tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-100122572011-04-22T04:12:37.562+01:00Top Career ResumesDaily record of the creation and development of top-career-resumes.com , a website serving the needs of all levels of job seekers. Provides practical advice on resume writing techniques for all levels of job seekers. Includes sample resumes and templates.
Of particular interest will be tips and techniques employed to make this web site a commercially viable venture.The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comBlogger1221100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1168126225257028182007-01-06T23:25:00.000Z2007-01-06T23:30:25.866ZLet's Play Show and Tell With YOUR ResumeBy Carla VaughanRemember being in elementary school? Wasn't it great when you could bring something to school for SHOW AND TELL? Lesson #1: It's great to be able to bring something that no one else has. You get more recognition. Lesson #2: If you show your classmates something, it has significantly more meaning than if you tell them something. They literally have something to touch. It seems The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1166482951758250822006-12-18T23:00:00.000Z2006-12-18T23:02:32.996ZResume Presentation Is KeyAn employer can have hundreds of boring resumes to pour through. This means when something catches the eye, it must really pop out!Your resume must impress within the first important seconds or it will not impress at all. Employers will quickly scan all resumes and then grab for those that catch their eye best. To write a really effective resume, you will use powerful statements that will The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1165283717004747732006-12-05T01:52:00.000Z2006-12-05T01:55:48.923ZHow to Make Your Cover Letter the Rose Among the ThornsBy Jimmy SweeneyThe main point why you are writing a cover letter is to give the biggest answer every employer seeks in every applicant, why you are worthy of the job. You write your purpose in the letter succinctly and you will definitely get that job (of course your resume needs to look great too).Cover letters need a touch of personality. The only way for that to happen is if you write it The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1159954183366670552006-10-04T10:27:00.000+01:002006-10-04T10:30:32.650+01:00Why Didn't I Get That Good JobBy Anil AtluriThat cool large and colourful advertisement is very clear. When you go through that advertisement you are left with no doubt about what that company is looking for. Some of those companies go to the extent of splashing some of their own employees who convey you the feeling that they are enjoying their job and it is fun to work for that company and what’s more that they are being ‘The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1158595007393497382006-09-18T16:53:00.000+01:002006-09-18T16:57:47.553+01:0010 Things To Avoid In Your Cover LetterBy Heather EagarLike it or not, your cover letter is the first document that creates an impression about you (good or bad). Because first impressions really count, you need to take a careful approach to writing cover letters in order to avoid rejection. Here are the 10 major don’ts you need to avoid:1. Don’t use cover letter templates, however good they may be. There are three things you must The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1158258793204904312006-09-14T19:32:00.000+01:002006-09-14T19:33:13.526+01:00Lying About Yourself Again; A Look At ResumesBy Lance WinslowSo often we find on resumes that people lie about their qualifications, abilities and where they attended college. Why do people lie on resumes? Is the competition so tough that they have to cheat or having they just been cheatings their way through school and in everything they do in life anyway and so what is a little white lie on top of a white piece of paper?We see lies on The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1158193100398522992006-09-14T01:15:00.000+01:002006-09-14T01:19:21.760+01:00Do Not Fall In Love With Your Own Resume; You Might Have To Update It SomedayBy Lance WinslowMany people have resumes bitter three to five years old and they never update them. Sometimes I wonder why so I asked one lady who is making copies of her résumé at the local Kinko's about her résumé and she said oh it is five years old I'm just running off copies. I almost started to laugh and then I gave her an inquisitive look. She smiled and said; what? I said; well, surelyThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1157546853361507802006-09-06T13:44:00.000+01:002006-09-06T13:48:55.206+01:00Discover How to Get a Free Resume Template (2)By Peter FisherFree Resume Templates are in such demand that it's very clear to me as a professional career coach and CV/Resume writer that there is still a great deal of mystery as to what a good CV/Resume should look like.When I last wrote about how you could get hold of your own free resume templates, there was such a great response that I realised I would have to do more. My first article The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1157415690950166432006-09-05T01:15:00.000+01:002006-09-05T01:22:37.706+01:00How Long Can I Consider a Job Offer?By Jeff AltmanA few weeks ago, a young man I was representing almost lost a job. He had interviewed with the firm on Thursday afternoon and received a job offer that day. He wanted to consider the offer until the close of business the following Friday . . . and almost lost the opportunity he ultimately accepted by insisting that he had “a right” to “consider it” until then.From my client’s The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1156455504306601822006-08-24T22:34:00.000+01:002006-08-24T22:39:15.000+01:00How To Write A Resume That Spells Success (Correctly!)By Nigel PattersonOf all the resume gaffes that can consign your job application to the waste paper bin, perhaps none torpedoes your chances more effectively than making errors of spelling and grammar.Few of us can be so confident in our ability to write good English that we don't need to check our work before we let others see it. Mistakes like these don't just occur because we're unfamiliar The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1156281188493895552006-08-22T22:08:00.000+01:002006-08-22T22:14:07.520+01:00Including Salary Expectations on a Resume Is Not RecommendedBy Tracey DrakeNever include salary range in a resume or cover letter unless the potential employer has explicitly stated (within a job posting or advertisement or told you personally) that it is a required. Adding this information when it is not requested is the fastest way to get knocked out of contention for the position.Salary is a sensitive and serious subject, and should only be discussed The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1155985851558642402006-08-19T12:05:00.000+01:002006-08-19T12:12:13.573+01:00A