Job Searching Tips

What’s the worst that could happen if you lie to a recruiter?

If you are a job seeker, you could essentially become blacklisted by the recruiter, his firm, and their contacts.

Recruiters are networkers.

They talk.

If you lie, they can find out.  If they find out, they will question everything else you’ve told them.

Check out this Recruiting Blogs post by Craig Watson, titled If I could turn back time… or recreate history…

Craig tells the story of a candidate he was representing that had LIED.

Craig was disappointed, because he should have gotten a nice commission from placing him.

I’m sure he was embarrassed, as the real story started to unravel.

I’m sure he was angry that the candidate put him through that, and made him look bad .

Do you think Craig would want to work with, or recommend that candidate, ever?  If someone

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This confidence game isnt the same as the scam. This one applies to those who have been hunting with no results and are becoming discouraged. Rapidly.

Lets go back to how most people search, because thats where the problem or problems are. Your cover letter neglects to tie you to the ad and your resume fails to entice. Or perhaps your cover letter sells and your resume is full of accomplishments, but you’re answering unrealistic ads.  Or perhaps you’re targeting ads wisely, but being overly picky, forgetting that ads tell if you want to interview, not if you want to work there. 

 Most people stick with the job boards, unwilling to do the work necessary for cold approaches and afraid of putting their ego on the line for follow ups.  They’re fed up with trying to reach recruiters, generally because they’re doing it in an ineffective manner. Consequentl

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A lot of people with busy schedules begin to consider obtaining their phlebotomy certification online. Getting accreditation is generally an easy option even for those who do not have time for attending training in the classroom. Although even the online phlebotomist classes require hands-on education, you will spend much less time in the classroom compared to the traditional courses that are not web-based.

The particular online programs are numerous, and also include lessons on physiology, venipuncture and laboratory techniques. Find more…

On Wednesday I’m attending an event focused on how to get men more vocal in the work/life discussion.  Especially how to get them to participate more in some of the programs and policies available at their workplace.  But it’s hard.  While we’ve come a long way since  Mr. Mom.  Men also face career penalties for wanting a better work life fit.

But the world of work is changing.

I am thrilled to announce the my husband’s little brother is a brand new proud papa.  He couldn’t be more over the moon.  And he will be home to enjoy the first two weeks, entirely.  He took the paternity leave offered and never questioned that he could/should/would.    He is GenY, hi

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1. Prepare your visit by learning about local customs. Read and speak with Canadian colleagues with overseas experience as well as colleagues from the host country.
2. Establish rapport from the start by showing that you’re approachable and respectful of participants’ expertise and experience.
3. If you already use humour in the Canadian context, use humour appropriately in the international environment: faculty of many cultures find it engaging.
4. Be sensitive to the local context when using case studies.
5. Help participants share personal experiences. Encourage them to tell their stories.

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