We know it, connections are important. We heard our parents, teachers and other adults in our lives say “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” Industry experts estimate that anywhere from 60%-75% of jobs never get posted and come from internal hires, referrals and networking. That’s a big chunk of jobs to ignore...
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The BIG Interview Mistake
You’ve networked. You’ve worked hard on your resume. You’ve purchased a new suit and even got a haircut. This is all in preparation for your big interview. You arrive at the interview 10 minutes early and you look the interviewer in the eye and offer a firm handshake. You’re about to nail it. Then, the interviewer...
New Year, Re-New(ed) Job Search
With the arrival of 2010, many people will find themselves still in a job search leftover from 2009, or about to make a planned or unexpected career change. For those who have been searching throughout 2009, the job search may have become exhausting and frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be that way in 2010. A...
November is Career Development Month
November is Career Development Month, and more specifically, this is Career Development Week. November was named Career Development Month to promote the importance of life-long career development and exploration. A big part of this process is understanding that you don’t need to have just any old job. You can identify and pursue a career that you actually...
Career Help is Here!
Thank you for visiting the site. There are a number of ways in which JMR CareerXploration can help you in your career or professional development, and you’re invited to browse the site or contact jmrCareerXploration@gmail.com to learn more. Whether you’re contemplating a career change and need some assistance in exploring your options, or you just...