On Personal Brand Destruction, Hockey and the 2010 Winter Olympics

On Personal Brand Destruction, Hockey and the 2010 Winter Olympics 3 How you take rejection can determine whether or not you'll need to do so again. The story begins when… A really interesting personal branding-related story took place on the road to the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, Canada, and as an avid hockey fan, I'm glad to have finally found a way to sneak my love of hockey into an article here for you. It all began when national hockey team rosters were announced, deciding which lucky few would get to represent one of the 12 national teams that qualified for the men's ice hockey event. Each team is allowed to choose a selection of 23 forwards, defencemen and goalies and as you can imagine, the best players per country are the ones most likely to be chosen. Even with 12 teams competing, that still means a lot of terrific players around the world aren't going to go. So let's look at how some of those terrific players reacted when they found out they aren't going to go.eval How they reacted Montreal Canadien and former NHL All-star Scott Gomez was hoping to make the USA hockey team but didn't. Mikael Samuelsson of the Vancouver Canucks was hoping to make the Swedish hockey team but also didn't. The similarities end there though. Here was Gomez's reaction in the press: “It is what it is… you get the call, you realize it, you move on and focus more on here. It wasn't meant to be. Congratulations to the guys who made it. You just wish them the best of luck and hope the U.S.A. brings the gold.”eval Here was Samuelsson's reaction in the press: “I pretty much have one comment and maybe I'll regret it, but they can go [expletive] themselves. That's what I really think.” The kicker: the teams can change their rosters up until Feb. 15th in case players get injured in the meantime so theoretically, both Gomez and Samuelsson â€" who won gold in hockey for Sweden in 2006 â€" could still be invited to their respective national teams. Based on their reactions however, who do you think will have a better chance of actually getting invited if the hour of need arises? Why would Samuelsson burn his bridges like that? This reminds me of a recruiter's story that I quoted in the 25-Point Layoff Success Checklist You Hope to Never Need: “Fairly early in my career, I had to implement a RIF (Reduction In Force = layoff) for 1/3 of my department about 15 people in the terrible economy of late 2001. This was purely a monetary issue for the company, all these folks were decent performers, however, they were chosen because they were in the bottom 1/3 in terms of performance. The one thing I learned, is that you get to see a side of a person that you would never see outside a termination : how they react to the worst work news they could possibly get. Out of the 15 people some people were angry at the company and really angry at me, some people cried, and some people handled it amazingly well â€" so well that in 2 or 3 cases I decided that this person was so reasonable and so mature that I would have been better off firing someone else. In fact, one person said to me, “I’m really bummed out because I love working here, but I understand. Wow, this must be incredibly hard to fire all these people, how are you holding up?”. While I could not reverse the fact that these people were being RIF’d and I had tried to help all 15 people with new jobs and references, it was hard not to work extra hard for the people who I thought handled it well. To this day I have a great “last impression” of them. It made me feel better about recommending them for a new job, and in one case I was actually able to hire one person back 6 months later when I got additional head count.” With that story in mind, Samuelsson was obviously wrong to react the way he did, right? The Swedish team will never hire him now, you would think. Gomez is only 30 years old and has a realistic shot at making the team in 2014 but Samuelsson is 33, which means he'll be 37 next time around, an age by which many players have retired already. It looks like Samuelsson really needed it this time, but when he opened his mouth to the press, why wasn't he thinking about being a possible replacement? Turns out, he was. From the article: “He also closed the door to the possibility that he could be a replacement in case of an injury. “Not a chance,” he said. “If [Swedish coach Bengt-Aake Gustafsson] doesn't want me, he doesn't want me.”” Conclusion: who did a better job at brand-building? In hiding his frustration and wishing the USA team well, Gomez's reaction was a cliché. He certainly didn't lose any face because of it, but for saying something so expected, he probably didn't earn many new admirers either. Samuelsson, on the other hand, made headlines around the world with his comment and there were probably more than a few people who not only agreed with what he said but who will also talk about it publicly. Additionally, he knows the coach well after winning gold for him in 2006, and so he likely knew that he had nothing to lose with his comment. Finally, like any professional sport, hockey is achievement-based. If former gold medal winner Samuelsson improves his already-good play over the next few weeks, there's a good chance that all will be forgiven if the time comes to select an injury replacement who knows what it takes to win. So it's true that how you take rejection can determine whether or not you'll need to do so again, but how you should take that rejection depends an awful lot on the context involved. I originally published this article on the terrific Personal Branding Blog.

