The big book of job-hunting hacks How to build a résumé, conquer the interview, and land your dream job

Brenda Bernstein

Book - 2020

"In The Big Book of Job-Hunting Hacks, experienced job-hunting professionals offer detailed advice on every step of the job-hunting process. From how to navigate the interview process, to how to create the perfect resume, this book will help you stand out from your competitors. With a new introduction by John Henry Weiss, president of a recruitment firm, that contextualizes the current economic state as a result of COVID-19, this book offers hundreds of practical tips for those laid-off, fired, or new to enter the workplace" --

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Subjects
Genres
Handbooks and manuals
Published
New York, NY : Skyhorse Publishing [2020]
Language
English
Corporate Author
American Library Association
Main Author
Brenda Bernstein (author)
Corporate Author
American Library Association (editor)
Other Authors
John Henry Weiss (author)
Item Description
"420 examples, tips, and tricks" -- Cover.
A compilation of three books: How to Get a Great Job by the Editiors of the American Library Association, How to Write a Stelllar Executive Resume by Brenda Bernstein, and Moving Forward in Mid-Career by John Henry Weiss. -- Introduction.
Physical Description
xv, 388 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN
9781510763487
  • Introduction
  • Part 1. How to Get a Great Job
  • Introduction: "Beyond the Books" in Today's Public Libraries
  • Chapter 1. Before You Begin
  • Chapter 2. Researching the Job Market
  • Chapter 3. Getting Down to Brass Tacks: The Ongoing Job Search
  • Chapter 4. Writing Résumés Right
  • Chapter 5. Crafting Effective Cover Letters
  • Chapter 6. Mastering Twenty-First-Century Networking
  • Chapter 7. Examining Potential Employers
  • Chapter 8. Honing Your Interview Skills
  • Chapter 9. Negotiating the Best Pay and Benefits for Your New Job
  • Bibliography/Webliography
  • Part 2. How to Write a Stellar Executive Résumé
  • Preface
  • Introduction
  • 1. Context
  • Tip #1. Write for the FUTURE
  • Tip #2. Know Your Target
  • Tip #3. Know What Makes You Stand Out
  • Tip #4. Gather Information First
  • 2. Getting Started
  • Tip #5. How Long Should My Résumé Be?
  • Tip #6. Résumé Tetris-What Order Should My Résumé' Be In?
  • Tip #7. Crafting Your Résumé Header-Don't Use an Objective!
  • Tip #8. Customize Your LinkedIn URL
  • Tip #9. Use a Professional E-mail Address
  • 3. Content
  • Tip #10. The Danger of "Functional Résumés"-and the Benefits of a "Hybrid"
  • Tip #11. Create a Compelling Branding Statement and Summary Statement!
  • Tip #12. Delete These Words and Phrases from Your Résumé
  • Tip #13. Make Your Boring Résumé Bullets Sparkle!
  • Tip #14. Focus on Accomplishments
  • Tip #15. Tailor Your Résumé Bullets
  • Tip #16. Should I Have a Skills & Interests Section?
  • Tip #17. Should I Have a Separate Languages Section?
  • Tip #18. Consider Including a Chart, Graph, or Testimonial
  • Tip #19. "I" versus "We"
  • Tip #20. Special Issue-Filling a "Gap"
  • Tip #21. Special Issue-For "Older" Job Seekers
  • Tip #22. Special Issue-More than One Position at the Same Company
  • 4. Formatting Your Résumé
  • Tip #23. Why Care about the Format Anyway?
  • Tip #24. Don't Use Templates!
  • Tip #25. Don't Use a Column Format
  • Tip #26. Keep It Simple
  • Tip #27. Use the Borders Function to Create Lines
  • Tip #28. How to List Dates of Employment
  • Tip #29. Don't Format with the Space Bar!
  • Tip #30. How to Create Distinctive, Professional Bullets
  • Tip #31. Guidelines for Margins
  • Tip #32. How to Use Page Borders
  • Tip #33. Spacing (or How to Make Your Three-Page Résumé Fit on Two Pages)
  • Tip #34. Hyperlinks Are Welcome-and So Are Word Documents!
  • 5. Cover Letter Tips
  • Tip #35. Yes, You Need a Cover Letter!
  • Tip #36. Three Components of an Effective Cover Letter
  • Tip #37. Delete These Words from Your Cover Letter!
  • Tip #38. "To Whom It May Concern" Doesn't Cut It
  • Tip #39. Writing a Value Proposition Letter
  • 6. Technology & Social Media
  • Tip #40. Google Results Are the New "Résumé"
  • Tip #41. PowerPoint and Video Résumeé
  • Tip #42. Beat the Scanners Part 1-Eleven Essential Résumé Keyword Tips
  • Tip #43. Beat the Scanners Part 2-Formatting Tips
  • Tip #44. LinkedIn-Savvy
  • Tip #45. QR Codes on Résumés?
  • Tip #46. Send a Hard Copy!
  • 7. The #1 Most Important Tip Set!
  • Tip #47. How to Avoid Embarrassing Editing Marks on Your Documents
  • Tip #48. Proofread, and Proofread Again!
  • Tip #49. Get Your Résumé Out There!
  • Tip #50. It Doesn't End Here. On to the Interview!
  • Appendices.
  • Appendix A. Power Verbs for Résumés
  • Appendix B. 397 Favorite Résumé Verbs
  • Appendix C. Words to Avoid in Your Résumé!
  • Appendix D. Résumé & Cover Letter Checklists: Don't Skip These!
  • Appendix E. Services & Special Offers
  • Appendix F. Recommended Resources
  • Appendix G. Important Opportunities to Give & Receive
  • Acknowledgments
  • About the Author
  • Part 3. Moving Forward in Mid-Career
  • Introduction
  • Part I. Coping with the Ramifications of Job Loss
  • Chapter 1. How and Why Workers Are Fired or Laid Off
  • Chapter 2. Working through the Grieving Process
  • Chapter 3. Protecting and Maintaining Your Savings, Investments, and IRA
  • Chapter 4. Replacing Income
  • Chapter 5. Insurance Matters: Medical and COBRA, Denial, Homeowners, Auto, Life, Disability
  • Chapter 6. Safeguarding Your Reputation
  • Chapter 7. Family Challenges and Solutions
  • Part II. The Process of Moving Forward in Your Career
  • Chapter 8. Reshaping Your Persona and Improving Your Character
  • Chapter 9. Defining Objectives for the Remainder of Your Career
  • Chapter 10. Crafting a Resume and Digital Profile to Reflect the New You
  • Chapter 11. How to Find Decision Makers and Hiring Managers
  • Chapter 12. Where to Find Employers
  • Chapter 13. Interview Rubrics for Midcareer Workers
  • Chapter 14. Overcoming Objections to Your Candidacy
  • Chapter 15. Negotiating a Job Offer
  • Part III. Finding Your Spot in the Workplace
  • Chapter 16. Working for a Large Company or a Small Business
  • Chapter 17. Starting Your Own Business or Buying a Franchise
  • Chapter 18. Local, State, and Federal Government Jobs
  • Part IV. Reaching Out to Career Care Providers
  • Chapter 19. Consulting with Career Coaches, Career Counselors, and Outplacement Services
  • Chapter 20. Tapping into Faith-Based Resources
  • Chapter 21. Moving beyond the Temporal
  • Appendices
  • Appendix A. Major Convention Centers
  • Appendix B. Convention Center and Trade Show Spotlight
  • Acknowledgments