New Twist On An Old Friend - The Chronological ResumeBy Heather EagarWhat is a chronological resume? A chronological resume is a resume in which you list your past jobs and educational qualifications in reverse chronological order, beginning from the latest or the present one first. This is the traditional and most well known resume format.Why Use A Chronological Resume?A chronological resume is especially effective for mid-career professionals andThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1155735897559926002006-08-16T14:37:00.000+01:002006-08-16T14:46:12.513+01:00Free Sample Cover LettersBy Eddie TobeyThe application for a professional position generally consists of two documents, a resume accompanied by a cover letter. While the resume is a somewhat generic document about yourself that you may send unaltered to many different companies, the cover letter adds that personal touch for each specific job. A cover letter is a kind of a schematic about you. A good cover letter reflectsThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1155601007763754072006-08-15T01:12:00.000+01:002006-08-15T01:17:51.656+01:00Resume Writing – 3 Features You Must IncludeBy Lee ListerSo you are going to sit down and write your own resume – what should go into it? Well of course your contact details – how will they find you if not? There are three other important features that are needed in your resume – they are:ExperienceIf you're a recent college graduate without any or much work experience your education should be listed first and given emphasis. If you The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1155046014332182632006-08-08T15:05:00.000+01:002006-08-08T15:07:44.953+01:00Build A Great Resume That Sets You ApartBy Andrew RoweIf you’re a top sales producer or marketing genius, and you’re thinking about making a job change, how do you start your career search and make sure that you stand out as a top candidate? Recruiters and executive search companies are always looking for the best. If you are interested in working with them, you need to understand their rules.First, make sure that your résumé is The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1152532175709614692006-07-10T12:41:00.000+01:002006-07-10T12:52:11.603+01:00Train to Maintain and Develop Your CareerBy Graham Yemm“People will go to a lot of trouble to learn French or physics or scuba diving. They have the patience to learn to operate a car, but they won’t be bothered learning how to operate themselves”Newman & BerkowitzWhen I first saw this it struck my how true this was for so many people I came across within the client organisations where I work. Although the issue is not uniquely The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1150844876170210682006-06-20T23:59:00.000+01:002006-06-21T00:07:57.386+01:00The 50-Yard Resume Dash: How Fast Do You Need Your Resume?By Carla VaughanAre you in a hurry to zip off your qualifications to a prospective employer? If you already have a resume, it may need a little tweaking. If you are changing careers, your resume might need a major overhaul. What if you not have time to revamp the whole thing?There are times when a friend lets you know about a potential job opening or a neighbor tells you about a job fair in The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1148305878640248822006-05-22T14:49:00.000+01:002006-05-22T14:51:18.693+01:00Resume Magic to Hide Resume FlawsBy Jennifer AnthonyIf you're job hunting, the last thing you need is weakness in your resume. Any bit of negative information can keep you from landing your dream job. Issues such as lack of a college degree or little or no job experience don't have to hinder your efforts. All you need to do is work a little resume magic. What follows are some tips to help you create a winning resume.Format is The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1145388043694174022006-04-18T20:12:00.000+01:002006-04-18T20:20:43.713+01:00Questions Every Job Candidate Should AskQuestions Every Job Candidate Should AskBy George F Franks IIIJob interviews are often viewed as a one-sided experience. This should not be the case. A job interview is an opportunity for the job candidate to learn as much as possible about not only the specific job they are interviewing for but also about other important factors about the company or organizations with which they are The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1139970209995655222006-02-15T02:21:00.000Z2006-02-15T02:23:55.950Z5 Easy Steps for Resumes and Interviewsby Craig SetterPeople often want career advancement for different reasons. Many of us feel the burden of our bills forcing us to desire more, yet for some the ambition alone will push them for advancement. The reasons “why” are many, however the answers of “how” are very few.Up, Over, or Out?If you are unemployed, your goal is simple… “to obtain a new job”. However, for those that are already The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1136759839102427172006-01-08T22:33:00.000Z2006-02-15T02:25:43.496ZJob Search - Whats The Latest TrendsEmployers Benefit from Recent Surge of Job Searches on Chilijobs.comby Ivan RiveraAs a result of an extensive “targeted search engine optimization campaign” for chilijobs.com, the popular internet job posting site has delivered unprecedented traffic to its client companies.Columbus, OH (PRWEB) December 13, 2005 -- As a result of an extensive “targeted search engine optimization campaign” for The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1131289823003144922005-11-06T15:06:00.000Z2005-11-06T15:10:23.023Z7 Steps to Writing a ResumeNewfield says an effective résumé should begin with a professional summary, three to eight sentences highlighting your strengths, experience and education.Remember: A résumé is intended to make you stand out from the hundreds of others applying for the job. A chronological listing of your experience achieves nothing. Avoid the mundane by highlighting major accomplishments such as boosting sales, The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1129125234427940602005-10-12T14:46:00.000+01:002005-10-12T14:53:54.436+01:00How to Get Ahead in Your CareerCareer Success - Get Yourself Noticed!By Lori SmithYou may have heard of the expressions "Patience is a virtue" and "Everything comes to those that wait" but let me assure you, in the corporate world, if all you are doing is being patient while waiting for someone to promote you because you have been there so long now, then you are mistaken.The only sure way to get the promotion for which you The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1128463641503537922005-10-04T23:03:00.000+01:002005-10-04T23:07:21.523+01:00New Job BluesNew Job BluesBy Mary GardnerI started a new position last week as a headhunter. I’ve marketed people practically my whole career and