Archive for October, 2007

Body Language Basics

Wednesday, October 31st, 2007

(instructions: the words in the italics should be read with an Italian accent)
Imagine a waiting room. It is very cozy. I know that nobody fancies waiting rooms, but this text is not about waiting, it is about people sitting down.

32 Forbidden Interview Questions

Sunday, October 21st, 2007

Did you know that some common questions can be “illegal“ if asked during a job interview? If you think it is easy being on the other side of the table, you were wrong. There is a long list of topics that should be avoided by the employer during a job interview.

Follow Up Letter | Tips and Tricks for Job Seekers

Saturday, October 20th, 2007

Follow up rigorously. In any job hunting environment, especially in a tough one, following up after an interview is imperative.
Most people don’t write after an interview, and if they do, they dash off predictable, trite letters that do nothing to remind the interviewer how singularly qualified they are for the job.
You must never fail to […]

Job Appllication | Social Security Numbers

Sunday, October 14th, 2007

I have found a sound advice about giving your social security number to potential employers. You can read the text here

174 Action Verbs for Your Resume

Sunday, October 7th, 2007

When writing your resume try using positive, active words to describe your responsibilities and achievements.

Here is the list of good active verbs you can use for writing your resume. Maybe you can use it as an inspiration