Assemble Necessary Information for a good resume( Heading, education, experience, skills) HEADING Name Street Address City, State, Zip code  Area code and home phone number Area code and business or cell number Professional E-mail address   EDUCATION Name of college  City and State without zip code  Type of degree Program of study/ major Graduation date  Achievements Relevant courses  GPA if 3.o or above   EXPERIENCE Name of the company  City and state without zip code  Position title  From month/year Action verb with bullets  Achievement     SKILLS Computer skills(Microsoft word, Excel, powerpoint, publisher, adobe photoshop software etc) Languages skills If you speak more than one language you should consider including language skills levels  (fluent in French, basic knowledge in English)     WHAT ELSE? Optional sections Objective/ career inte...

Job search widgets and gadgets Widgets, gadgets and tools that will help expedite your job search and manage your career. Job Search Tools In addition to the standard job search tools you need to conduct a professional job search(like a professional email address and voicemail ) there  are new tools and new feature on existing resources to help you expedite your job search Tools for professional job searching Before you seek employment make sure you have the appropriate tools for a professional and business-like job search because the first impression you give an employer is the most important one. Facebook  Apps for job searching Just about everyone is using Facebook for networking as well. With lots of search of job search applications to choose from Facebook is becoming more than a social networking site.These Facebook application can all be used as part of your search. Job Search iphone Apps There are a variety of job search apps available for your iphone and ...

Tips for internships Clarify expectation about the internship:both the employers and yours. It's a good idea to agree upon your responsibilities in writing Take advantage of the transition time at the beginning of your internship and ask lots of questions, you are not expected to know what is going on right away, but the fastest you learn the ins and outs of daily life on the job, the better off you'll be. Meet regularly with your supervisor to ensure that both of your expectation are being met. First impression are very important, as is maintaining good ones. It is important for you to dress, speak, write, and generally behave like a professional.Shake hands,make eye contact, smile, and be friendly and confident. Be observant and ask questions appropriate behavior at the work place. Focus on your communication skills, both written and verbal.Proofread your written work carefully.When communicating with coworkers choose respectful, tactful and professional language at ...

Workplace etiquette refers to proper behavior in the workplace, for making the environment where people work polite, respectful, pleasant place to be. There are several ways to get a good etiquette: WORK BEHAVIOR  Be punctual that means you have to respect your job schedule Learn office politics depending of the office Appear as professional as possible(clean, neat, appropriate attire for work setting) Be flexible Turn off your phone or put on silent Be sure to give credit to co-workers and those who contributed to a particular project or event. Be willing and motivated to take on new challenge s this attitude will enhance your value in your workplace. Watch your language avoid profanity or slang and inappropriate conversation topics CORRESPONDENCE ETIQUETTE Emails Memos Letters You will sometimes need them to communicate with clients,supervisors and co-workers via email memos and letters TELEPHONE ETIQUETTE So how to use it? some tips Try to return your call...

A cover letter is a document that introduces and sells yourself by providing information on skills and experiences of a job seeker to be submitted alongside a résumé.   There are several specific things that should be included in every cover letter:   Be specific You want to be sure to include the company name and address for which you are applying as well as the name of the position the name of the position are interested in. include the name of the person within the company that will be reviewing your cover letter and resume.   Keep it short Cover letters should be a half a page to a page in length at the most so it is important to use this space to describe how your skills and work history match with the requirements of the position.You do not want to restate what is written in your resume but rather highlight what specific skills from your work history will help you excel in the position you are applying for.   Set expectation You should always ...