Getting a job is a race to the finish line . . . So why walk when you can run? You might think that only techies and geeks look for jobs online and that only high-tech companies list their openings on Web sites. But you'd be wrong. In the information age, going online is often the quickest, easiest, and cheapest way to find what you're looking for-and that holds true for job hunters, too. In fact, if you aren't online, you're missing out on thousands of opportunities in almost every field. And you don't have to be a computer genius. All you need is access to the Internet and a little bit of guidance. Using the Internet-and this book-you can get your name and resume in front of more people in an hour than you can in a week using conventional methods. Your 24/7 Online Job Search Guide is designed for those who don't have much computer experience. Fast, easy, and informative, this book gives you the knowledge you need to get online-and get a job. Topics include: * An introduction to the Internet and the job-search resources you can find online * Assessing your goals and getting started * Protecting yourself from identity theft and other frauds * Building your online resume * Using e-mail, Usenet, mailing lists, and newsgroups * The best job-search sites and industry-specific sites on the Web * Technical terms you might need to know * Using corporate information sites to investigate a particular company * Doing in-person interviews

The Proven, Professional Resume and Job Search Guide for Executivesin the 100K and Above Salary Range This new, expanded edition of a classic bestseller supplementsveteran career advisor William Montag's years of experience withthe powerful online resources of CareerJournal.com, The Wall StreetJournal's own career Web site. Let this handy resource be your ownprofessional executive coach with up-to-the-minute advice on how toland your ideal executive job using proven high-visibilitymarketing techniques. The top-notch, real-world resume and cover letter samples insidewill help you launch your search with the same competitive edgeheld by the top-level clients of Montag Associates. You'll learnhow critical self-marketing is to your success and how to maximizeyour marketability by pairing the perfect cover letter with theright resume for any job opportunity. By combining the author'spower packaging and patented Expansionist Theory(TM) methods with24/7 online job search strategies you can outmarket, outsmart, andoutclass the competition. Put your executive job search on the fast track with: * All the marketing techniques and online skills of professionalexecutive career coaches * Up-to-date listings of the best career and job search sites onthe Internet * Sample resumes accompanied by their own specially designed coverletters * Frequently asked questions and market-tested answers * Top ten rules for the twenty-first-century job market

An executive-level job search is unique. As a professional, you are used to delivering results, and seeing results delivered to you in return. You have little patience with methods that are lengthy or ambiguous or that rarely hit their mark. Therefore, in today's competitive marketplace and challenging economic climate, "your" job search is particularly challenging, and finding the right professional position for "you" can become complex and frustrating. "'The Fast Track Guide to a Professional Job Search'" was written to take the guesswork out of finding the right executive-level position for you. Serving as your handy guide and indispensable companion, it contains everything you need to drive your job search and career forward. It takes you all the way from setting your career path, through the planning and strategizing, the execution, the emotional rollercoaster, and all the way to offer evaluation and acceptance. Written by Joanie Natalizio, a professional executive coach who steers a successful business coaching practice, 'The Fast Track Guide to a Professional Job Search' teaches you to distinguish yourself, present your unique strengths and capabilities, and make sure an offer is a good fit for you before you accept it. All through the book, the easy to use checklists make sure you stay on track. How to create a professional biography and tips on evaluating compensation packages are just a few of the many executive job search topics discussed. Joanie reveals little known tips traditionally restricted to executive career coaching sessions, so that you have an extra edge in your job search. With "'The Fast Track Guide to a Professional Job Search'" at hand, you can proceed in your executive job search with clarity, competence and complete confidence.

Understanding Careers: The Metaphors of Working Lives uses a unique framework of nine archetypal metaphors to encapsulate the field of career studies. Using an easy-to-read style, author Kerr Inkson examines key concepts, illustrating them with over 50 authentic career cases, to build an excellent bridge between theory and "real life."