Case Summaries on Resume - When You Need One

Case Summaries on Resume - When You Need OneWriting case summaries on resume is very important for any executive because it provides a guide to the person who wants to know more about the applicant. Case summaries of a number of cases are put together by the attorney general or any department of the company to assess the application and perform an initial interview. A summary of the details can help the interviewing officer quickly understand what the applicant has to offer.There are many reasons for considering writing case summaries on resume and one of the major reasons is that these summaries help prepare a candidate for the interview process. The other main reason is that it helps to gather relevant information about the applicant, this is something that happens all the time in a court room, however, it can be a little more complicated than you think.Many times an interviewer will want to know a few details about an applicant, things like how long they have been practicing law a nd a brief introduction of their experience. So, for a case summary on resume to be effective the writer needs to have a little bit of a background in the case. The reason for this is that the interviewer is going to ask the applicant a series of questions and by having some background knowledge of the case can help the writer to prepare better answers.Another reason why an applicant might want to write a summary of a case is to use the information as a way to enhance their resume. A summary of a case can help an applicant get a better idea of what the case was about and helps them to prepare to answer some of the questions that will be asked during the interview. Again if good writing skills is used, the person can enhance their resume and put more information into the summary to make it more useful.A case summary on resume is very useful for any applicant, including those who have lost a job due to the downsizing of the company and people who have been fired from a position due to performance issues. For these reasons a summary of a case can help a person get back on track and still become eligible for rehire.With an increasing number of job opportunities in the legal field and a growing need for attorneys, this is one area that is likely to see a lot of growth in the future. It is also one of the best places to find work and a summary of a case will provide a great way to start and continue the search for a new job. It will give the person a good overview of the position and the applicant may even be able to give the company some insight into why the position became vacant.When someone asks you for a summary of a case, it is important to know that the summary is an official document and not to be taken out of context. It is a good idea to give the person a good idea of what the case was about and is most likely to be relevant to the job that they are interviewing for.When looking for a case summary on resume, it is important to have some kind of background information about the case so that the person will be able to answer some of the more basic questions and is able to easily give a good summary of the case. This will allow the person to prepare for the interview and increase their chances of being hired.

How to wait Dont

How to wait Dont In general, Im not a big fan of waiting. So here is advice on how to wait from someone who does it only rarely. But I have found that the art of waiting is to do it actively. The more action you can take the more you feel like youre in control of your life. How to wait for a raise Most companies have a designated time to dole out raises. So when you decide you deserve more money, you probably have to a wait for your big moment. In the meantime, constantly remind your boss about the good job you are doing, and subtly prepare her with all the supporting material she will need to justify your raise to her superiors. This means documenting as you go, with an email that is easy to add to your yearly review as evidence of outstanding performance. Also, do research about salaries in your field. If the raise comes in low, whip out these statistics to show your value in the market. How to wait for a job you love Many people know they are not happy but dont know what would make them happy. The only way to figure out your dream job is to try doing a lot of things. You dont have to change jobs to try something new you can volunteer, travel, interview people who are in fields you think might make you happy. People who know themselves well can pinpoint the job that would make them happy. So give yourself opportunities to learn about yourself. And think of your career like a mate you are better off actively looking that waiting for one to magically appear in front of you. How to wait for an offer Heres a common scenario: You just interviewed for a job, and you think everyone loved you, and you think youre a perfect fit. So you sit by your phone hoping for a call. This is not a good way to wait. A better way to wait is to step up the job hunting. If you can get another interview during your waiting time you will not be so desperate for the phone call. If you can drum up another job offer during your waiting time, be sure to tell everyone, because you will be more appealing to the employer you really want. How to wait for a meeting If you dont know the person you are meeting, assume each person who goes through the lobby is your person. Look occupied and thoughtful but not busy, and be ready to stand up and shake hands. This means, for example, that you cannot have a stack of waiting room magazines on your lap. One is fine. The same is true if its a meeting with your co-workers and youre the first person there try writing on a notepad, or checking your Blackberry. Dont stare into space. Not that staring into space isnt productive, but its like sex, just because it is good for you doesnt mean you look good doing it. How to wait for a better boss Assume your boss is never leaving, and change your boss by changing yourself. Become better at managing up. Key factors in being good at this task are: understanding your boss fears so that you dont play into them; understanding your bosss preferences so you can be easy to deal with; understanding your bosss goals so you can help her to meet them. Difficult bosses are usually scared and overwhelmed. Develop better people skills so you can sooth her worries where possible, and ignore her the rest of the time, so she doesnt derail your career. How to wait for a better opportunity Forget it. Create your own opportunities. You can only find opportunity behind a door if you knock. So, knock on a lot of doors you have no time for waiting.