have gotten people jobs but never was employed by a recruiting firm. I’ve thought about it for the past 5 years and also interviewed with several companies but never found a good fit until recently.We are meeting people who are in our training class who are located The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1126971252423002142005-09-17T16:22:00.000+01:002005-09-17T16:36:16.016+01:00Bringing Your Individuality to Work: Brilliant or TasbooBringing Your Individuality to Work: Brilliant or Taboo?By Elizabeth Mcaloon“Personal branding” is the latest buzzword. It’s a topic that cuts across a number of career management areas. The concept can be extremely helpful, but the language leaves many people feeling that there’s a big mystery out there about how to be successful. Let’s demystify it right now!There are products, and there are The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1126277893924340542005-09-09T15:52:00.000+01:002005-09-20T19:17:07.896+01:00Top Career Salaries LaunchThe Top Ten Reasons Why Size Matters When You're Considering Your Career
By Jeannette Kraar
1. Work/life Balance. This is something both companies and employees are striving for. Employees want a life and companies want to avoid costly burnout that affects productivity and quality. Fortune’s 2005 “100 Best Companies to Work For” showcased how culture is key. Using criteria that included benefitThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1125947730205209992005-09-05T20:11:00.000+01:002005-09-06T13:43:27.133+01:00Woman NegotiatorsMaking the Deal: Women as NegotiatorsBy Madeline LewisNegotiating is no game. It is not for the weak or the fragile. It takes assertiveness and someone who feels comfortable in the mano-a-mano world of business. Can women negotiate the deal as well as their male counterparts? Absolutely! In some cases, they may even do a better job. Women have a definite edge at the negotiating table The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1125789112789523022005-09-04T00:06:00.000+01:002005-09-04T00:12:53.020+01:00Cover Letter SecretsMake 'em READ Your Cover Letter Using This Killer Secret!By Jimmy SweeneyGot your attention? Great. That was my intention. Who wouldn't want to read on when the title promises a 'killer secret.'If I hadn't nabbed you in the first three seconds, however, I'd have lost you. People read and decide just like that. A job interviewer does the same thing. Read and toss.Read and toss. But that doesn't The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1125159175518576212005-08-27T17:08:00.000+01:002005-08-27T17:12:55.543+01:00How to Find a Job as a Copy EditorHow To Find A Job As A Copy EditorBy Niall CinneideJobs for copy editors may seem like they are hard to find, but really you can find them and you can do so with many of the qualifications you already have. But, if you do not have any qualifications, this may be the first step in finding the copyediting job that you have been looking for. Jobs in this field are available, but it takes a good, The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1124818459702869532005-08-23T18:31:00.000+01:002005-08-23T18:34:19.710+01:00Ideal Job and Handling CriticismIdeal Job and Handling CriticismBy Meryl K. EvansHow many times have you been asked, "What is your dream job?"Even if you document a dream job on paper, will you be happy every day in that job? Unlikely. Heck, you could work in your dream job for two different companies and end up being happy in one and miserable in the other. It's not just the responsibilities and the day to day activities that The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1123473115938593152005-08-08T04:48:00.000+01:002005-08-08T04:53:27.806+01:00The Importance of Having a Professional ResumeWhy a Professional Resume?By Maurice Turmel PhDAs a job search tool your Resume is your main calling card. It explains who you are and what you have to offer. Your Resume is your best chance to make a first impression. An exceptional Resume will help you Stand Out from the crowd. A solid, well-crafted Resume will get you interviews. That's the Resume's job - to get you the interview! The The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1123004447831695022005-08-02T18:37:00.000+01:002005-08-02T18:46:22.693+01:00Top 10 Tips for Career AdvancementTop 10 Tips for Career AdvancementBy Bonnie LoweHere's a list of the top 10 tips you can use to advance your career:1. Don't be afraid to say "I don't know." If you don't know something, say so; don't try to fake it. 2. Take responsibility for your actions. If you're at fault, admit it and take the blame. If you're wrong, apologize.3. Never gossip. Gossip can hurt the careers of two people: theThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1122487342963045582005-07-27T18:58:00.000+01:002005-07-27T19:14:24.296+01:00Take Criticism in Your Stride Using These 5 Proven TechniquesNo matter how tough you appear on the outside, dealing withcriticism is hard. If you’re the victim of a harsh critique,whether justified or not, here are five ways to keep your cooland diffuse what could spiral into a heated situation! 1. One of the toughest kinds of criticisms to handle is an unjustaccusation. Even though it’s tempting, don’t stage a comebackwith equally defensive, biting or The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1122419601875077642005-07-26T23:58:00.000+01:002005-07-27T00:13:21.890+01:00Launch of New Partner SiteI am pleased to announced the launch of Top USA Jobs, a partner site to Top Career Resumes and Career Information Resources. Your news center for everything about jobs in the USA ... salary data for top paying occupations in every state in as well as detailed job descriptions, experience and knowledge requirements.For a sample of the type of articles you can expect in the future, take a look at The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1121953950075132162005-07-21T14:48:00.000+01:002005-07-21T14:52:30.086+01:00Top Career Advice ... More Choices and A Better Way of LifeWhy Career Advice Is So ImportantChoosing a career presents a nerve-racking decision, as it can have a life-long impact on you. Do not fret, as you can gain a clearer outlook into your future by thorough career planning.Having a clear vision of the future can guide you by helping you set career goals and helping you on your way towards attaining them. Whether you are starting out on a new career The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1121377366112141462005-07-14T22:34:00.000+01:002005-07-14T22:42:46.120+01:00How NOT to Ask For a Salary Increase and Get Your RaiseFeeling overworked and underpaid? If you’re starting to feel like you deserve a raise, here are four DON’Ts to avoid in asking for the salary you feel you deserve. DON’T 1. Raise your tone of voice if your boss objects to your raise at first. Remember, he or she is paying you to do a certain job, and you’re asking for more money to do the same job. Be professional and polite at all times, and The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1121207148143020002005-07-12T23:24:00.000+01:002005-07-12T23:25:48.166+01:00Tips on How to Write High Impact Letters of RecommendationCongratulations. You’ve been asked to write a letter ofrecommendation for an employee or colleague. This person valuesyour opinion of him or her, and you’d be glad to help themadvance. The problem is you’re unsure of what to say or how tosay it! Here are four tips to keep in mind when preparing yourrecommendation. 