Make this week's job search about getting the most out of online media...
If you do one thing this week, sign up to this free webinar on identifying your strengths: today, Weds 18 May, 8pm EDT (that's midnight GMT, but it's worth staying up for...)
And if you do two things, check out this Twitter chat on acing the interview: today, Wed 18 May, 8pm EST (that's 1am GMT -- it might be a late one tonight!)
~~ selling yourself ~~ getting that dream job ~~ taking charge of your career ~~
Showing posts with label social media. Show all posts
Showing posts with label social media. Show all posts
Wednesday, 18 May 2011
Saturday, 14 May 2011
Saturday Digest: Job Search
Going through the stages of a job search...
In the second post of the morning, we look at the job searching process from numerous different angles, from...
Happy weekend, all -- normal service will be resumed next week!
In the second post of the morning, we look at the job searching process from numerous different angles, from...
- ...launching a successful job search, to...
- ...organizing your job search, and...
- ...utilizing social media in searching.
Happy weekend, all -- normal service will be resumed next week!
Saturday, 26 March 2011
Saturday Digest: Job Hunt Tips
Today's digest presents job hunting tips...
Whether it's the inside story from head-hunting professionals or ideas on using Twitter as a job search tool, this morning's focus is on helping you take control of the job search.
Tips from the professionals.
General hints and tips.
Twitter as a job search 'Twool'...
Have a good weekend, all!
Whether it's the inside story from head-hunting professionals or ideas on using Twitter as a job search tool, this morning's focus is on helping you take control of the job search.
Tips from the professionals.
General hints and tips.
Twitter as a job search 'Twool'...
Have a good weekend, all!
Saturday, 5 March 2011
Saturday Digest: Leveraging Technology
Finishing the week with a look at using new technologies in your job search...
Have you thought about a 'networking resume'?
Would a personal website be useful to you?
What about your social media profile?
Remember to sign up to our email list and receive your exclusive copy of the IIS Communication Checklist, and come back here next week for more useful job search information.
Have you thought about a 'networking resume'?
Would a personal website be useful to you?
What about your social media profile?
Remember to sign up to our email list and receive your exclusive copy of the IIS Communication Checklist, and come back here next week for more useful job search information.
Saturday, 19 February 2011
Saturday Digest: More Resumés/CVs
Today's digest sees IIS return to a popular topic for job-seekers...
This Saturday, we think more about how to brand yourself and your resumé or CV. Remember, an interview is, ultimately, about selling a product: you.
This Saturday, we think more about how to brand yourself and your resumé or CV. Remember, an interview is, ultimately, about selling a product: you.
Are you thinking about a resumé interview to help you write your resumé?
Some techniques for using social media marketing in your resumé.*
Finally, here are some thoughts on personal branding.
Check back next week for more specially written articles and regular digests.
*If you're interested in thinking more about the power of social networks in your working life, do read our Academy28 blog post on the topic, here.
Saturday, 12 February 2011
Saturday Digest: Thinking Graphically
Giving your CV/resumé a visual or online twist...
To start with, here's an interesting article on a possible development in the tried-and-tested CV format:
Will Your Next CV Be an Infographic?
And how about leveraging another form of technology?
Your Facebook Resumé
Finally, while this may not be particularly relevant to you if graphic design isn't your industry, it may give you some ideas about just what to do to elevate your CV/Resumé above the 'herd':
Creative CVs/Resumés
Have a good weekend, and do drop in next week: as well as an exclusive 'teaser' from the IIS e-book, we'll be expanding the blog to include full-length articles on top of the regular digests.
To start with, here's an interesting article on a possible development in the tried-and-tested CV format:
Will Your Next CV Be an Infographic?
And how about leveraging another form of technology?
Your Facebook Resumé
Finally, while this may not be particularly relevant to you if graphic design isn't your industry, it may give you some ideas about just what to do to elevate your CV/Resumé above the 'herd':
Creative CVs/Resumés
Have a good weekend, and do drop in next week: as well as an exclusive 'teaser' from the IIS e-book, we'll be expanding the blog to include full-length articles on top of the regular digests.
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