3 Hiring Lessons from Back-to-School Season

3 Hiring Lessons from Back-to-School Season As summer slowly morphs into fall, 26.9 percent of the population goes from worrying about sunburns to homework. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were 79 million children and adults enrolled in school back in 2011 which means, for a large proportion of the population, back-to-school season is upon us. Going back to school, whether you’re a student or parent, can be expensive. Statistics pin back-to-school spending at somewhere in the $8.5 billion range. There are books to buy, new notebooks to fill with learning, and a new fall wardrobe to obtain so you don’t attend class in your pajamas.  But back-to-school season isn’t only about finding the most fashionable backpack for your textbooks. In fact, recruiters and hiring managers can learn some valuable lessons from the preparation which goes into preparing for the fall school year to begin. Here are the three lessons you can learn from the back-to-school season and apply to your hiring efforts (pay attention, there will be a test on this information!): 1) Make A List Of Supplies: Before parents and students go shopping for new notebooks and pens, it’s always a good idea to make a list of the essentials. Going back to school usually involves getting all manner of supplies, from binders to graphing calculators. Students who go shopping without thinking about what they’ll need for their particular classes will probably have to make a return trip to the store. Hiring is similar, only instead of making a return trip you might end up making the wrong hire. This isn’t really an option, especially with a bad hire potentially setting your company back $50,000 or more. This is why it’s imperative to know exactly what you need when hiring for any position. Like Santa Claus, you need to make your list and check it twice when it comes to the specific skills and experience candidates need to possess. Once you’ve made a list of essential skills and approved it with the important people on your team, you have to ensure the job description reflects the specific candidate you’re looking for. An unclear job description is likely to nab you the wrong candidate, but a good job description can help weed through the wrong people and deliver top talent. 2) Get A New Fall Wardrobe: As summer ends, you need to put away those tank tops and pull out warmer attire. In 2012 alone, the average household spent about $133 on new fall wardrobes. Even though school supplies and electronics top the list of spending, it’s important for students to freshen up their wardrobes. Similarly, what a candidate wears in the interview, whether it’s in-person or through online video, can tell you a lot about their attention to detail and level of professionalism. Candidates who show up for the interview in a suit or other professional attire are taking the interview seriously and understand the need for professional dress. Candidates who show up looking sloppy or unkempt have failed the bare minimum when it comes to interview presentation. This is just as true for a video interview as for an in-person meeting. Many candidates mistake a video interview as a more informal occasion, when in fact it should be taken just as seriously as a sit-down interview. A candidate who stands up to grab a work portfolio only to reveal a suit jacket on top and pajama bottoms below is probably a candidate lacking the attention to detail your position requires. 3) Do Your Summer Reading: Summer reading can help you pass lazy days on the beach or bore you to death on vacation. The reason for those long lists of summer books to read is simple: Students can lose up to three months of education over the summer if they don’t try to keep their learning fresh. This might account for why spending on books around back-to-school season totals approximately $2.4 billion. You might not be in any danger of forgetting how to recruit and hire great people when the weather is warm, but it’s still important to do your homework. During the interview process, whether in a video interview or in-person sit down, make sure your candidate has all the skills and qualifications to jump right in and hit the ground running. Don’t be afraid to ask specific questions about their skill set and pose hypothetical questions for them to answer. If you don’t have all the information about the specific workload of the position, ask someone in the relevant department to give you important questions to ask. Since a live video interview will record a candidate’s answers, you can share the interview with the manager who will deal directly with this future employee. Doing your homework doesn’t end after the interview. You also need to check a candidate’s references and verify their employment history. References can tell you a good deal about what the candidate was like at a previous employer and how he or she lived up to the promise shown in their qualifications. On the negative side, 46 percent of job candidates will include at least one fib on their resume, so it’s important to make sure your candidate is truthful before they sign on the dotted line. If you take these valuable lessons from back-to-school season and apply them to finding great candidates, you’ll ace the hiring process every time! Author: Josh Tolan is the CEO of  Spark Hire, which combines a video job board and online interviewing platform to enrich interaction between job seekers and employers.

