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Category: NetworkingBy anthony balderrama on Aug 25, 2009 in Featured, Fun stuff, Job Search, Networking, Pop culture | 4 Comments
Oh, social media, what did we ever do before you came along? Worked more diligently, I suppose…but that’s not the point.
This whole Twitter business is still makings its way across the country. Facebook was quick to catch on with the college crowd, and as the site was expanded to more universities and then eventually anyone, [...]
By anthony balderrama on Aug 18, 2009 in Career Advice, Job Search, Networking, Resume | 0 Comments
Oh, Tuesday, you came and went so quickly. I almost didn’t get a chance to enjoy you. I was having too much fun reading these articles!
Job seeker or not, you should always know what kinds of resume formats are out there.
How to Write a Chronological Resume
If reading this blog post makes you blush, you should [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 28, 2009 in Ask The Work Buzz!, Career Advice, Employment, Featured, Interviews, Job Search, Networking, Unemployment | 4 Comments
From Jill-
After position was eliminated in August last year, I am still searching for a job. Because of the economy and the area I am in it has been slim pickings. How can I explain this lack of employment in an interview now…?
Well, Jill, this might be one of the few times the recession has [...]
By anthony balderrama on Jul 1, 2009 in Employment, Job Search, Jobs, Networking, News, Unemployment | 0 Comments
Hey, there!
Are you as excited for the weekend as we are? Here we come, BBQ on the patio!
For your evening reading, we bring you some noteworthy story:
So even when the stocks seem to be doing OK, they’re still skittish. Eek.
Stocks advance after mixed data; Jobs report looms
Are job loss numbers hitting the bottom? Please be [...]
By rachel zupek on Jun 1, 2009 in Employment Trends, Featured, Networking | 0 Comments
If you’re out of work and looking for a boost of motivation, go to camp.
Not the kind where you roast marshmallows, sing campfire songs and stay awake all night fighting off forest creatures – this is a new kind of camp, especially for unemployed workers.
LaidOffCamp, created by 24-year-old Chris Hutchins, is designed to help job [...]
By anthony balderrama on Mar 31, 2009 in Featured, Fun stuff, Networking, News | 1 Comment
Here on The Work Buzz we’ve trumpeted the usefulness of social media sites like Facebook and Twitter (hey–are you following us?). These sites are still part of the new frontier, so we’re all still making up the rules as we go. And we don’t know what sites will outlast others in the future. For example, [...]
By Kate Lorenz on Mar 9, 2009 in Featured, Networking | 0 Comments
Here at CareerBuilder, we strive to connect job seekers and employers and in today’s economy, it’s more important than ever. One of the most important job search tactics is to use your network.
That’s where BrightFuse comes in. Word of mouth is priceless!
By CareerBuilder blogger on Sep 10, 2008 in Networking | 0 Comments
If you are starting a new job search, or in the midst of one, you may think that hiring managers may take a look at your resume, or what attire you wear at your interview. But is your future boss peeking at your online profiles?
By CareerBuilder blogger on Jul 28, 2008 in Networking, Web/Tech, Work | 2 Comments
Our favorite networking site, BrightFuse, now allows you to create a group on the site and invite other users to join.
To create a group, log into your BrightFuse account. When you are logged in, go to “My Home” and click on the “Create your own group” link on the left. You can invite any BrightFuse [...]
By CareerBuilder blogger on Jul 25, 2008 in Fun stuff, Networking, Pop culture, Web/Tech, Work | 2 Comments
It all starts off innocently enough.
There you are, surfing the Web, and you come across a Web site like MySpace. Or maybe a friend invites you to be a part of Facebook. You click that button, enter your e-mail address, and — presto – you are in the network!
But one is never enough. You get [...]
