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So you’re cocked and loaded. All that’s left is getting the perfect job in your sight. Follow our suggestions and you’ll be pulling the trigger in no time (this message was brought to you by the NRA and the Pornographic Euphemisms Society).

The Dumpster and Craigslist, Redefined

By Jason Richards
9/26/08
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The Internet has developed a pretty advanced marketplace for disposing of stuff you don’t want and finding people who sell what you do want. But if people didn’t believe there’s always room for improvement

Kick Start Your Job Hunt

By Keshav Singh
9/02/08
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Labor Day weekend is sort of like New Year’s for the job-hunting crowd—with their biological clock still set to the “academic calendar” and the word labor setting off all sorts of subconscious alarms, first-time job seekers or those looking to make a change often go full-throttle in the month of September.

Damn It Feels Good to Be a Banker

By Christopher Schonberger
8/28/08
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Bankers and consultants, it’s time to squash the beef

Sending a Thank You Letter

By Julie Fishman
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Quick Tips
  1. Don’t burn bridges – Even if you’re not interested in the job, you should send a thank you letter within 48 hours of the interview because you never know when you’ll meet that person again—someday they may be hiring for a job you do want.
  2. Thank everyone – Not only should you send thank yous to those you interviewed with, but also to any networking contacts who helped you secure the interview and anyone else you met during your visit to the office.
  3. Stand out – Use the thank you letter as an opportunity to reiterate your skills and to show enthusiasm. Don’t be generic; refer to something specific that was discussed in the interview, and let the interviewer know that you’re excited to join the team and that you’d make a great fit for the position.
  4. Last-minute pitch – Mention anything you forgot to tell the employer during the interview. The thank you letter is a great chance for you to include past experiences and achievements that will make you look like an attractive candidate. (Don’t summarize your entire resume, but if there’s anything you didn’t have time to talk about during the interview, include it in the thank you).
  5. Email or Snail Mail – These days it’s best to send those thank you’s over the internet. It will ensure that they get it before making the decision to bring you on or pass you over.

Your application was the appetizer, the interview the main course, and now you’ve hit dessert—the thank you letter. This is your own personalized "cherry on top," so don't let it go to waste. Not only is a note common courtesy, but it's also a final sales pitch for tour candidacy and a chance to make your name stand out

The Grad Olympics

By Christopher Schonberger
8/12/08
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Are you amped that the Olympics are finally here? Yeah, me too—no matter how hard

Grads Prefer Green Companies

By Chris Zoia
8/12/08
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Going green is not just a WALL-E-watching trend anymore. A new survey conducted by career network experience.com shows that our generation overwhelmingly prefers working for green companies—those that are environmentally conscious

Close, but No Cigar

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9/16/08
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Here's a snapshot of my life since graduating with my Masters in philosophy in June

Q&A with the Résumé Girl

By Christopher Schonberger
7/30/08
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A good résumé is your VIP pass into the world of employment. It doesn't guarantee that you'll get snapped by paparazzi or pick up a tasty heiress, but at least you're "in the club." And once you're in there, you never know what might happen.

How to Dress for an Interview

By Courtney McClellan
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Quick Tips
  1. Industry standards – There is no “golden rule” of interview attire because dress standards vary across different industries and offices. Finance is generally conservative, while fashion PR might require something more than J. Crew. Having a sense of your target industry's standards is a good starting point.
  2. Call ahead – If you don’t have an inside source at the company, what better way to find out the dress standards than to call and ask? Without giving your name, you can call HR or the receptionist and say that you have a meeting and wanted to make sure you dressed appropriately. If you’re a wuss, have a friend do it for you.
  3. Err conservative – Actually, we lied—there is a golden rule: take what you know about the standards at the place you’re interviewing, then dress a little bit more conservatively. You don’t want to be on the lower end of the spectrum.
  4. Give yourself a confidence boost – Laying out just the right outfit or wearing your lucky tie can make you feel better prepared when you enter the interview. There’s no need to hit the tanning salon, but remember that we're all humans and looking your best is all part of the mythical "first impression."
  5. Grooming, etc. – Don’t forget about other aspects of your appearance, such as a facial hair, jewelry, tattoos, etc. Remember that the goal to appear professional and serious about the position.

In this day and age, it’s possible to conduct the majority of your job hunt from the comforts of your bedroom, drinking a highball in your underwear while you type the sentence, “I am an extremely motivated and professional individual.” Sure, you may have a few networking meetings

The Top 7 Coolest Careers You've Never Heard Of

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7/10/08
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The downhill direction of the economy has us all thinking about ways we can protect our livelihood. Why not start by getting creative and considering some little known career paths that will ensure that you stay competitive and look forward to going to work every morning? Here are 7 cool jobs to consider today

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