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May 2008

Video Resumes Hit You Tube

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Check out the short video resumes several candidates have posted on you tube. While I’m not absolutely sold on video resumes, they are definitely the newest trend. Take a look for yourself and consider how a creatively placed and crafted video resume, blog, website, or social networking page could change your virtual brand in the [...]

May 29, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

B4J’s Tip of the Week: What Your Voicemail Says About You. . .

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Small things matter to a recruiter. It’s the small things that can make a huge impression like direct eye contact, a handshake, and your voicemail message. Your voicemail message is often your first contact with your new prospective employer. How do you want to make a first impression? It has happened a time or two [...]

May 27, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Interview Types–Part II

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Please take a look at part two of the Interview Types series. I, myself was involved in a Dinner/Stress Interview several years ago when I first moved to Oklahoma. My initial impression of the interview was that the hiring manager was rude and angry when he in fact was testing my reactions and professionalism in [...]

May 21, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Networking Tip of the Day!

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Earlier today while attending a Employment Law conference, a good friend of mine shared with me a tip on how to get noticed and great for networking! When attending a presentation or conference in a meeting room, always sit in the front of the room. Not only will you draw the attention of your speaker [...]

May 21, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Voicemail Etiquette

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

It seems lately I’ve received a number of voicemails both at work and on my cell from customers or candidates that leave out important information when leaving a message. Here’s a quick best practice for voicemail. Know the name of the person you are leaving a message for. Sounds simple, right? I think so too. [...]

May 16, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Ask the Recruiter–8 mo. Job Search

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Dear bloggingforjobs, I’ve been in the job search for 8 months. I’ve applied for over 150 jobs and interviewed 25 different times. I’m so fed up, frustrated, and feel like a failure. Can you please help me? Jobless ********************************************************** Dear Jobless, I’m sorry you’ve been in the job hunt for so long. Depending upon the [...]

May 12, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Part I: Interview Types

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Part I: Interview Types Traditional Face to Face Interview Most interviews are face-to-face. The most traditional is a one-on-one conversation. Your focus should be on the person asking questions. Maintain eye contact, listen and respond once a question has been asked. Use the STAR method when answering questions: Situations/Task, Action, and Result. Your goal is [...]

May 8, 2008 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Interview Types–Four Part Series

by Jessica Miller-Merrell

Over the coming weeks, I will discuss different types of interviews. Some that I plan on discussing are Panel Interviews, Meal Time Interviews, Behavioral Interviews, Stress Interview, Informational Interview, and many others. I am planning at least a four part series with good information to get you fully prepared and ready to rock it!! Often [...]

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