1. Ask the employee about the new position they are applying for.What types of job The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1121084138098719882005-07-11T13:13:00.000+01:002005-07-11T13:15:38.126+01:00Job Search Advice for Desperate Job SeekersWelcome to the launch of Career Information Resources ... a site dedicated to providing unique and powerful career advice on aptitude testing, career development, study guides and salaries. Everything you need to know making your career choices and finding your ideal job.Our first article provides some sound advice for desperate job seekers ...Another morning of job hunting lies ahead of you. The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1120944001392560922005-07-09T22:18:00.000+01:002005-07-09T22:20:01.400+01:00What You Should Never Put on Your ResumeLiars Get Caught! What NOT to Put on Your Resume"Everybody does it" as they say. Face it, the job market can be a very tough place to compete. If everyone inflates their experience then how can an honest person get a job?Well, as tempting as it may be, you do NOT want to risk lying on your resume.Whether it's personal information, job experience, or schooling - employers are finding new ways to The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1119899966343596822005-06-27T20:18:00.000+01:002005-06-27T20:19:26.356+01:00What to Do if You are Over 40 and Have Lost Your JobUnexpectedly loosing your job can be a very traumatic and distressing experience at the best of times. If you are over 40 and can't find the job you deserve, you will need great inner strength and self belief to come out on top.Could this be you?You’re working at your family’s welding business during the day, and then go to your second job at night. You’re 50-some years old, working as a cashier The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1119801352464934492005-06-26T16:53:00.000+01:002005-06-26T17:44:02.986+01:00Resumes Aren't Important - They are Everything When it Comes to Getting an InterviewThese topics are covered in this article: resume, writing resumes, resume tips, resume mistakes, winning resumes, resume help.Employers and recruiters receive hundreds of resumes for every position they are trying to fill. To select their shortlist of candidates to interview, they look for the most common resume mistakes most applicants make and eliminate them first.To increase your chances of The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1119045358436494582005-06-17T22:54:00.000+01:002005-06-17T22:55:58.443+01:00New Cover Letter Section Added - BroadcastTop Career Resumes has added four new pages of cover letter samples to their website.Cover letters addressed to recruiters need to be handled a little differently than conventional cover letters. Specifically, certain information that is traditionally not included in cover letters sent directly to employers should be included in a recruiter cover letter. This information generally includes salaryThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1118962292673520812005-06-16T23:47:00.000+01:002005-06-16T23:51:32.680+01:00Interview Tip of The Day # 1Tip # 1 Dress appropriately.If you don’t take the time and effort to wear appropriate clothing to the interview, you will lose the job before you even get a chance to explain why you are the best candidate. What you wear to the interview will greatly depend upon the industry or field for which you are applying. Any office related position will require that you wear clothing that is no more casualThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1118875989118194462005-06-15T23:50:00.000+01:002005-06-15T23:53:09.130+01:00Final Section on Closing InterviewsFinal Word on Closing the InterviewIn the event that the employer does not offer you a firm commitment and seems to be a bit hesitant about when a firm decision will be made, don’t take it as a personal affront. There could be any number of reasons why the employer is reluctant to hire you on the spot-the least of which could be the need to consult with superiors. It’s important that even if you The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1118581800637970202005-06-12T14:04:00.000+01:002005-06-12T14:10:00.643+01:00How to Close Interviews on a Positive FootingClosing InterviewsOnce all questions have been asked and answered, it is quite appropriate to ask the interviewer when they anticipate making a hiring decision as well as what the next step in the interviewing or hiring process will be. Make a point to ask the employer for a business card so that you can have readily available contact information for following up with the employer in the days to The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1118332522167210912005-06-09T16:50:00.000+01:002005-06-09T16:55:22.180+01:00Why One Word Answers Are Bad News at InterviewsIt takes a lot of time and effort to get invited to a job interview. Don't blow your chances by being misunderstood by the interviewer. Not many people are aware that giving one word answers to questions, substantially increases your chances of conveying the wrong impression.Active Listening Skill Tips for InterviewsDuring a job interview, a potential employer asks, “Can you take on more than oneThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1118265739058641902005-06-08T22:20:00.000+01:002005-06-08T22:22:19.066+01:00Technology in The Workplace - Boon or Curse?Like all new innovations, technology in the work environment can either work for you or against you. What is good for the employer or is not always the same for the employee.Is Technology Working FOR You or AGAINST YouWhen cellphones became available it seemed that they would fill a need for instant communication - any time, any place - that would help people be more efficient and thus save The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1118158838093930922005-06-07T16:27:00.000+01:002005-06-07T16:40:38.100+01:00After Your Interview - What Must You Do Next?Other than actually landing the interview itself and living through it, waiting after the interview and wondering whether you will get a phone call or a rejection letter can be one of the most difficult aspects of searching for a job. What you do after the interview should actually