By:  Barbara Safani Published by:  AOL Jobs For those of  you interested in employment with the federal government, don’t miss this insightful article by Ms. Safani with many tips on writing an acceptable resume for this huge sector. Click on the link below. http://jobs.aol.com/articles/2011/01/13/write-a-resume-for-a-federal-job/?icid=main|htmlws-sb-w|dl4|sec3_lnk1|195250  

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  Here’s a very informative and interesting article to help your interviewing skills. “What Not to Say in a Job Interview” By:  Kelly Eggers, Fins Finance http://www.fins.com/Finance/Articles/SB130313870461006621/What-Not-to-Say-in-a-Job-Interview?Type=4&reflink=djm_emailfinshouse_may1911_wsjfr I think you will find it useful information.  Just click the link. Cheers, John    

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By: Joyce Lain Kennedy, Tribune Media Services Dear Joyce: You advise readers to “quantity” on their resume what they do.  I’m a call center employee working from home. I can’t quantify.  I answer customers’ questions and resolve their issues. Now what? — M.T. Actually, you may be able to state impressive measurable performance indicators. Don’t…

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By:  Elaine Varelas, Managing Partner, Keystone Associates (by permission) Q.  My resume has gotten rather lengthy over the past few years.  I would like the help of a resume writing professional.  Any recommendations?  What can I expect to be charged? A.  Revising resumes can be challenging.  For a professional with 15 years experience, a two-page…

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By:  Goodwill Industries of Lower South Carolina, Inc. 1.  Apply to one or more temporary agencies.  One of the best ways to keep working, even while looking for a permanent position, is to take a temp position.  There are temporary agencies for almost all kinds of workers, and depending on your location, you may find…

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By Joyce Lain Kennedy, author of the syndicated “Careers Now” column.  She’s been an expert in employment for nearly four decades. Her work is distributed by Tribune Media Services. Larry Hughes used a channel leading to employment that hasn’t been tested by most professional and managerial job seekers: blogging. Previously, he directed publicity at HarperCollins, a major…

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