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Social Media in the Job Search
When starting the arduous process of looking for a job, most people do not think to look on social media sites. Many job seekers flock to sites like Indeed.com, Monster, and others, but neglect to look for job openings on LinkedIn, Facebook, and even Twitter (yes, companies do post job openings on Twitter sometimes). In fact, the majority job openings are not publicly advertised. Yes, you read that right, most jobs are not advertised to the public, meaning that job seekers who don’t broaden their search beyond wanted ads are stuck applying for the same jobs hundreds of other applicants are...
read more3 Important Things You Must Know About Researching Companies on LinkedIn
3 Important Things You Must Know About Researching Companies on LinkedIn How much time do you spend using the Companies search on LinkedIn? Whether you’re actively job searching or looking to build professional relationships, you might be overlooking this valuable feature. Following are 3 essential ways to use the Companies search on LinkedIn: To run a company search, use the drop down bar next to the blue magnifying glass icon at the top of your page. Select “Companies” from the list, and type in the name of business you want to learn more about. This will take you to their company page,...
read moreThings to Avoid When Choosing a New Career
Things to Avoid When Choosing a New Career There comes a time for many us when we pause and take a close look at the work we do. It would be great if these pauses could be built into our professional lives but they rarely are. This kind of soul searching usually crops up when we are experiencing some sort of crisis. This can take many forms, from problems getting along with co-workers to a questioning of the value and purpose of work. Ideas about doing something else can arise out of this crisis. This can be a great opportunity for positive change but you need to be careful and not make...
read moreWe Want Your Used Sleeping Bags!
Did you know that gently used sleeping bags are the biggest need for the homeless in our community? Matt Peckerman with BSA Troop 88 in Windsor has partnered with Career Solutions Group and Homeless Gear to help the homeless survive the cold winter so he is asking for YOUR used sleeping bags OR a small $20 cash donation and ‘Homeless Gear’ will buy a new sleeping bag for the homeless! Drop off your used sleeping bags OR make your donations throughout the month of September to Career Solutions Group— 430 Stover Street in Fort Collins ...
read moreFinding Meaningful Work
Finding Meaningful Work For me a “job” is work you do for the money. You may be no more connected to it than a paycheck. A “career” suggests a personal investment (i.e., in education and training), progression over time (i.e., promotions, greater responsibility, a ladder to climb), and a connection between your personal idea of a purposeful life and the work that you do. Many of us want a career but may not know how to find it. Here are some ideas. Self Knowledge You may have taken tests that are designed to provide you with information about your personal strengths, weaknesses, values, and...
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