start while you are still ‘working’ the interview.Prior to leaving make sure that you have noted the name of the The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1118068052274764682005-06-06T15:20:00.000+01:002005-06-06T15:27:32.293+01:00Liars Get Caught! What NOT to Put on Your Resume"Everybody does it" as they say. Face it, the job market can be a very tough place to compete. If everyone inflates their experience then how can an honest person get a job? Well, as tempting as it may be, you do NOT want to risk lying on your resume. Whether it's personal information, job experience, or schooling - employers are finding new ways to sniff out liars and you don't want to be one ofThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1117788964457990492005-06-03T09:55:00.001+01:002005-06-03T09:56:04.456+01:00Interview Tips - # 9 and # 10Today we present the final two interview tips in out mini series:Tip # 9 - Cell PhonesTurn off your cell phone and pager prior to your interview. There is nothing more insulting to an employer or disrupting during an interview to have a cell phone or page continue to ring/beep. Let your voice mail catch any incoming calls. Tip #10 - Enthusiasm Be enthusiastic! Let the employer know how interestedThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1117788955720581492005-06-03T09:55:00.000+01:002005-06-03T09:55:55.726+01:00Interview Tips - # 9 and # 10Today we present the final two interview tips in out mini series:Tip # 9 - Cell PhonesTurn off your cell phone and pager prior to your interview. There is nothing more insulting to an employer or disrupting during an interview to have a cell phone or page continue to ring/beep. Let your voice mail catch any incoming calls. Tip #10 - Enthusiasm Be enthusiastic! Let the employer know how interestedThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1117459382937186432005-05-30T14:21:00.000+01:002005-05-30T14:23:02.940+01:00Interview Tips - # 7 and #8Today we present interview tips #7 (Honesty) and # 8 (Smoking):Tip #7 - Be honest! This cannot be emphasized enough. Employers many times move in the same social circles and there is a very good chance that if you fib during an interview you will be found out sooner or later.Even if you have already been hired, lying on an application or during an interview is grounds for dismissal with most The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1117036346291233472005-05-25T16:51:00.000+01:002005-05-25T16:52:26.296+01:00Interview - Tips #5 and #6Today we present interview tips #5 (arriving early) and #6 (preparation):Tip #5 - Arrive early. If your interview is scheduled for 1:00 pm; make sure you are there no later than 12:30 pm. It is quite common for employers to ask candidates to complete applications and other paperwork prior to their interview, whether they specify this when they schedule the interview with you or not. Tip #6 - MakeThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1116765288267311822005-05-22T13:32:00.000+01:002005-05-22T13:34:48.270+01:00Interview Tips - #3 and #4Today we present the next two articles on interview tips:Tip #3Pace your conversation during the interview. There is a fine line between not talking enough and talking too much. Answer questions directly, elaborate when necessary but don’t ramble. Tip #4 Make sure you are polite to everyone you meet while you are waiting for your interview. This is extremely important because ...1. These people The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1116520816090410922005-05-19T17:39:00.000+01:002005-05-19T17:40:16.096+01:00Interview Tips - #2Today we present the second in our new mini series of interview tips:Tip # 2 - Go To The Interview AloneThere is absolutely no reason for anyone else to attend the interview with you and this includes parents, children as well as spouses and significant others.If you are having a friend or relative drive you to the interview, politely ask them to wait outside for you. If for some reason, you areThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1116110438549215012005-05-14T23:33:00.000+01:002005-05-14T23:40:38.553+01:00Interview Tips #1Today we present the first of our new mini series on interview tips:Tip # 1 Dress appropriately.If you don’t take the time and effort to wear appropriate clothing to the interview, you will lose the job before you even get a chance to explain why you are the best candidate.What you wear to the interview will greatly depend upon the industry or field for which you are applying.Any office related The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1116006245381258642005-05-13T18:41:00.000+01:002005-05-13T18:54:53.643+01:005 Simple Rules For a Great Job InterviewOnce again, Top Career resumes brings you more valuable information on career topics. Today we have an excellent article on interviews by Donna Monday ... by: Donna MondayMany years ago, when I was a young job-searching greenhorn, I ventured to New York City to take a bite out of the big apple of opportunity.When it came to finding a job in a crowded city of millions, I quickly learned that it’s The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1115653696186900082005-05-09T16:40:00.000+01:002005-05-09T16:48:16.196+01:00Job Seekers Benefit From Launch of New Career Web SitePRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATIONJob Seekers Benefit From Launch of New Career Web SiteThe recent launch of www.top-career-resumes.com fills a much needed gap in the provision of industry specific career information, all in one convenient location. Besides touching all the usual bases, it uniquely provides job seekers with an industry overview, prospects for career advancement, guide to jobThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1115284625306541042005-05-05T10:11:00.000+01:002005-05-05T10:17:05.316+01:00Top Careers News - Jobs Update 004/1Please take a look at our recent additions relating to specific jobs at Top career resumes:Top Career ResumesCareer AdviceGoal SettingAptitude TestsCareer ChoicesAccountingAgriculturalAutomotive MechanicsAviationBankingBartendersConstructionConsultingCruise ShipsCustomer ServiceEngineering JobsFinancial ServicesFood ServiceFuneral JobsHotel ManagementHuman ResourcesInstructional The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1114723913817657262005-04-28T22:20:00.000+01:002005-04-28T22:31:53.820+01:00Top Career Resumes - Update 003/1Please take a look at our recent additions relating to specific jobs at Top Career Resumes:Human ResourcesLaw EnforcementQuality ControlInsuranceFuneralsBartendersTo see our complete portfolio of jobs, please visit our career choices page on our Top Career Resumes site.RegardsRoger Clark(Senior Editor - Top Career Resumes)The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1114092866004451872005-04-21T15:06:00.000+01:002005-04-21T15:14:26.006+01:00Top Career News - Jobs Update - 001/1Please take a look at our recent additions relating to specific jobs at Top career resumes:Top Career ResumesCareer AdviceGoal SettingAptitude TestsCareer ChoicesAccountingAgriculturalAutomotive MechanicsAviationBankingConstructionConsultingCruise ShipsCustomer ServiceEngineering JobsFinancial ServicesFood ServiceHotel ManagementInstructional CoordinatorsInformation The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1113491713652426122005-04-14T16:13:00.000+01:002005-04-14T16:15:13.656+01:00Top Career News - Resume Writing Update - 002/1Please take a look at our recent additions relating to specific jobs at Top career resumes:Top Career ResumesResume BasicsResume WordingJob ResourcesResume ObjectivesResume FormatsResume OutlinesResume LayoutsResume TemplatesResume WritingResume TipsResume SoftwareResume MakerCreate a ResumeSample ResumesResume ExamplesResume SamplesChronological Resume SampleResume Cover LettersSample Cover The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1113340311387895162005-04-12T22:08:00.000+01:002005-04-12T22:11:51.390+01:00Top Career News - Jobs Update - 001/1Please take a look at our recent additions relating to specific jobs at Top career resumes:Top Career ResumesCareer AdviceGoal SettingAptitude TestsCareer ChoicesAccountingAgriculturalAutomotive MechanicsAviationBankingConstructionConsultingCruise ShipsCustomer ServiceEngineering JobsFinancial ServicesFood ServiceHotel ManagementInstructional CoordinatorsInformation The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1112739873015250772005-04-05T23:21:00.000+01:002005-04-10T14:44:18.790+01:00Updates for Resumes & Lifestyle Sites #004Dear Friends,Over the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methods I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.Top Career Resumes now has its own integrated on site Blog ...If you found this blog to be interesting and of value, I The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1112565202510157652005-04-03T22:51:00.000+01:002005-04-03T22:53:22.513+01:00Updates for Resumes & Lifestyle Sites #002Dear Friends,Over the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methods I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.Top Career Resumes now has its own integrated on site Blog ...If you found this blog to be interesting and of value, I The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1112394494258797122005-04-01T23:20:00.000+01:002005-04-01T23:32:29.316+01:00Updates for Resumes & Lifestyle Sites #001Dear Friends,Over the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methods I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.Top Career Resumes now has its own integrated on site Blog ...If you found this blog to be interesting and of value, I The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1112049417375331052005-03-28T23:27:00.000+01:002005-03-31T21:53:30.750+01:00Important News Regarding This BlogDear Friends,Over the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methods I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.Top Career Resumes now has its own integrated on site Blog ...If you found this blog to be interesting and of value, I The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1111835921749237712005-03-26T11:17:00.000Z2005-03-26T11:24:54.006ZTravel Jobs - Industry OutlookOver the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methods I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.From now onwards I am presenting a series of mini articles relating to Top Career Resumes...Industry Outlook for Travel JobsThroughout The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1111767000849002462005-03-25T16:08:00.000Z2005-03-25T16:17:33.516ZManufacturing Jobs - Training & QualificationsOver the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methods I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.From now onwards I am presenting a series of mini articles relating to Top Career Resumes...Training & Qualifications for Manufacturing The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1111583888393306832005-03-23T13:16:00.000Z2005-03-23T13:26:10.326ZManufacturing Jobs - Cover Letters & ResumesOver the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methods I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.From now onwards I am presenting a series of mini articles relating to Top Career Resumes...Cover Letters for Manufacturing jobsThe The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1111522409500462512005-03-22T20:12:00.000Z2005-03-22T20:24:58.036ZManufacturing Jobs - Employment Prospects & Job SearchOver the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methods I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.From now onwards I am presenting a series of mini articles relating to Top Career Resumes...Employment Prospects & Job Search for The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1111422328732118902005-03-21T16:16:00.000Z2005-03-21T16:39:04.670ZManufacturing Jobs - Industry OutlookOver the past few months I have been describing to the followers of this blog, the methodss I have sucessfully used to set up my Top Careers Website and generate a regular stream of visitors.If you wish to discover how I did this, please look through the archives.From now onwards I am presenting a series of mini articles relating to Top Career Resumes...Industry Outlook for Manufacturing JobsThe The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1111312122583251882005-03-20T09:43:00.000Z2005-03-20T09:49:31.403ZThe Secrets OutFor those of you who didn't figure it out, the reason for including the live links at the end of the blog are:1) The spiders regularly visit the blogs2) The blog is linked back to your home page3) The live links point to your individual pagesThe SE spiders follow all of the above links and spider / list your site and pages on a regular basis.RegardsRogerTop Career ResumesPlease take a look at The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1111016509846139272005-03-16T23:37:00.000Z2005-03-16T23:55:31.476ZWorked it out YetHave you figured it out how I am using this Blog of mine to get my new pages listed ?If not, keep trying !I promise to reveal all in the near future/RegardsRogerTop Career ResumesPlease take a look at these great new articles I recently added to my site:Truck DriversHotel ManagementSecurity GuardsConsulting PositionsAutomotive MechanicsInstructional CoordinatorsThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1110933004993869632005-03-16T00:18:00.000Z2005-03-16T00:32:42.130ZUsing Bloggs to Generate TrafficI mentioned in my last article that I would be revealing some great techniques for getting your site / pages recognised and listed by the search engines.This subject is very appropriate ...... as I write this Blog I am implementing part of this strategy!Ever wondered why I list / announce some of my newly created pages at the end of my Blogs?Try and figure it out for yourself before I reveal the The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1110830889570223922005-03-14T20:01:00.000Z2005-03-14T20:09:45.850ZSearch Engine TrafficRemember, we are now doing the T = Traffic phase of the CTPM process. Search engine traffic is free but not easy to achieve ...Write lots of good unique contentWait for the SE robots to spider your siteWait for the SE to index your pagesWait for the SE to rank your site /pagesAs you can see, there is lots and lots of waiting.I will be showing you soon a top secret to speed this process up ...The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1110744547004784482005-03-13T20:07:00.000Z2005-03-13T20:10:37.126ZTraffic GenerationRemember, we are now doing the T = Traffic phase of the CTPM process. By the way, did you get a chance to have a look at the SBI site … if not, have a look now. I can honestly say that discovering SBI was the best thing that has ever happened to me.It’s obvious that a website without traffic is of no use to anyone.It is equally true that a website without content is of no use.The consequence of The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1110668186678484112005-03-12T22:43:00.000Z2005-03-12T23:02:15.520ZBack to C=>T=>P=>MIf you have been following this blog for some time, you will recall that the strategy developed Dr Ken Evoy of SBI, is represented by:C = ContentT = TrafficP = Pre-SellM = MonetizeAs mentioned previously, you do not have use the SBI software to apply the CTPM process, bit sure helps. I suggest you spend an hour browsing the SBI site and see for your self.So far we have concentrated on creating The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1110565884328990222005-03-11T18:29:00.000Z2005-03-11T18:31:24.333ZEnd of Contract ActionsOnce you reach the end of the contact period there are a number of things you have to consider:Will all the work be completed on time … if not are you prepared to give your writer an extension or do you want to take action against the writer?If you are pleased with the work you may want to give your writer a bonus.Similarly, you should consider given them a good feedback rating.If you The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1110204840650422642005-03-07T14:12:00.000Z2005-03-07T14:14:00.656ZPlan Ahead for Your Next ContractOnce you are up to speed and happy with your writers, the time is right to start planning ahead. If you don’t, you could end up with the following problems:You have a period with no articles coming through.Your writers have taken on other work and are not available.I normally start planning as soon as I have agreed my latest contracts, bearing in mind that each of my contracts run for 4 weeks.If The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1110153829703077882005-03-07T00:02:00.000Z2005-03-07T00:03:49.706ZTips for Processing Draft ContentThis is the simple process that I used to create my web pages from the plain text article submitted by my ghost writer:Print the article onto an A4 size paper.Use a highlighter marker pen to highlight your keywords.Hand write your changes and headings onto the printed article.Indicate which blocks of text you want to relocate.Identify text to be in bold, centered or in italic.If any HTML is The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109974893940359152005-03-04T22:20:00.000Z2005-03-04T22:22:43.323ZKeep Control of Your ContentThe one thing that put me off using ghost writers was the fear of loosing control and ending up with a site that looked like it was made from scrap parts !In reality, nothing could be further from the truth … provided that you implement the following simple and logical steps:Treat the finished article from your content writer as a draft. Change any of the wording or structure that you are The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109773423917443362005-03-02T14:22:00.000Z2005-03-02T14:23:43.920ZKeep Your Communications FormalI have stressed in previous articles how important it is to follow up and maintain contact with your writers. This is done not only to ensure everything is on track, but it also gives you the opportunity to motivate and encourage your writers through positive feedback.One word of caution ! Keep all your communication formal.Brokers such as RentACoder provide a formal means of communication The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109584109767909312005-02-28T09:47:00.000Z2005-02-28T10:04:17.040ZPlan Your Work AheadYou have selected your 2 writers and evaluated them at the end of your first mini contract, against your performance criteria.Now you are getting down to the real business of producing content in volume and you can’t afford to let things go out of control. When you allocate the articles to be written, always ensure that you provide your writers with a realistic schedule that gives them some The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109515901571600222005-02-27T14:50:00.000Z2005-02-27T14:51:41.576ZWhy Select 2 WritersThe reason I use 2 ghost writers is to cover all my options and give me greatest security and flexibility in the event of the following:HolidaysSicknessWithdraws from jobWork not up to standardUnrealistic increase in pricingBy splitting the work between 2 writers you have a good chance of always having at least one proven writer available. Also, the risk of loosing one of your writers is greatestThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109377297907066902005-02-26T00:19:00.000Z2005-02-26T00:22:53.973ZSelect Your Ghost WriterNow that you have received bids and had a chance to review them, it’s time to make your selection. In case I haven’t mentioned this before, your initial contract should be split into two separate but identical contracts so that you can take on two writers at the same time.The purpose of this is to spread your risk and give yourself more options. Make sure your contract is similar to the followingThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109273365586502472005-02-24T19:27:00.000Z2005-02-24T20:04:29.196ZSetting Bid PricesWhen I first started out investigating the feasibility of outsourcing some of my content writing, I believed that it would cost far more than I could afford.I was pleasantly surprised to find contracts ranging between $3 and $12 an article on offer, with the majority around the $5 mark. My immediate reaction was to think that the quality of the articles would be poor at this level.What I did was The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109201033203267682005-02-23T23:20:00.000Z2005-02-23T23:45:34.736ZPosting Your Content Writing Contract Ok, let's recap on what ground we have covered in our quest to sub-contract some of our content writing:How to specify your "Content Writing Specifications"How to specify