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Resumes
Resume Review: Your 15-Second Sell. By Joanna Bradley
You’ve got 15 seconds. Go! How do you make sure that you get yourself across in the average 15 seconds that a recruiter or hiring manager is going to give your resume? Hear from Joanna Bradley, IT Sales & Marketing Recruitment Manager at Redfish Technology.Read the full article 
Cover Letters
A cover letter should always accompany your resume. Your goal is to get an interview, and this may be your only chance to get the employer’s attention. A cover letter is an introduction and is not a reiteration of your resume. Keep it short, one page should be sufficient to introduce yourself and capture the prospective employer’s attention. Communicate your interest in the company. Highlight why you are qualified for the position. Request an interview.Read the full article Articles on Writing Resumes, Tips, and Things to Avoid
Vast resources exist on writing and honing resumes. Looking online can get you any number of resources, some better than others. Amongst other resources, we’d recommend consulting with peers, viewing the resume of people in similar roles on LinkedIn, taking advantage of your relationship with your recruiter to get pointers. And here are some articles on writing resumes that we enjoyed.Read the full article How to Write a Resume. Resume Basics
The number of words written on writing resumes is astounding. Just Google “resume” and the results go on forever. This article attempts to summarize some resume basics and put forth some ideas based on several decades of cumulative experience and countless thousands of resumes read.Read the full article Resume Writing Services
A professional resume is critical — you will likely never get a second chance so you’ve got to put your best foot forward. From Online Templates to Hiring Out the crafting of your resume, there are an uncountable number of services available. You know your experience, skills and abilities better than anyone, but if you get stuck or just want a total refresh, look for a professional resume writer.Read the full article Non-Traditional / Alternate Media Resumes
The classic paper resume has already been replaced by the electronic version, but the format stays the same. But what about a website, blog, or VisualCV? Here are some ideas for great complementary resumes.Read the full article Working with a Recruiter
Green Technology Staffing - Germany
Germany - GTS: Green Technology Staffing. Our partner in Germany, Green Technology Staffing is committed to reducing CO2 emissions. They are recruiting specialists for Green Technology enterprises. http://greentechstaff.de/Read the full article Working with a Recruiter: Why, Who, How?
There are a whole lot of recruiters offering various services. How should you choose a recruiter and how can you make the most out of working with him or her?Read the full article Career Management
Do You Have Your References in Hand? You Should!
Whether you are an active job seeker or not you should have your references ready to go. Keep up on references, strike while the iron is hot to ask relevant people if they would be your reference or recommend you on LinkedIn. Always exercise professional courtesy by informing your reference in advance when they may get a call, and make sure they are prepared to speak about you.Read the full article Breaking into Green
Green Recruiter, Greg Schreiner, shares his experience on starting a green career. Greg discusses challenges and opportunities he’s seeing and offers advice on a number of proactive avenues that can open up doors to a successful transition to a green career.Read the full article Changing Jobs. Is now the right time?
Recent surveys have shown a lot of dissatisfaction and uncertainty in the workplace, as well as staff cuts, many employees didn’t get a pay raise or bonus in 2009. Is it time to look for another job?Read the full article Sabbatical: Career Builder or Career Damper?
“Are career breaks or sabbatical years really accepted? Does the industry welcome you back, acknowledging the strengths and prior experiences? Or is there a price to pay?”Read the full article Transitioning from High Tech to Green Tech
The greentech top talent shortage is real. Green industries’ high growth and fast innovation, makes for fierce competition among experienced green professionals. High tech-experienced talent is filling some of the demand; the ease of transition depends on the role and industry.Read the full article Renewable Energy Education: Certification and Degrees
The global clean energy sector will top one trillion dollars by 2020, and according to the Council of Economic Advisers, green jobs pay a premium of 10 to 20% on average over other jobs. What certification or degree do you need to advance in the green career of your choice?Read the full article Presentation at the Green Jobs & Entrepreneurship Fair - Transitioning from High Tech to Green Tech
PowerPoint Presentation from the Green Jobs & Entrepreneurship Fair in Berkeley, CA held on February 16th, 2011. Intro: The greentech top talent shortage is real. Green industries’ high growth and fast innovation, makes for fierce competition among experienced green professionals. High tech-experienced talent is filling some of the demand; the ease of transition depends on the role and industry.Read the full article Top 10 Skills in Demand in 2010
What skill set will your company be looking to add in 2010?Read the full article Salary & Compensation
Salary Negotiation - Tips You Can Use In Any Job Market
The "how to" of negotiating salaries has likely been a hot topic since the invention of employment. Jobs, companies, and employers are as different as snowflakes and cannot be lumped into any generalized salary list. It is important to consider each snowflake individually. While it’s great to think big, it is important to consider your bottom line. Know ahead of your search what is non-negotiable and what makes your "dream" job.Read the full article Education pays: More education leads to higher earnings, lower unemployment
Learn more, earn more—and avoid unemployment. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) consistently show that with increased education, median earnings rise and average rates of unemployment fall.Read the full article The Art of Salary Negotiation: Understanding What You're Worth
