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| high school graduate | 5/31/2009 |
Q: im a 19 year old high school graduate from st.louis, MO. and iv'e been looking for a full time job ...
A: This is a really tough time for lots of entry-level applicants because the job market is flooded ...
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| Summer job for a college grad | 5/23/2009 |
Q: Roxanne, I am a 22-year-old college graduate in South Carolina. I graduated from college this May ...
A: Which summer job would be best for you is something you should decide based on your career goals. ...
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| Relocating across the country | 5/19/2009 |
Q: For years I have wanted to move from Pennsylvania to California (specifically San Diego) and for ...
A: Conducting a long-distance job search can definitely be challenging, particularly in a tight job ...
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| online at home work | 5/19/2009 |
Q: I'm a 23 year old whos at her wits end. I have less than 6 months worth of work expierence, and no ...
A: Finding a legitimate work at home opportunity is quite challenging. That is one of the reasons that ...
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| Online Jobs | 5/17/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you knew of any websites that offered legitimate online paying jobs? I have ...
A: You're right. The majority of these ads are scams. Be very careful as you pursue legitimate work at ...
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| what to do between jobs? | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I have been unemployed for nearly 3 years now. I have tried very hard to find a job in my field ...
A: I can certainly appreciate your current dilemma. It is one that is familiar to many job hunters in ...
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| Moving out of state | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I read your response for the Job Hunting Tips - moving out of state question. I'm 28 and I'm trying ...
A: Begin building a network in the Fort Worth area. Start with social networking. Are you on LinkedIn, ...
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| job search | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I recently found a job in the newspaper that pays $14 an hour working at a warehouse but the thing ...
A: You should never have to pay for a job. I would do one of two things here: * Do some intense ...
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| Address on resume | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I am currently job hunting. I went to school in NY and everything however I currently reside in PA ...
A: As a former recruiter, I can honestly say that I preferred candidates in close proximity to the job ...
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| Looking for job. | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I'm in the process of moving to Tallahassee,FL and have sent out many resumes. I have submitted my ...
A: I'm not familiar with the area so I can't give you any geographic specific info. However, I would ...
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| brick wall | 3/12/2009 |
Q: I feel like I am at a brick wall when it comes to getting a job in Raleigh. I live in Virginia Beach ...
A: I can appreciate how anxious you are to move. It is definitely easier to look for a job in the city ...
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| Job Experience | 3/11/2009 |
Q: Ms. Ravenel, I graduated a with a BS in December 08 and have been job searching since (well actually ...
A: The real question is whether or not the resume is effective. If the resume that you have: - Is ...
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| Job Experience | 3/5/2009 |
Q: Ms. Ravenel, I graduated a with a BS in December 08 and have been job searching since (well actually ...
A: I can certainly understand your frustration. It's a really tough market. With so many qualified ...
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| Can't get an interview | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I am a 25yo female. I only completed one year of college due to financial reasons. However, I have ...
A: I can completely understand your frustration. However, there are a number of factors that could be ...
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| Job Hunting Tips | 3/2/2009 |
Q: I have been looking for a job for almost a year. I graduated from High School last May. I have ...
A: Unfortunately you've entered into one of the toughest job markets we've EVER seen. Former managers ...
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| do i take this job? | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I've been offered a job that I am supposed to start Monday in Virginia Beach. It's a great holding ...
A: It's great to hear that you have several opportunities open to you. Congratulations. However, the ...
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| How can I stand out amongst online applications? | 2/17/2009 |
Q: First I'd like to thank you for offering your job search expertise! I am a recent college graduate ...
A: Here are a few tips for standing out in the online application process: - Be sure to weave relevant ...
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| Job Search | 2/16/2009 |
Q: Roxanne - I am a recent college grad as of last April. Have currently been working for a magazine ...
A: I can certainly understand your frustration. The first thing I recommend is... step away from the ...
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| TLC Clean Sweep | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I would like to try and get an internship working 'behind the scenes' on the TLC show Clean Sweep. I ...
A: Learn as much as you can about the people behind the scenes on the show. Find out the names of those ...
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| Advice | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I am currently actively employed, but was thinking about trying to look for another job to further ...
A: I don't see a need to put such a statement in your cover letter. Your resume will show that you are ...
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| Looking for tropical summer work | 2/10/2009 |
Q: Hey Roxanne, My college roommate and I are trying to find jobs in the Caribbean for this summer. ...
A: I live in frosty Northeast Ohio. Your plan sounds brilliant to me! Here are a few links to sites ...
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| Now Past= No Future | 1/6/2009 |
Q: After 6 years of dead end jobs I decided to go to school. At first I just took the basics, then I ...
A: You're in a bit of a rough spot. However, here are a few suggestions to help you overcome this ...
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| Question about resume submission follow up | 1/1/2009 |
Q: I submitted an online application for a great job I'm really interested in on Dec. 20th. I also ...
A: Sorry I'm just getting back to you. I've been on break for the holiday. To recap, you submitted your ...
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| New Life/Career | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I'm 48 in the middle of a proverbial "mid-life-crisis" if you will. I 'am ready for a life where I ...
A: While I don't recommend specific jobs or careers, I do work with clients to help them discover the ...
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