Latest Trends in Resume Writing - Are They Unique?

Latest Trends in Resume Writing - Are They Unique?To stay on top of the latest trends in resume writing, it is important to stay informed of what people are searching for. If you take the time to research the current trends and look for information that will allow you to have a good idea of what questions employers are asking, you will be well on your way to making a great resume.Most people want to know what their best skills are, and if they are up to date, they will check to see if there are any updates to any year-round events or projects. People also find out about the latest trends in resume writing and how to write a unique resume. This is because people are often looking for a unique solution to their problems, and employers will appreciate it if you take the time to write a resume that is a little bit different than what most people are using.If you happen to work for a large company, then you should be happy to know that they have what is referred to as a 'creative resume'. The goal of this type of resume is to draw attention to your unique skills and experience. With this type of resume, you are able to customize it to fit the specific needs of each individual company. This is great because your resume will reflect who you are as a person.The creative resume allows you to focus on things that are interesting, and because it is not like other resumes, you can make use of unique information in order to improve your chances of being hired. You can create a resume that will give an employer information that they are specifically looking for. In some cases, the biggest advantage of having a creative resume is that employers will be more impressed by your resume that they will be by others.It is also important to know what questions people ask when they are considering a resume. It is not unusual for someone to have a question about a specific point of a project or an event, so if you are currently working on a project of a similar nature, you will want to take the time to address the question. This will show potential employers that you are prepared to answer questions and will put you ahead of the pack.Even though these questions may seem trivial, the fact is that many people feel that they will get fired if they do not answer these types of questions. Some people even state that they would prefer to get the job and then go on and answer some of the other common questions. If you make sure that you take the time to answer all of the common questions, it will give you a better chance of getting hired.If you would like to learn more about career coaching, consider reading the tips and other resources in the resource box below. In addition to this article, you can learn about more tips in career coaching. These tips can help you get started and are always available, at careercoachingschool.com.In conclusion, resume writing and how to write a resume has changed very little over the years. There are a lot of people who make a living fro m making resumes, and most of them are doing it in a very slow and consistent manner. In order to stand out in a field of hundreds of others, you must keep on top of the latest trends in resume writing and incorporate the knowledge that you gain to become successful in the field of career coaching.