In today's economy, most of us think that salary negotiation involves taking a huge gamble, thus putting the security of one's current position on the line. To be honest, there may be a few risks involved with stepping up and asking for what you think you deserve, but if you equip yourself with the knowledge beforehand, these risks are dramatically reduced. Take our advice to mind, and you will end up on top.Read the full article Credentials, Please. By Austin Bristow
The right credentials mean a lot, especially in today’s highly competitive job market. Advanced qualifications show personal development and professional dedication. But not all certifications are created equal. And deciding on the right advanced certification requires having a clear career path.Read the full article Polarization of Job Opportunities in the U.S. Labor Market: Implications for Employment and Earnings
Excerpt of "The Polarization of Job Opportunities in the U.S. Labor Market: Implications for Employment and Earnings". Despite the extremely adverse U.S. employment situation in 2010, history suggests that employment will eventually return and unemployment will eventually subside. But the key challenges facing the U.S. labor market—almost all of which were evident prior to the Great Recession—will surely endure. These challenges are two-fold.Read the full article Recruiting on a Diet, or Compensation Expectations Lining Up. By Rob Reeves
In the 15 years of recruiting that I’ve done, this year is actually one where the candidate’s and company’s expectations for compensation are the most in line. I’m seeing our clients continue to hire selectively and respectfully — without taking the short sided “low-balling” approach mentioned. Certainly the 10-15% salary bumps for moving to a new company (as commonly practiced in the not too distant past) are fewer and further apart, but I’m not watching massive pay cuts or major discrepancies on the salary subject. As a matter of fact, there seems to be a bit more teamwork and cooperation between employee and employer as we realize that we’re all in this together and we’ll need to work together to be successful in these challenging times.Read the full article Interviewing
How To Evaluate a Job Offer
Congratulations on the job offer! Are you going to take it? Hopefully you did your research up front and you know that it is a good company, with a culture and mission that excites you. What about the compensation package? Does it stack up? You’ll need to evaluate a lot of aspects in order to give a response in a short period. Get going!Read the full article Reference Checks Take Out 1 in 5 Candidates
A new survey published by OfficeTeam shows that 21% of candidates are removed from consideration when the reference check is performed. Hiring managers predominantly are seeking to more information on a candidate’s past duties and experience, the second most common questions regard the applicant’s strengths and weaknesses.Read the full article Thoughtful Interview Preparation: Getting Your Dream Job
Thoughtful Interview Preparation: Getting Your Dream Job.Preparation is key - whether you haven’t interviewed in a decade or if you’ve had ten recent interviews. - A Resource from Redfish Technology, Executive Recruiter in High Tech and Green Energy.Read the full article Job Search
Want a Job? 5 Steps to Personal Branding
The unemployed and underemployed worker is struggling to find work. Here are 5 must-do steps every serious job seeker must follow to stand out from other candidates.Read the full article Secrets to Impressing your Recruiter and Landing the Job
Whether you are applying directly to a company or working with an independent search firm, you need to impress the recruiter! The recruiter is likely your first point of contact, you need to impress them and do your part to streamline the process. How? Learn from Rob Reeves, CEO, President of Redfish Technology - High Tech and Green Energy RecruitersRead the full article When is the Best Time to Look for a New Job?
The old adage follows that the best time to look for a job is when you already have one. While this may still hold true, the reality of today’s economic climate dictates that many excellent candidates are finding themselves unemployed and in the midst of a job search. Ultimately, you are looking to improve upon your current role, so the best time to look for a job is when you are personally invested in the process.Read the full article Job Searching Avenues
There are many ways to job search, and certainly the more avenues that are explored and doors knocked on, the greater number of opportunities you will find. Obviously you need your resume polished and ready. Next, develop a list of the companies you’d like to work for. Now get in touch!Read the full article Tips for Finding a New Job While You Are Currently Employed
The current job market is not ideal and there is uncertainty; that said there are great career opportunities out there. If you are currently employed it is more difficult to conduct a job search, but it can be done smartly and respectfully. Here are some tips for a productive job search while currently employed:Read the full article Social Media
Social Media. Be There, Beware.
Before you type those 140+ characters, remember that your audience could be almost anyone. Whether you are job searching (but especially if you are) or employed, you need to keep in mind that the internet indeed connects you to great opportunities and it connects those opportunities to you.Read the full article Putting the “Human” in Social Media. . . the Increased Importance of Good Recruiting
Recruiters have been most valued for their ability to source, attract and deliver talent that employers may not have found on their own. What happens to recruiting when social media and the web give virtually everyone, access to the same “haystack” of potential candidates? By Shannon TinkerRead the full article Best of the Web
25 Helpful Forums About Technical Careers. By Tara Snyder of Online Training
No matter what your online training goals are for entering into or advancing a career in technology, it is important to be ahead of the curve. The latest piece of technology, trend in the markets, or juicy job opening can literally be only seconds away and can be a huge missed opportunity for those outside the technological loop. To help keep you in said loop, we have gathered 25 helpful forums about technical careers.Read the full article Recommended Web Sites
Here are some sites we like for career tips, HR articles, resume services, etc.Read the full article
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