your "Deliverables"You can find a fair number of brokers offering a writing / coding service by doing a simple Google search on the web. My own personal choice is www.rentacoder.com and I can recommend them very highly. Please The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109106923634758762005-02-22T21:03:00.000Z2005-02-22T21:18:40.366ZContent Writing - Specifying Your DeliverablesYesterday I showed you the specifications I used for my own content writing contract. As far as writing content for websites is concerned, my specifications would cover most situations. You are welcome to copy it with or without making changes.The next thing to specify is the format / media you require the content to be supplied on. As you can see below, I request simple unformatted text:"The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1109016562463528702005-02-21T20:03:00.000Z2005-02-21T20:13:59.513ZContent Writing SpecificationsSigning up is straight forward and doesn't require any further explanation.Specifying the standards that you require the ghost writer to work to is probably the most important aspect of subcontracting your content writing.The best way of illustrating this is give you a real life example:I am looking for someone to write articles based on a list of keywords related to careers / employment. e.g The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108935747134109512005-02-20T21:41:00.000Z2005-02-20T22:03:36.343ZUsing Ghost WritersSubcontracting some of your content writing to ghost writers is a feasible solution, especially if you have limited time available to do it yourself. Not to forget that we are not all budding authors !Ther are a number of on-line companies that act as brokers between the you (buyer) and the writers (sellers). They are experts in their field and they take care of all the circumstances that may The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108858693984526072005-02-20T00:10:00.000Z2005-02-20T00:29:46.983ZIdeas for Creating ContentOne very interesting concept, is the use of subcontracting your content writing to a ghost writer.When this was first suggested to me, I was horrified. I had visions of loosing control and feared for my website loosing its unique look and feel that I had created.Due to extreme limitations in time I was forced to reconsider and eventually went down this route. Over the past two months I have used The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108760401931006392005-02-18T20:52:00.000Z2005-02-18T21:21:16.036ZGeneral Tips on Writing Body ContentFeeling much better today - normal service resumed !Besides the need to include the right density of keywords in your body, the following tips are very useful:Ensure that your content is unique... you can use the web to research but never ever copy and paste from another website.Present your material in a logical sequence that make it easy for your human visitors to follow.Keep your sentences The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108686567477459832005-02-18T00:28:00.000Z2005-02-18T00:37:42.333ZIntroduction to Keyword DensityI am going to keep it short today as I am feeling ill today - even so the show must go on.Its very important to include your primary keyword in the right places, but be careful not to overdo it as it could be seen as spamming!A good policy is adopt the hour glass technique. i.e more in the beginning and end with a few scattered about in between.It is also a very good idea to include a sprinkling The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108601105744741272005-02-17T00:35:00.000Z2005-02-17T00:57:13.136ZStart Your Body with a Great HeadlineThe body / content of your home page should start with an eye catching headline for your human visitors and also contain your primary site concept keyword. As usual, the nearer the keyword / phrase is to the start of the description, the better.You will recall that there are heading tags in HTML ranging from h6 (smallest) to h1 (biggest). Your headline size should be either h1 or h2. Using these The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108497702487374482005-02-15T19:46:00.000Z2005-02-15T20:10:25.776ZHome Page - Now the KeywordsThe final thing to do before creating your home page content is to specify your keywords.I am not just talking about the primary keyword because thats already been decided. Remember its in your domain name, title, description and headline. In our example we used "summer holidays" as our site concept and keyword.What a lot of people don't realise is that your secondary keywords are just as The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108408837498583892005-02-14T19:10:00.000Z2005-02-14T19:46:25.996ZHome Page - Creating Great HeadlinesYour headline is the first part of the content / body of your page. It has special significance because:Its the first thing that catches the eye of your human visitor and is a deciding factor on whether they decide to stay and read more, or press the browsers back button and leave forever.Headlines are created using the html tag of h1 or h2. Placing your keyword near the beginning of your The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108289998000710032005-02-13T10:04:00.000Z2005-02-13T14:20:34.576ZHome Page - About the DescriptionYesterday I showed you how to construct your title for your home page.The description is equally as important. One point to keep in mind is that all the search engines work differently and they frequently change their algorithms (big word meaning their formula) to rank pages. Some search engines pay more attention to the description metatag than others. Another tip ... place your keywords as The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108207297982527912005-02-12T11:14:00.000Z2005-02-12T11:43:50.486ZHome Page - First StepsLast time I spoke about the importance of your home page - today I am going to give you some advice on how to complete the Title meta tag.In all instances it is important not to spam or go overboard on using your main keyword for the page. It is however, very important to use it often enough and in the correct way. In other words, you have to find this balance. In my case, because I use SBI its aThe Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10012257.post-1108133988259372542005-02-11T14:44:00.000Z2005-02-11T15:19:45.933ZLet's Start Building the Home PageOver the past two days I have stressed the importance of keeping it simple / real and avoid being bogged down with details and statistics. So let's get going and start building that home page.Home pages are commonly known as the index page and this is the default name - you do not have to include index.html in the URL. e.ghttp://www.top-career-resumes.comandhttp://www.top-career-resumes.com/The Career Helperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14687878843620951174noreply@blogger.com