Whats it like to learn while you work We asked the staff of EY - Debut

Whats it like to learn while you work We asked the staff of EY - Debut This article was written in collaboration with EY. Explore exclusive graduate and undergraduate opportunities at EY by downloading the Debut app.   They say your twenties will shape who youll be for the rest of your life. Youve probably also been told that youve pretty much stopped growing. I still vividly remember my world came crashing down at the age of 15 when my doctor surmised that I would be 5 ft 7 for the rest of my life. No basketball for me, I guess. The truth is you never truly stop growing (at least in all the ways that arent physical). Living goes hand-in-hand with learning, so if you thought you were headed downhill on the education curve just because you graduated, forget about it. When you start your first job, youll be learning constantly. Some lessons youll learn on your own, but the best employers will teach you themselves. You might think your days of sitting in a classroom are over, but at places like EY, its an integral part of your training as an early career starter. But whats it really like to learn while you work? To study for a professional qualification? To be in an environment that is both familiar and unfamiliar all at once? We asked four EY employees, all of whom got the chance to work towards chartered accountancy qualifications while finding their feet in an office environment. This is what they told us. How do you find the time? This is probably the million dollar question for anybody reading this article. Youre already on a super-competitive all consuming grad scheme. How are you supposed to study at the same time? Luckily, the best companies recognise the potential strain this can place on its bright-eyed new grads and make it easy to learn while you work. At EY, they designate clear periods for when youll be in the classroom learning and when youll be out in the field working. The audit grads found there was a  lot of crossover between what I learned in college and what I learned on the job. What I actually picked up out on client sites proved really useful the next time I was in class, said Mark Fruish, an audit senior. It definitely helped my understanding of what I was being taught. You dont have to worry about juggling two separate sets of information either. Everything you study is relevant coincides with your job. Your day-to-day duties provide a chance to put what youve learned in class to the test. My qualification overlapped massively with my day to day activities and still does, Helena Dowell, an assistant tax advisor, told me. Every day I see something that I have been taught as part of my ICAEW (Institute Of Chartered Accountants In England and Wales) course, whether that be a broad concept or something more technical. How the course goes down In the first two years, the average EY audit graduate will spend 6 months doing classroom-based activities and exams, while the remaining time is spent in the office. Although this includes 6 weeks of study leave before all examinations, the grads warned that this would still require a fair bit of motivation. It meant studying after work and on weekends, Kirsty Smith, an associate based in Scotland admitted. She  joined EY as a school leaver and studied for an ICAS (Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland) qualification. However, we were given reasonable time off which helped a lot. For all that classroom time, EY will make use of a college near to where they are based. For David Roden, a manager in EYs Forensic Team, his college was located in Bristol. It specialised in professional qualifications with consummate and well-informed professionals teaching the classes. The majority of them were accountants who had trained in large firms and had taught the course for many sittings, he said. This meant they were experts and knew exactly how the syllabus worked. The majority of the final year is spent on-site at clients, consolidating what youve learnt and topping up your practical experience. Its not quite being thrown in the deep end, but you will get wet, as the idea is to make sure you have all the skills and expertise expected of a chartered accountant. After that, all you need to do is pass the granddaddy of all assessment a mammoth five-and-a-half-hour written exam and youll be a fully fledged accountant. As daunting as that may sound, EY puts a lot of effort into its on-the-job coaching, so you never feel set adrift. For them, its important that all staff feel able to ask for assistance from anyone else on the team, from their peers to the partners, according to Mark. No hierarchies here! Why its all worth it As streamlined as the experience of getting professional qualifications is in most companies, its certainly no picnic. So why would anyone put themselves through it? Well, just like at university, its all about the employability. Doing a professional qualification teaches you  some all-important transferable and soft skills. Those are the things you dont necessarily know youre learning, but once you know them, you can apply them to a wealth of situations. Our accountant friends did learnt them many useful skills analysing large amounts of data, logically structuring arguments and the ability to problem solve. These skills do not at first seem that important or unique because at EY you are surrounded by other people who have similar skills, says David, However, in the employment marketplace these skills are in high demand and short supply which makes for an extremely powerful combination! A professional qualification can also broaden your horizons, much like it did for Helen with regard to finance. Before I started studying, a lot of finance language was over my head! she laughed. Now I take an active interest in the wider finance world and the impact that has on different businesses. Believe us when we say this: getting a graduate job is only the start. From then on, it  has  to be about your development. At a world-beating firm like EY, youll have the benefits of residential training in line with the latest developments in the industry on top of the opportunity to do professional qualifications. But even if this isnt your end goal, dont end up anywhere where youre going to stagnate. The best employers seek to increase your worth and to do that, you should always be learning. Connect with Debut on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn for more careers insights.

