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A job-search manual that gives career seekers a systematic, tech-savvy formula to efficiently and effectively target potential employers and secure the essential first interview. The 2-Hour Job Search shows job-seekers how to work smarter (and faster) to secure first interviews. Through a prescriptive approach, Dalton explains how to wade through the Internet’s sea of information and create a job-search system that relies on mainstream technology such as Excel, Google, LinkedIn, and alumni databases to create a list of target employers, contact them, and then secure an interview—with only two hours of effort. Avoiding vague tips like “leverage your contacts,” Dalton tells job-hunters exactly what to do and how to do it. This empowering book focuses on the critical middle phase of the job search and helps readers bring organization to what is all too often an ineffectual and frustrating process.

“A no-holds-barred view of career management in a turbulent world . . . provides a reality-based perspective that should be of value to all who read [it].” —Len Schlesinger, president emeritus at Babson College, Baker Foundation professor, Harvard Business School In these uncertain times, The Job Search Navigator is a reliable guide to every step of the twenty-first–century job hunt, whether readers are laid off, wanting to change careers after surviving cutbacks, or seeking a better full-time gig in a stagnant marketplace. Author Matt Durfee writes from the perspective of someone who has both recruited for some of America’s biggest companies and navigated his way through nine of his own job losses. The book combines practical real-world perspectives with the technical knowledge job seekers need in order to excel at every aspect of their searches. Drawing on the knowledge Durfee accumulated through his own experiences, searches, and big-brand corporate hiring responsibilities, The Job Search Navigator abandons the “clinical approach” of many other career-advice books. Instead, Durfee gives easy-to-follow strategies and, perhaps more importantly, recounts in illuminating detail the kinds of mistakes that led him to develop these strategies. “From the strategic to the emotional to the tactical—this is one of the most practical and useful books on career management I’ve read in a very, very long time.” —L. Kevin Cox, chief human resources officer, American Express Company “Matt’s expertise in this space is unmatched. We live in a world where constant reinvention is the rule and The Job Search Navigator is essential reading for those who want to take control of their career trajectory.” —Scott Westerman, executive director & associate vice president for alumni relations, Michigan State University

Are you looking for a job? Frustrated with HR managers who don't call you back? Confused about what to do next? Help is here Now you can get more calls to interview for good jobs with North America's best employers, with the tactics and strategies in The ABSOLUTE JOB SEARCH GUIDE. Following this simple, step-by-step system, you will discover: how to get noticed by employers, with targeted resumes and cover letters how and where to network (so you can avoid the pity parties at most job clubs) job search etiquette ... and pitfalls to avoid how to follow up after sending your resume -- without being a pest what to do before, during and after you interview to maximize your results how to really crack the hidden job market help with the most difficult interview questions -- including salary Stop spinning your wheels. Start getting more interviews and job offers. The ABSOLUTE JOB SEARCH GUIDE shows you how

Land Killer Internships—and Make the Most of Them! These days, a college resume without internship experience is considered “naked.” Indeed, statistics show that internship experience leads to more job offers with highersalaries—and in this tough economy, college grads need all the help they can get. Enter Lauren Berger, internships expert and CEO of Intern Queen, Inc., whose comprehensive guide reveals insider secrets to scoring the perfect internship, building invaluable connections, boosting transferable skills, and ultimately moving toward your dream career. She’ll show you how to: Discover the best internship opportunities, from big companies to virtual internships Write effective resumes and cover letters Nail phone, Skype, and in-person interviews Know your rights as an intern Use social networking to your advantage Network like a pro Impress your boss Get solid letters of recommendation Turn internships into job opportunities With exercises, examples, and a go-getter attitude, this next-generation internship manual provides all the cutting-edge information students and recent grads will need to get a competitive edge in the job market. So what are you waiting for?

From the internet to book stores to tips from well-meaning family members, there seems to be no lack of job search resources. So why haven't you found the perfect job yet? It's not just you! Job search guides all tend to do the same thing: focus on one sliver of the operation without letting readers in on the big picture. Without clear direction, job seekers are left to flounder in the overwhelming mire of general information.In Surviving the Job Search, author Jane Snipes uses her accumulated knowledge from over three decades in the recruiting business to highlight only the most vital information from each step of the process. From writing a polished résumé to navigating the actual job search to nailing the interview procedures, Snipes presents it all in a clear, concise format that doesn't just explain the how but also the why. It's time to step out into the job market with confidence. Your dream career is waiting...