The inside scoop . . .for when you want more than the official line Today's job market is more competitive than ever. How can you distinguish yourself from the competition and get the job you really want? The Unofficial Guide? to Landing a Job walks both new and veteran job hunters through every aspect of landing a great position, from understanding how hiring decisions are made to evaluating and negotiating offers--and everything in between. Whether you're new to the job market, changing careers, or seeking a new position after a layoff or termination, this all-inclusive guide covers all the bases--from defining your niche and writing your resume to developing top-notch communication skills, researching potential employers, and even bouncing back from rejection. Packed with up-to-date information and tips and tricks you won't find anywhere else, it delivers all the know-how you need to make yourself the top candidate, knock 'em dead in the interview--and get hired! * Vital Information on hiring decisions that other sources don't reveal. * Insider Secrets on what employers are looking for, avoiding the biggest resume mistakes, and negotiating the best offer. * Time-Saving Tips on getting organized, developing a job-search strategy, and preparing powerful self-marketing tools. * The Latest Trends in finding a job, from the advertised and hidden marketplaces to networking, recruiters, and using the Internet. * Handy Checklists and Charts to help you prepare for an interview, clinch the deal, and manage your career.

Discover the basics of personal branding with "Personal Branding Step By Step: A Beginner's Guide ." This simple guide breaks down personal branding into six easy chapters, helping you shine in any crowd. Inside this Book: Chapter 1: What's Personal Branding? Learn what personal branding is and why it matters. Get a quick overview of how it can help you in your career. Chapter 2: Your Special Value (UVP) Find out about your Unique Value Proposition (UVP) and why it's important. Learn how to talk about what makes you special. Chapter 3: Your Online Presence Understand why being online is important. Get tips on using websites and social media to show the world who you are. Chapter 4: Telling Your Story Learn how to tell interesting stories about yourself. Discover why storytelling is a powerful tool in making people remember you. Chapter 5: Challenges and How to Beat Them Find out about common problems in personal branding and how to solve them. Get tools to deal with tough times and turn them into opportunities. Chapter 6: Leveraging Social Media Take a look at different social media sites. Learn how to use them to make your personal brand reach more people. Chapter 7: The End - Your Personal Branding Journey Sum up what you've learned in the guide. Think about the steps you've taken and get ready to keep growing your personal brand. Start your journey to better personal branding. Whether you're just starting or want to improve your brand, this guide has simple steps and knowledge to make your personal brand stand out. Begin crafting your unique story and leave a lasting impression in the world of personal branding!

This unique book covers the who, what, when, where, why, and, most important, the HOW of creating a career center or jobseeker program in a public library. Blueprint for a Job Center at Your Library provides a practical, down-to-earth guide for library staff who wish to better meet one of their patrons' most pressing needs. The book covers everything from program planning for classes, workshops, and special events to career advising, resources and facilities, recruiting personnel, funding, outreach and promotion, and program evaluation. The authors share a plethora of tips and tricks that can be customized to enable even small public libraries to offer job-search help. Real-life examples and case studies from across the United States show the blueprint in action. Even those who already have a job center in their library will learn about forming resourceful partnerships, gain new ideas for funding sources, and discover innovative services they can provide easily and affordably.

Ideal for college-bound students or anyone thinking about making a career change, this series offers information needed to explore and choose a profession and then narrow it down to a job that suits them. Each book details the responsibilities, education and training required, and employment outlooks for dozens of satisfying careers in the field.

They say that there are more students in law school than there are practicing lawyers. If they’re right, then you need every possible advantage. In this insider’s guide, Georgia State University School of Law student Justin Spizman helps you get the head start you need. Whether you are considering law school or are already ensconced in the curriculum, Spizman tells you what you need to know to survive—and thrive! With firsthand experience and interviews with both professors and practicing attorneys, Spizman gives you the edge you need to manage your workload, figure out what your professors really want, get an edge on your future in the legal field, determine the right type of law to pursue, reduce stress, and more. In addition, this guide addresses current issues that law students like you face every day, including computers in the classroom, electronic databases, the Socratic method, outlining and study tips, balancing a heavy workload with everyday life, and making time for friends and family. The Insider’s Guide to Your First Year of Law School promises to show you not only how to get through your first year—but how to get ahead!