5 Interview Resources for Your Job Search - CareerAlley

5 Interview Resources for Your Job Search - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Interviews. Sounds fairly easy, all you have to do is talk about what youve done and how that relates to the job opportunity. In fact, the interview is the hardest part of the job search process and the single largest reason why people dont get the job. Yes, you must have a great resume with relevant experience, but can you interview? But interviewing is not just talking about yourself, its asking the right questions, giving the right answers and expressing yourself in the right way. You must have a great resume with relevant experience, but can you interview? Tweet This This post focuses on the interview process, providing some links to job search advice and resources to help you nail that interview. What is clear from the links below is that the overall theme is consistent (without being repetitious). Interviewing: Interview Questions Job Interview ! Learn How to Job Interview and Master the Key Price: $4.99 Buy Now from Amazon We earn a commission if you click this link and make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Last Updated: March 2, 2020 There are a few critical things you need to prepare in order to have a successful interview: Company Research When you are asked and what attracts you to XYZ Corp? you should know the answer to the question. A lack of a basic understanding of the company will probably cost you the job. Employers not only want the right person for the job, but they also want someone who selected the company for specific reasons. You must do your research on the company before you interview. This will allow you to be proactive in the interview process. Study the Job Description Spend time comparing the job description, specifically the skills and experience, to your resume. To the extent that your resume does not explicitly list the skills or experience, ensure you speak to these during the interview. Convince the interviewer that you are the right person for the job because your experience and skills are a great match. Practice Questions Read a list of common (and uncommon) interview questions and ensure you have thought of the answers. Leverage the Internet to see if you can find interview questions related to your industry. Most importantly, have a list of your own questions that you want to ask. You should have a list of twenty (dont use all twenty) so that you have some spare questions in case the interviewer answers some of your questions before you get a chance to ask. Know Your Interviewer Its always helpful to know as much about your interviewer as you can. This will help you understand the interviewers education, experience, and background. LinkedIn is a great source, but sometimes a focused Google search will provide some key information. Dont bring up any information you may have found (like I see you were a swimmer in college:), this can be a bit creepy. Additional Resources: Acing the Interview Another article from our friends at About.com, this article provides an overview of what you need to do to Ace the interview. In addition to the basic steps, the article includes links to interview questions, company research (via About.com) and detailed responses. Following the article is an amazing list of additional resources including how to dress and additional related articles. How To Master Telephone Interviews Telephone interviews have become more popular over the last few years and have almost become a standard first before the in person interview. The skills required for a telephone interview certainly overlap with the in person interview, but there are a number of things you may need to do differently. This article provides important points on the What, When and How of telephone interviews. There are advantages to a telephone interview, you can have materials available that would not be possible in an in person interview. This article covers what to have and what to do. Preparing for a Job Interview (like your future depends on it) Another great article, WSJ does and excellent job of listing the important aspects of a job interview questions, mock interviews, interview answers, attire and more. Take a look at the tips on the left hand side of the page as well. The Best Job Interview Advice This article, from the timsstrategy.com blog, provides what you need to know about preparing for an interview. This is an excellent article and supports the overall process laid out in some of the other links listed above, the difference is that this article provides some additional insight and steps not included in other interview preparation articles. Best of all, download their Sip Strategy straight from the blog. Job Interviewing Dos and Donts Last, but not least, you do need to know what not to do (and reinforce what to do). This article, provided by Quintcareers.com, provides some points not covered in the other articles. Of course, it is a bit worrying if you have to be told dont chew gum. The list is somewhat long, but the overall article is short. Dont forget to check out some of the links embedded within the article as they provide additional support to the overall process. TopResume Free Resume Review Price: TopResume writes and analyzes more resumes and LinkedIn profiles than any other service in the world. Let our resume experts provide you with objective feedback and personalized recommendations to improve your resume and land the right job sooner. Get a free, confidential resume review from TopResume Get Your Killer Resume We earn a commission if you click this link and make a purchase at no additional cost to you. What's next? Ready to take action? 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Common Job Hunting Mistakes

Common Job Hunting Mistakes Job hunting isn’t easy, which is reason enough to get it right the first time. Whether you are looking to change jobs or you need a new career because you are unemployed, it makes sense that you try to get a job as quickly as possible. You don’t want to spend months trawling job hunting websites and applying for jobs, instead you want to be as successful in your job hunt as quickly as possible. When it comes to job hunting, many of us go about it in the same way and this means that we make the same mistakes. If you are searching for jobs but are being unsuccessful, then it is time to rethink your job hunting strategy and look at ways of helping to make your job hunt as successful as possible. One of the most common mistakes when it comes to job hunting is applying for too many jobs and spreading yourself too thin. You need to decide what career you want to follow and the jobs you want to apply for. It isn’t going to work for you just to apply for as many jobs as possible. You also need to make sure that your resume is suitable for the jobs you are applying for sell yourself! Don’t just have a resume that is generalized rather than being tailored towards a particular industry. That will do you no favors. Don’t just assume that the longer your resume is the better. Remember that potential employers are likely to be reading a number of resumes so they are going to scan them quickly rather than paying major attention to them. This means that if your resume seems too long or full of too much text, then they will be put off at first glance which is something that you want to avoid at all costs! Remember as well that job hunting isn’t easy for everyone, so make sure that you don’t give up at the first hurdle. There is a perfect job opportunity out there for everyone so you need to keep up the hunt in order to be successful in your quest for a brand new job or step up the career ladder.