Even in a recession, people who are good at their jobs are in demand. A recruiter will help you find your niche. ………. Sooner or later, you’re going to get a call from a recruiter. You’re an Oracle pro. A Java genius. More than likely, you’re already inundated with calls. All that attention can be [...]

A degree is not enough for getting a good job; you need to market yourself well, says PHYLLIS KORKKI This spring, college seniors in the US are entering a better job market than the class of 2009 faced. Unfortunately, that is not saying much because 2009 was one of the worst years in the history [...]

Twitter is fast becoming a favorite  of people looking for jobs and those offering them. The two most high-profile Tweeters in India — Shashi Tharoor and Lalit Modi — were in trouble with their jobs lately. But Twitter itself is fast evolving into a job hunt medium. In fact, it is proving a challenge to [...]

Make sure that you make multiple résumés for different positions,…. says PHYLLIS KORKKI The beginning of this new year — after a very difficult 2009 for job seekers — offers a good opportunity to review and fine-tune every element of an employment search, from resumes to thank you notes. While you may be doing almost [...]

Some tips to help you navigate your way to a job Searching for a job is becoming an extremely complex process. If you look for advice on the Internet, you will find that you are a no-hoper unless you have LinkedIn and Facebook profiles and know how to tweet with the best. There is some [...]

Acquire new skills, knowledge and experience to prepare yourself for the challenges ahead If you are just starting your career, you need to maximise your experience and develop your skills. Remember, in this environment of uncertainty, you are expected to manage on your own. That may sound like a daunting task, but there are road [...]

Sakina Rangwala helps fresh graduates find their footing in the job market Jccncnx ……………. Congratulations! After all those sleepless nights, you’re finally graduating. But is there a job in sight? There was a time when new college graduates had few choices: pursue further studies, find work or join the military. These days, there are many [...]

Sakina Rangwala helps you network to find another job You’ve calmed your emotions and developed a plan of action, now it’s time to let people know you’re looking for work. Even if you’re shy, or the type who likes to accomplish things by yourself, the fact remains that networking can land you a job you [...]

Don’t be let down by disability. Develop a winner’s attitude to excel in interviews ………………………… You have been asked to appear for an interview. It’s a nerve-racking situation for anyone, but when you have a physical disability, you may feel you’re going in with two strikes against you. Your mindset is key to your performance. [...]

Even if you’re gainfully employed right now, you’re probably keeping an eye on job listings. It’s just good sense these days. But you need to be looking at the right job listings, reading relevant industry news and keeping your career-building skills honed. ………………………….. The right job listings can be hard to find. There are thousands [...]