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Ideas to help you succeed in a competitive job market PETERSBURG, VA -- Being out of work for an extended period of time can be very difficult. Whether it has been six months, a year, or longer, use these tips to help yourself get back on track. 1) Be Specific: When possible, make sure your cover letter is specific to the job opportunity. 2) Address the Mess: Explain the gap on your resume. Address the questions that you know are going to be asked with confidence.

3) Present the Perfect You: Proof read, edit, proof read again. One avoidable mistake could cost you the job. Don't lose an opportunity over spelling or grammar errors. 4) Honesty is the Best Policy: Try not to oversell. Be authentic in your approach. 5) Be Considerate: Arrive to an interview early, but not too early; 10-15 minutes should be the max. 6) Practice Makes Perfect: Research interview questions and practice answering them, especially the more challenging ones.

7) Review your References: Have you spoken with your references lately? If it's been a long time since you last spoke to your references, let them know you have recently interviewed and they may be hearing from a hiring manager. 8) Use the Magic Words: After interviewing say thank you. Ideally, send a well written thank you note to everyone you met with at the company. It's also nice to follow-up with a hand written note, which is becoming less common and can help you stand out. 9) Be Confident: Pessimism and doubt are not your allies in a job search.

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  • Online Recruiters Directory - a comprehensive, nationwide recruiters' directory. The visitor can search for recruiters and headhunters by location, specialty or by other various criteria. The job seeker can send his resume to all relevant recruiters with one click. - Job Board Directory – a comprehensive Job Board Directory that is searchable by location or by specialty. There are more than 60 Job Boards listed in this directory.
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Employment Assistance - Fee-Based Services

The following fee-based employment assistance service(s) provide discounts for Jones College students, graduates, and alumni. When soliciting information, or registering for services, please make sure that each is aware that you are a student, graduate, or alumni of Jones College to ensure that you receive the appropriate discount.

  • Education Career Services, Inc (www.careersi.com)
    Services: ECS offers a comprehensive set of career assistance products and services with hands on support throughout the employment search process. Special Note: Information is available on the ECS website, however, you are asked to contact Mr. Stephen Klubock directly at klubocs@careersi.com or (1-866-794-3337 ext 128) in order to receive the discount.
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