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By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist When starting a job search, how many headhunters is it best to put to work on your behalf?(polls) Q: When starting a job search, how many headhunters is it best to put to work...
By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist Q: How do I tell an employer that its offer does not meet my expectations? Even my most diplomatic language sounds like a used-car salesman haggling over price. Any suggestions? NICK'S REPLY: Some folks...
As layoffs across the country rattle Americans’ sense of job security, some are taking it as incentive to go after their dream careers.
Knowing how best to prepare to meet dozens of recruiters — who will talk to thousands of people in several hours — is difficult. Plan your strategy to get the most out of hiring events.
By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist Most of your references are good. But you just got laid off, and you were fired from a job where the boss didn't like you. How can you overcome bad references?(polling) Q: Most of...
By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist Q: You suggest that the best way to approach a company about a job is to talk directly with the hiring manager. I am confused as to how to approach a hiring manager on...
On June 8, 2009, job-search expert and Ask the Headhunter columnist Nick Corcodilos answered your questions about finding a good job in a challenging economy. Read the discussion below to learn how you can stand out in a crowded...
After a layoff, the overriding question is, “How will I support myself and my family?” But along with that comes another question, more mundane but vexing nonetheless: “How do I spend my time?”
Outlook: Employment of management analysts is expected to grow much faster than average. Keen competition is expected because of the independent and challenging nature of the work and its high earnings potential. Pay: The 8,230 management analysts in the...
By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist The interview didn't work out. The manager told you she's not interested in hiring you. Bummer. What should you do?(opinion) Q: The interview didn't work out. The manager told you she's not interested in...
By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist Q: My sister interviewed for a good job and was told she was perfect for it. Then they asked her to sign a form granting permission to run a credit check. Her credit report...
By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist Q: I was offered a job and declined. Four days later I called back. The offer is still open so I went and talked with them again. I have not done any new negotiating...
By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist Is it OK for an African-American student to include in her resume the fact that she is an active member of certain African-American groups at college?(trends)ww.polldaddy.com">poll) Q: An African-American friend is about to send...
For any skeptics wondering whether online networking sites can actually lead to a job, meet Mark Donnigan. This week, the sales executive starts a new job in Seattle “that was initiated 100 percent from LinkedIn,” he says.
Outlook: Employment of insurance sales agents is expected to increase by 13 percent from 2006 to 2016. In addition, Allstate recently launched a recruitment campaign in Washington to attract new agents. Pay: The 2,860 insurance sales agents in the Seattle-Bellevue-Tacoma...
