Going beyond prior editions, Targeting the Job You Want, 3e, includes complete information and advice on using the internet to find out about industries, research companies, and identify key decision makers. This edition delves into strategies and tips for online research that can help the user develop job targets, become an "industry insider", discover new opportunities never thought of , and network more quickly and more efficiently than ever before. Written by Kate Wendleton, syndicated career columnist, Targeting the Job You Want, 3e, will help the user identify their dream, make it specific and learn the steps needed to achieve it.

Successful job seekers have two major skills their competitors don't: the psychological endurance to approach job opportunities fearlessly, and the ability to adapt to a variety of situations to position themselves as each interviewer's dream candidate. Fearless Job Hunting offers these powerful psychological techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and reveals the strategies decision makers in top corporations use to find and hire exceptional employees. This book shows you how to: •Silence unproductive anxieties and self-limiting beliefs •Develop the motivation and stamina to stay positive while job seeking •Pressure-proof yourself by building confidence and cool-headedness •Get the edge in interviews by honing your communication skills This book has received the prestigious accolade of being included in The Albert Ellis Tribute Book Series—created to honor the life and work of Albert Ellis, the founder of rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT). REBT is one of the most widely-practiced therapies throughout the world and is the foundation for cognitive-behavioral therapy and other evidence-based approaches. These books provide proven-effective treatments and tools to improve psychological well-being, while also supporting advancements in psychotherapy for the betterment of humanity.

Introduction to Business covers the scope and sequence of most introductory business courses. The book provides detailed explanations in the context of core themes such as customer satisfaction, ethics, entrepreneurship, global business, and managing change. Introduction to Business includes hundreds of current business examples from a range of industries and geographic locations, which feature a variety of individuals. The outcome is a balanced approach to the theory and application of business concepts, with attention to the knowledge and skills necessary for student success in this course and beyond. This is an adaptation of Introduction to Business by OpenStax. You can access the textbook as pdf for free at openstax.org. Minor editorial changes were made to ensure a better ebook reading experience. Textbook content produced by OpenStax is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Get the Job You Want in IT - in 12 Steps!IT insiders reveal what it takes to get a job in an IT shop in corporate America. The curtain is finally pulled back to reveal:-How a corporate IT shop works and what key decision makers are looking for in new hires. -How to get on the track for career success in IT. -How to influence others to work for you to get that job you want in IT. -How to write an attention-getting resume that will peak the interest of IT managers, compelling them to pick up the phone and call you in for an interview because they want to know more! -How to interview with confidence. You will be taught very powerful techniques that will impel you to walk into the interview with poise and confidence so that you can hit it out of the park! -How to negotiate for the best possible salary.The authors have spent many years in the IT departments of large U.S. companies reading tons of resumes and interviewing hundreds of job applicants. They know what works and what doesn't. This workbook uses a simple 12 step process that will walk you through a successful job search campaign using proven techniques. Using these strategies will give you a leg up on the competition--a much needed edge in today's competitive marketplace.

The Five O'Clock Club Job Search Workbook presents a highly, successful national job-search program with an approach to career development. The keystone to the Five O'Clock Club philosophy is educating members about the entire hiring process. This workbook presents information on how to plan a job search campaign and measure the effectiveness of that campaign, write cover letters and resumes, and prepare for interviews. In addition, the text covers the final stages of the job search process: readers learn how to turn job interviews into offers, and how to negotiate the best possible employment package. Special features of the workbook include assessment exercises, target selection and measurement, resume case studies, campaign planning worksheets, and two-minute pitch development.

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