants to stick to the same domain in the long term, he would be better off going for an offer that gives him a better brand name, even if it is at a comparatively lower salary or position than the other offer, or the current job. For example, a senior copy writer in a small advertising firm might take up a regular copy writer position at a bigger firm, even if the pay is the same or marginally up, since he knows that the future prospects would be good. Similarly, if he wants to switch over to some other domain, he might accept a job at the same salary, regardless of the level of the firm, since he is looking forward to gaining exposure before going after bigger pay scales.
This is just one of the many cases that require sound job seeker advice. We would be taking a look at all of them in the following posts.
Stay tuned!
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